Two north Louisiana economic development groups are merging. The new North Louisiana Economic Partnership is comprised of the Northwest Louisiana Economic Development Foundation and the North Louisiana Economic Development Corp. The two groups signed a merger agreement Thursday. The action brings 14 northern parishes, stretching from Sabine Parish to Morehouse Parish, into one group. Leaders of the new alliance believe combining resources will enable the region to more effectively market itself to prospective industries. The partnership’s larger coverage area provides it with more project sites, a larger workforce and a greater transportation network to market. Additionally, it gives prospects a single point of contact that will be able to respond more quickly and provide comprehensive knowledge of the region. Billy Cox, the new group’s co-chairman, says the new partnership will enable the area to offer more options for business prospects.
14 north La. parishes join for economic development
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