SWLA Alliance

The SWLA Economic Development Alliance serves the five parishes of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jeff Davis Parishes with an array of services to grow our economy and improve the quality of life for all residents. The Alliance umbrella includes The Chamber SWLA, which is comprised of businesses and industries of all sizes. As the voice for business,The Chamber SWLA advocates for our members on the local, state, and federal level. As one of the largest Chambers in the state, The Chamber SWLA has earned Five Star accreditation, placing it in the top 1% of all chambers nationwide.

The SWLA Alliance Foundation is a 501c3 organization which funds economic development for the region. Funded by nearly one hundred investors, public and private, The Foundation is the only organization focused on growth by recruiting and retaining businesses and industries. Workforce issues are handled by the Alliance team working with McNeese State University, SOWELA Technical Community College, and the high schools in the five parishes. Quality of Life is a major issue in attracting and retaining workers for our region’s industry. The Quality of Life Task Force is concerned about issues that detract from the area.