Economic Development Ambassador Program participants will:

• Gain valuable insight into the current economic state of the city and the efforts to attract and retain companies, catalyze place-based economic growth, and support local talent;
• Learn the most effective ways to promote New Orleans through an economic lens;
• Build relationships with growth-minded professionals and local business leaders;
• Receive invitations to special events and behind-the-scenes tours;
• Make a personal difference in the city’s economic vitality and prosperity.

• Must be at least 25 years old
• Must live and work in Greater New Orleans
• Must demonstrate current or past involvement in the community
• Must be available to participate in the full program

Applications submitted by candidates will be reviewed by a panel comprised of internal New Orleans Business Alliance leadership with experience across sector and industry. Applications will be assessed based on the following elements:

• Commitment to New Orleans
• Alignment with the Business Alliance’s vision is to reposition New Orleans as a great American city for business investment, quality of life and economic opportunity
• Experience that demonstrates interpersonal skills or professional expertise that can be leveraged
• Community Involvement
• Two (2) references

• September 6 – Applications Close
• September 9 – Applicants Notified
• September 25 – Intro Session
• October 2 – Session 1
• October 9 – Session 2
• October 16 – Session 3
• October 23 – Session 4
• October 30 – Session 5
• November 6 – Graduation

All sessions will begin at 5:30pm and end at 8:00pm, unless otherwise noted