Episodes

  • How Louisiana's Chemical Industry is Driving Billions in Economic Growth

    How Louisiana's Chemical Industry is Driving Billions in Economic Growth
    Mar 23 2026
    In this episode of the Louisiana Business & Industry Show,
    Gordy Rush and Tim Johnson sit down with Patrick Riley,
    Director of Governmental Affairs & Assistant Legal Counsel
    for the Louisiana Chemical Association (LCA), to discuss
    the role of Louisiana's chemistry industry in shaping the
    state's economic future.

    Patrick shares LCA's mission as the unified voice of
    Louisiana's chemical and petrochemical manufacturers, and
    the progress being made through carbon capture, Class VI
    well permitting, and regulatory leadership. The
    conversation covers Louisiana's industrial growth,
    workforce development, energy policy, and what the
    chemical industry means for jobs and communities across
    the state.

    If you care about the future of business, jobs, and
    opportunity in Louisiana, this conversation is one you
    do not want to miss.

    Subscribe, like, and comment to help us spread the word
    about the future of Louisiana business.
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    24 mins
  • Nine Goals. One Vision. Will Green’s Plan for Louisiana’s Path Forward

    Nine Goals. One Vision. Will Green’s Plan for Louisiana’s Path Forward
    Mar 17 2026
    LABI President & CEO Will Green outlines a nine‑point roadmap focused on strengthening Louisiana’s long‑term economic future. The plan emphasizes improving the state’s tax structure, growing and retaining a skilled workforce, supporting job creators, advancing infrastructure, and making Louisiana more competitive with neighboring states. Green stresses the need for pro‑growth policies, economic stability, and collaboration between business and government to create sustainable opportunities across Louisiana.
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    23 mins