Buddy Boe has been named a certified Louisiana economic developer by the LSU E.J. Ourso College of Business/ Stephenson Entrepreneurship Institute – Executive Education, Louisiana Department of Economic Development and the Louisiana Industrial Development Executives Association (LIDEA).
The Louisiana Economic Development Certification Program is designed for those economic development professionals, Chamber of Commerce staff, elected officials, and local civic leaders who are interested in best business practices in the field of economic development. Courses taken by Boe to achieve the certification include: Basic Economic Development, Real Estate Development and Reuse, Business Retention and Expansion, Strategic Planning, Marketing and Attraction, and Finance. In addition to attending the required courses, a term paper on an economic development case study must have been submitted, reviewed, and approved by the staff.
Boe’s paper, focused on the redevelopment of the Paul Maillard Corridor on the west bank of St. Charles Parish, was titled, “Corridor Revitalization: Making History Relevant Again.”
“After several years working towards this goal, it is an honor to join a great group of people whose main focus is growing and creating opportunities for the residents of Louisiana by fostering economic growth,” Boe said of earning the certification in June. “At a time of such economic uncertainty around the nation, Louisiana continues to make tremendous strides at developing a diverse economy to support our communities. I plan to continue to work with my partners at the local, regional and state levels to attract and retain jobs in our communities.”
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