Economic Development Assistance from South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association (SLECA)

SLECA’s experienced staff is committed to promoting economic development in southeast Louisiana. A strong commercial and industrial environment leads to more job opportunities, a stronger local economy, and a better quality of life for our area.

Whether you are a new business looking to locate in the 5 parishes served by SLECA or an existing business considering expansion, our team is ready to assist you with all phases of development, from site selection to grand opening.

Our Services Include:

If you need assistance in locating a specific site that meets your business requirements or need information about electric service proposals and specific incentives for large commercial and industrial customers, please contact:

Rate Information

SLECA’s attractive menu of competitive rates for commercial and industrial customers are geared to different load factors, and types of organizations such as schools, churches, etc.

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Key Accounts

SLECA is committed to working with our key accounts to assist them in any way we can. A personal key account representative stays in touch with key accounts and works with them on energy-related matters such as:

Lighting Assistance

Part of SLECA’s Key Accounts Program includes lighting assistance available for commercial and municipal customers. This service helps with:

We are here to support your business with tailored solutions to meet your unique needs.

For more information regarding SLECA’s Key Accounts Program, call Ray Braud, Director of Economic Development at (985) 876-6880.

Site & Business Development

SLECA keeps a database of available buildings and site locations within our service territory that are available for business development. If you need assistance to find a specific site location for your business contact Ray Braud, Director of Economic Development, at (985) 876-6880.

Louisiana Department of Economic Development

SLECA works closely with the professional staff at the Louisiana Department of Economic Development (LDED) to foster new or expanded business opportunities in south Louisiana. The LDED manages the state’s tax incentive programs, special start-up, and training programs.

To learn more about LDED’s programs and services please visit the Louisiana Department of Development website.

Parish Demographics

SLECA maintains a demographic profiles database on the 5 parishes it serves. These profiles contain important information that would be of interest to new or expanding businesses, including:

For additional information regarding the demographics of the 5 parishes served by SLECA, please contact Ray Braud, Director of Economic Development, at (985) 876-6880.

Community Partnerships

SLECA is a member of and is very involved in local chambers of commerce as well as other economic development organizations including: