Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA)

ICYMI: Last week's Industrial Trades Career Fair hosted by South Louisiana Community College, Louisiana Workforce Commission, and LEDA was a success! 🔹 29 exhibitors 🔹 168 job seekers Employers reported: 🔹 finding an average of 10 viable candidates each 🔹 making 6 job offers at the event 🔹 plans to schedule 110 follow-up interviews Did you miss the event? View the list of participating companies here: https://loom.ly/RuIlG8k

ICYMI: 3 Acadiana businesses land on Inc. 5000's national list for fastest-growing US companies Tides Medical and Laborde Earles Law Firm, both of Lafayette, made the annual list along with Work Design of Eunice. Read the full story here: https://loom.ly/h25SAFg

This summer, Opportunity Machine launched a new program, the Emerging Tech Internship Program, connecting UL Lafayette computer science students with local startups to fuel innovation and product development. 🖥️🚀 "Lafayette’s tech sector is growing; and programs such as this demonstrate the employment opportunities available to keep our tech graduates here and bring new talent to the region," said Mandi Mitchell, president and CEO of LEDA. Read the full story from The Advocate here 👉 https://loom.ly/1_Y0jcY

Lafayette has been honored as one of the 50 Best Places to Live for Families in 2024 by Fortune! ⭐ 🏡 Fortune’s third annual ranking celebrates cities and towns across the nation that excel in supporting the unique needs of multigenerational families. The list highlights cities known for great schools, hospitals, affordable housing, resources for older adults, and a strong sense of community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ghd7iFdq Photo by Lafayette Travel

📢INDUSTRIAL TRADES JOB FAIR 📢 📆 Tuesday August 13th 🕘 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 📍 SoLAcc Devalcourt Auditorium – Lafayette, 320 Devalcourt St. 🤝Meet with 30+ businesses looking for: Electricians - Machine Operators - Instrument Technicians Helpers – Engineers – Riggers – Welders – Fitters - E & I Automation Technicians - Production Operators – Mechanics Plus More! ⌛Pre-register online today to save time! https://loom.ly/_nEF2Sg Info: https://loom.ly/RuIlG8k #SOLACC #LEDA #Jobfair #IndustrialTrades

📢INDUSTRIAL TRADES JOB FAIR 📢 📆 Tuesday August 13th 🕘 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 📍 SoLAcc Devalcourt Auditorium – Lafayette, 320 Devalcourt St. 🤝Meet with 30+ businesses looking for: Electricians - Machine Operators - Instrument Technicians Helpers – Engineers – Riggers – Welders – Fitters - E & I Automation Technicians - Production Operators – Mechanics Plus More! ⌛Pre-register online today to save time! https://loom.ly/_nEF2Sg Info: https://loom.ly/RuIlG8k #SOLACC #LEDA #Jobfair #IndustrialTrades

Last week's 2nd Chance Job Fair was a huge success! >>> 15 employers >>> 12 community resource providers >>> 205 job seekers attended Employers reported: >>> 30 job offers made at the event >>> 43 job seekers will be called back for interviews Thanks to our community partners: Fellowship Full Gospel Ministries, Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana Department of Corrections-Probation and Parole, and Louisiana Workforce Commission / Acadiana Workforce Solutions.

🌟 Join us for the Skill Up Resources & Information Fair! 🌟 LEDA, South Louisiana Community College, and Acadiana Workforce Solutions are excited to host the Skill Up Resources & Information Fair on Thursday, August 1, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Downtown Convention Center, 124 S Buchanan St. 🚀 Boost Your Career! Skill Up for Economic Resilience is designed to enhance economic opportunities and strengthen our region’s resilience through essential skilled trades occupations. 🎓 Ready to Enroll? SoLAcc is currently enrolling new students in three high-demand, high-wage programs: Precision Machining, Industrial Maintenance Technology, and Airframe & Powerplant Technology. Meet program staff, along with enrollment and financial aid experts, who will be on hand to answer all your questions. 🤝 Community Support! Connect with community and social service partners who will share information on career support services, education financial assistance, job readiness, apprenticeship programs, and more. 📅 Mark Your Calendar! The event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is requested but not required. Register: https://loom.ly/J4fL5GQ 💡 Don’t Miss Out! This is an incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and enhance your skills! See you there! #SkillUpAcadiana #LEDA #SoLAcc #AWS #EconomicGrowth #CommunityEvent

LEDA, South Louisiana Community College, and Acadiana Workforce Solutions are excited to host the Skill Up Resources & Information Fair. 📅 Mark Your Calendar! Thursday, August 1 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Downtown Convention Center, 124 S Buchanan St. The event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is requested but not required. Register: https://loom.ly/J4fL5GQ 💡 Don’t Miss Out! This is an incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and enhance your skills! See you there! #SkillUpAcadiana #LEDA #SoLAcc #AWS #EconomicGrowth #CommunityEvent For more information, visit www.lafayette.org/skillup.

LEDA hosted the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana yesterday for their Pathways to Prosperity: Supporting Minority Businesses in Accessing Contracts, Capital, and Resources Lunch and Learn. Attendees heard from a panel of small business experts to learn about programs and opportunities and how to access them for their business success. #smallbusiness #minoritybusinesses #businesssuccess