Economic Development
Reimagined
By pursuing an inclusive economic development strategy, we will create the perfect intersection of culture and commerce while delivering New Orleanians enhanced economic security.
What We Do
Small Business Growth
We are committed to aiding our small business owners in growing and expanding their ventures through our Small Business Ecosystem Development focus.
Business Attraction & Retention
We provide assistance to companies seeking to relocate and become an integral part of New Orleans’ economic legacy.
Talent &
Workforce Development
Our goal is to prepare, attract and retain the talent that will encourage economic development.
Strategic Neighborhood Development
We help build stronger, more economically viable neighborhoods in New Orleans.
News
2019 Annual Meeting: Economic Development Reimagined
2018-2019 Annual Impact Report: Economic Development Reimagined
Over our first eight years, the New Orleans Business Alliance established a distinctive, fiercely pro-New Orleans economic development organization. We became one of the few accredited economic development organizations in the world. We announced significant project wins; we worked to educate stakeholders beyond our city limits about a more business-friendly New Orleans. We brought diverse stakeholders together to tackle problems.
Aspen Institute Returns to New Orleans to Focus on Urban Opportunity
As New Orleans experiences downtown residential growth and urban economic resurgence, the timing is perfect for the Aspen Institute Socrates Program to return to the Crescent City and examine why residential and job growth in many cities often results in less diversity and inclusion.
O-Zone Ready: A Community Workshop
Calling on Professionals to Be a Voice for Economic Development and the Business Community
AT&T, New Orleans Business Alliance to Graduate First STRIVE Work Readiness Training for New Orleans East Residents
