MEMBERSHIP
LEAD is Louisiana's statewide professional association for economic developers. Our members include professionals from local and regional economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, utilities, ports, railroads, banks, engineering firms, real estate developers, higher education, workforce organizations, and consulting firms all working together to grow Louisiana's economy. Through professional development, advocacy, networking, and collaboration, LEAD strengthens the impact of economic development across the state.
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Join LEAD Today & Save 50%!
New members who join between July 1 and December 31 receive 50% off annual membership dues. Membership is valid through December 31, and renewals begin each January.
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Regular Member $250
Open to Louisiana residents whose primary responsibility (at least 50%) is economic or industrial development and are employed by local or regional economic development organizations, Louisiana Economic Development, utility companies, railway companies, or Louisiana-based ports, industrial airports or airparks.
Associate Member $350
Open to Louisiana residents employed by organizations supporting economic development and partnering with economic development such as local chambers of commerce, higher education institutions, workforce development entities, construction firms, legal firms, tax firms, and others as approved by the Board.
Non-Resident Member $200
Open to individuals outside Louisiana employed by organizations with investments and business interests in Louisiana.
Student Member $25
Open to students enrolled in Louisiana post-secondary education institutions.
LIFETIME MEMBERS
Vic Lafont
George Swift
Pat Witty