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ABOUT US

The Louisiana Economic Alliance for Development (LEAD) is a non-profit trade organization whose mission is to increase the effectiveness of individuals involved in the practice of economic development in Louisiana through education, public policy advocacy, and collaboration; LEAD is the voice of the profession in Louisiana. 

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EXECUTIVE  DIRECTOR

The Louisiana Economic Alliance for Development (LEAD) proudly announces the appointment of Stacy Romero as its new Executive Director. With a proven track record of leadership and a deep commitment to fostering economic and community development, Romero will lead the statewide association in its mission to support Louisiana economic developers through education and professional development, networking, and public policy advocacy. LEAD is the voice of the economic development profession in Louisiana and its members serve as key players in promoting the economic health and competitiveness of the State of Louisiana.

stacyr@louisianalead.org

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OUR BOARD

Russell Richardson

LEAD 2025 President

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Mandi Mitchell

LEAD 2025 Vice President

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Ashley Llewellyn

LEAD 2025 Secretary

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Justyn Dixon

LEAD 2025 Treasurer

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Devin Harrison

LEAD Director (LED Designee)

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Jim Bourgeois

LEAD Director 

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Ginger Cangelosi

LEAD Director 

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Janet Galati

LEAD Director 

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Stephanie Hartman

LEAD Director 

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Lafe Jones

LEAD Director 

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Rocky Rockett

LEAD Director 

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Amy Thibodeaux

LEAD Director 

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Committees

COMMITTEES

To meet the objectives of the organization and move it to a higher level, LEAD relies on committees and the active participation of LEAD members. 

The committees and committee chairs are listed below.  Please contact them to get involved.

Communications & Marketing
 

Coordinating with all standing committees and association management, this committee develops communication templates and designs to communicate LEAD benefits to members. The Communications and Marketing Committee is responsible for communication activities as they relate to the website, social media platforms, e-newsletters, and print collateral. 

Legislative
Mandi Mitchell

Serving as the liaison between LEAD, the Governor’s Office/LED, and State legislators, the Legislative Committee's primary goal is to protect the interests of Louisiana businesses and incentives. LEAD members receive weekly updates during the Legislative Session on LEAD positions and relevant bills moving through the process.

Membership
 

 Membership is the reason for LEAD.  In economic development jargon, the Membership Committee is responsible for three (3) key areas:
 

  • Business Retention

  • Business Expansion

  • Business Diversification

Programming
 

The Program Committee is responsible for planning LEAD events to include location, agenda, guest speakers, sponsorships, and budgets.  This group coordinates with the Professional Development Committee if CEUs are offered to specific groups.   

Professional Development
Brittany Deal

 The Professional Development Committee develops a variety of programs that benefit LEAD members.  The Professional Development and the Membership Committees have areas where collaboration will benefit LEAD. 

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LEAD is an equal opportunity service provider.

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