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2026 LEAD Annual Economic Development Summit

August 31, 2026 6:00 PM - September 1, 2026 3:00 PM (CDT)

Description

The 2026 LEAD Annual Economic Development Summit presented by St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation brings together economic development professionals, public and private sector leaders, and key partners from across Louisiana for a day of connection, collaboration, and forward-looking strategy. 

Guided by this year’s theme, LEADing a Future-Ready Louisiana: Policy, Partnerships, and Talent Strategy, the 2026 Summit highlights the importance of cross-sector collaboration in driving economic growth and competitiveness. Attendees will gain insights from state and regional leaders and connect with peers through engaging sessions, panels, and networking opportunities.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in supporting the Summit? Sponsorship opportunities are available and offer valuable visibility and engagement with Louisiana’s economic development community.

To learn more or secure your sponsorship, please contact Stacy Romero at stacyr@louisianalead.org.

Hotel Accommodations
A discounted room block is available at the DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette for the night of August 31, for attendees traveling in advance of the Summit on September 1. Click here to book online or call (800) 222-8733 and reference group code LEC. The deadline to reserve a room is August 17, 2026, or until sold out.

Time

2026 LEAD Annual Summit Kickoff Reception

August 31, 6:00 pm

The McElligott Club at the Our Lady of Lourdes UL Lafayette Football Stadium 

2351 W Congress Street, Lafayette


2026 LEAD Annual Summit

September 1, 8:30 - 3:00 pm

DoubleTree by Hilton

1521 W Pinhook Road, Lafayette

Location

DoubleTree by Hilton


August 31, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

2026 LEAD Annual Summit Kickoff Reception

The McElligott Club at the Our Lady of Lourdes UL Lafayette Football Stadium 

2351 W Congress Street, Lafayette


September 1, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

2026 LEAD Annual Summit

DoubleTree by Hilton

1521 W Pinhook Road, Lafayette


Hotel Accommodations
A discounted room block is available at the DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette for the night of August 31, for attendees traveling in advance of the Summit on September 1. Click here to book online or call (800) 222-8733 and reference group code LEC. The deadline to reserve a room is August 17, 2026, or until sold out.

Pricing

LEAD Members $350 (Member rates will be applied automatically when registering with the email associated with your LEAD membership.) 

LEAD Nonmembers $500

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Contact Information

Email: info@louisianalead.org
Details: Stacy Romero: stacyr@louisianalead.org
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