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MIKE RICCI
Principal & Director, Rampart/Wurth Holding, Inc.
NAI Rampart
“Our company, and I personally, see Baton Rouge as a place of real opportunity. Having LSU and Southern based here is extremely important. Being the center of state government matters just as much. The industrial and chemical corridor provide steady employment in solid, well-paying jobs. The river and port access serve as a major conduit for the country. Surrounding parishes like Ascension – really everything around Greater Baton Rouge – are prime for development. There’s land to grow, and investors have already started taking advantage of it. There’s a thriving business and corporate culture here that’s impressive. We have a governor in office now who is focused on creating a business-friendly environment. You have people actively working on developments, doing deals, and bringing in new businesses. There is so much opportunity in this space that I believe Baton Rouge is going to lead the way in real estate and development across Louisiana for years to come. Baton Rouge checks a lot of boxes – and I think more people have been seeing that or are starting to see that, myself included. It’s a hotbed of opportunity going forward.”
BRANDON CRAFT
Owner/Realtor, Craft Realty | Interiors | Homes
“Baton Rouge is a steady market. We don’t see the dramatic swings in property values like you do in other parts of the country – no huge spikes, and no major crashes. That consistency gives us confidence to keep investing here. The challenge, though, is that while there’s still land available, there’s not much prime land left for the home run projects we focus on. So, when the right opportunity surfaces, we have to move quickly. The fundamentals – stability, demand for quality, and limited top-tier land – make Baton Rouge a market we’re committed to.”
LANCE FAUCHEAUX
Operations Manager, Level Homes
“Baton Rouge benefits from long-term stability thanks to state government and LSU. That steadiness helps shield our region from the big market swings other cities face. Plus, we still have room to grow. Parishes like Ascension, Livingston and West Baton Rouge offer strong opportunities for development. These areas have played a big role in our growth and continue to attract new buyers looking for space and value.”
BECKY WALKER
Owner/Principal Designer, The Design Studio
“TND’s – traditional neighborhood developments that are walkable – are trending in Baton Rouge. You’ve got Rouzan, Americana in Zachary, Materra, Pointe-Marie to name just a few. Demand is there, and the supply is keeping up, and that’s something that really sets Baton Rouge apart from other parts of the state that are playing catch-up to this trend. These communities and the interior designs are so fresh and updated, you feel like you’re living in a destination rather than an urban field. You’re close to everything the city has to offer but you’re in your walkable environment when you get home. Developers and builders here have been ahead of the curve, and that is good for buyers and businesses like mine. In fact, I live in Rouzan, and we love it!”
JACKELYN GALLO
SVP Regional Manager, JD Bank
“When I think of Baton Rouge, I think of a port city. I think of the state capital. I think of two vibrant interstate systems in I-10 and I-12 running through it. I think of cultural uniqueness, which lends to the happiness of families and the employee base for a business that’s going to call Baton Rouge home. I think of a flagship SEC university near the heart of the city. We have the mighty Mississippi running through the middle of it all. We also have a unique mix of rural and urban spaces which allows any business the opportunity to grow. Whether you’re a family or a business, whether your business is retail, industrial, commercial, warehouse, medical … no matter what you’re building, buying or leasing, there’s a home for you here in our capital city.”
