2022 Q1 Investor Update

Q1 2022
1A INVESTOR UPDATE

MAKING AN IMPACT
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT WIN
PROGRESS REPORT
On March 10, Greenberry Industrial, a Washington-based fabricator and
contractor, announced that it is in the process of converting a shipyard
fabrication facility into a manufacturing plant that will result in a significant
number of new jobs in Jeff Davis Parish. The new plant will occupy the
former Gulf Islands Shipyards facility located on 180 acres along the
Mermentau River near Jennings.
5-YEAR IMPACT
CAMPAIGN GOAL
5-YEAR
TOTALS
% OF
5-YEAR
GOAL
The company will create 100 new direct jobs with an average annual salary
of $62,000 plus benefits. Louisiana Economic Development estimates
the project will result in 144 indirect jobs, for a total of 244 new jobs in
Louisiana’s Acadiana Region.
DIRECT JOBS 3,500 2,262 65%
INDIRECT JOBS 2,107 2,745 130%
CAPX $980,000,000 $434,065,000 44%
NEW PAYROLL $270,214,000 $98,500 36%
ANNUAL IMPACT
CAMPAIGN GOAL
2022
TOTALS
% OF
ANNUAL
GOAL
DIRECT JOBS 700 100 14%
INDIRECT JOBS 421 144 34%
CAPX $196,000,000 $500,000 0%
NEW PAYROLL $54,042,800 $6,200,000 11%
BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION SUPPORT
Through active dialogue with the business community, we are committed to
growing businesses, capital investment, and employment opportunities in
the Acadiana region.
MET WITH
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REGIONAL COMPANIES
ANNUAL GOAL IS 160+

AMERICAS COMPETITIVE EXCHANGE (ACE)
On March 30 and 31, 1A,
along with local, regional,
and state partners, hosted a
delegation of over 80 guests
during the Acadiana Region’s
portion of the Americas
Competitiveness Exchange
(ACE) event. Run by the US
Economic Development
Administration (EDA) and the
Organization of American
ACE global and regional leaders
States (OAS), ACE is the premier economic development, innovation, and
entrepreneurial network of the Americas. The event brings high-level
delegates from public and private sectors across the globe with the
aim of boosting international and regional partnerships, building trade
and investment, strengthening innovation, and fostering inclusive
economic development in the region.
The delegation attended an evening reception at Vermilionville, followed
by a tour of the new SafeSource PPE facility in Broussard the following
day. A luncheon was hosted at Tabasco, where the delegation toured
the manufacturing facility and Jungle Gardens, before heading to Metal
Shark in Jeanerette for the final stop of the Acadiana tour.
View video recap HERE.
SITE DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
POLICY INITIATIVES
& GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
2022 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
1A is advocating for a set of legislative priorities during the 2022 Regular
Session to advance the organization’s vision of creating the best possible
place for business and talent to locate and stay. The priorities, adopted by our
Board of Directors, focus on improving our business environment, investing
in infrastructure, and promoting workforce development.
OneAcadiana.org/2022Priorities
Throughout the Regular Session, 1A will be engaging legislators on these
priorities and keeping our investors and members informed throughout
the process. This includes our Weekly Legislative Update emails and
comprehensive bill tracker.
On-site due diligence has been completed on the on the 74-acre Loul’s
Landing Site (Lafayette) and requests for utility information have been
distributed to local engineers within the parish. The application and exhibits
are being drafted for the initial submission of Loul’s Landing to LED. The site
is expected to achieve certification by late Q2.
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SITES
CERTIFIED SITES STATS
9
PARISHES
2,241
ACRES
LABI LEGISLATIVE OUTLOOK
1A’s February Luncheon served as our
annual Legislative Outlook event with LABI
President & CEO Stephen Waguespack to
discuss key business issues ahead of the
2022 Regular Session.
LABI President & CEO Stephen Waguespack

WASHINGTON MARDI GRAS 2022
1A leadership and staff traveled to Washington, DC in January for the 73rd
annual Washington Mardi Gras celebration.
Highlights included:
• Capitol Hill meetings with Senator
Cassidy and Senator Kennedy,
as well as Congressman
Higgins' staff
• Co-sponsoring the Bienvenue à
Lafayette Hospitality Suite
• Partnering with APC to host a
Monuments by Moonlight Bus Tour
with Parish Presidents and other key
leaders from our region
Acadiana Planning Commission and
One Acadiana invite you to join us!
Monuments By Moonlight
BUS TOUR
Friday, January 28 | 10:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Meet at Washington Hilton International Terrace
Bus departs at 10:15 p.m. sharp
RSVP to Keely@OneAcadiana.org
VIBRANT ACADIANA
To kick off the Vibrant Acadiana initiative, 1A committed to three initial
deliverables:
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3.
Launching the CivicCon Acadiana event series
Conducting the Mason-Dixon quality-of-life survey
Developing a regional data dashboard
In March, 1A hosted our second CivicCon Acadiana event to unveil the new
regional dashboard, fulfilling the third of these three initial commitments.
GOOD JOBS CHALLENGE
1A partnered to submit two applications
for the EDA’s Good Jobs Challenge:
1. A regional application submitted by
the UL Lafayette Blanco Center
2. A statewide application submitted
by the Louisiana Board of Regents
The need for talent development and
economic diversification sparked the
“why” behind 1A’s 55 by 25 initiative.
This Good Jobs Challenge opportunity
would help represent the “how” of 55 by 25 – by providing resources
to support collaborative skills training for high-demand occupations in
growing industries.
1A would serve as the backbone organization for each proposal, helping
to staff and operate sector partnerships for target industries. The regional
application targets the healthcare, IT, and advanced manufacturing
industries. The statewide application targets the skilled trades industry in
the Acadiana region.
VibrantAcadiana.com/Regional-Dashboard
As a tool for positive and proactive messaging around the Vibrant
Acadiana initiative, 1A launched The Vibrant Acadiana Message, a new
monthly newsletter to help raise civic IQ and celebrate bright spots in
our community.
Subscribe at OneAcadiana.org/Newsletter-Preferences

INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRESS
Three of 1A’s priority infrastructure projects made news this quarter:
LFT New Terminal
1A joined Governor Edwards, the Lafayette Airport Commission,
and other partners to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the new
Lafayette Regional Airport terminal. The 120,000 square foot stateof-the
art facility officially opened on January 20, better serving our
residents and proudly welcoming our visitors.
ENGAGEMENT
NEW INVESTORS, MEMBERS, &
AMBASSADORS IN Q1
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INVESTORS
Rural Broadband
Vice President Kamala Harris joined Governor Edwards and
Acadiana region stakeholders in Sunset, La. on Monday to
champion a $30 million federal investment to expand broadband
access in Acadia, Evangeline, and St. Landry parishes. Acadiana
Planning Commission (APC) secured the grant, in partnership with
LUS Fiber and Allen Communications. The initiative will provide
fiber to the home for approximately 22,000 households.
Lafayette's Gateway Corridors
1A’s March Luncheon featured DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson,
APC Transportation Director Sara Gary, and LCG Community
Development & Planning Director Mary Sliman, who came together
to discuss progress on Lafayette’s key gateway corridors – the
Evangeline Thruway and University Avenue. Sec. Wilson noted
the significant funding commitments already in place for the
revitalization of both gateways, including $225 million for the I-49
Lafayette Connector.
LAFAYETTE'S GATEWAY CORRIDORS
1A’s March Luncheon served as a
progress update on infrastructure and
redevelopment projects in Lafayette's
key gateway corridors – the Evangeline
Thruway and University Avenue
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MEMBERS
8
AMBASSADORS
Read coverage from The Advocate HERE.

RIBBON CUTTINGS
1A SCHOLARSHIPS
1A hosted 18 ribbon cuttings in Q1.
While many high school graduates receive funding and assistance
to enter their freshman year at a higher education institution, fewer
scholarship opportunities exist for students continuing their education.
To address this, the One Acadiana
Scholarships were launched to be
awarded to one LSU Eunice, one
SLCC student, one Unitech Training
Academy student, and one
UL Lafayette student.
Hilton Garden Inn Cajundome
SO Studio Architecture
$9,625
RAISED OF A $10,000 GOAL
Viva La Waffle
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INDIVIDUALS, INVESTORS,
& MEMBER BUSINESSES
CONTRIBUTED
Wildflower Boutique
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
TALENT ATTRACTION & RETENTION SERVICES
1A provided customized tours to candidates or newly hired personnel to
showcase the Acadiana region.
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TOURS FOR INVESTOR COMPANIES
Natalie, Alyiah, and Jennifer (not pictured), recipients of 1A Scholarships, were
honored at the South Louisiana Community College Spring Scholarship Reception.
CHAMBER EXECUTIVE MEETING
In March, 1A hosted chamber and economic development executives
from Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, and
Vermilion parishes.

Q1 EVENTS RECAP
JANUARY
JAN 20
1A January Luncheon: Moncus Park
Attended by 65 guests at City Club
CIVICCON ACADIANA SPOTLIGHT
In March, 1A was joined by Dr. Gary Wagner, Dr. Stephen Barnes, and
Dottie DeHart for its second CivicCon Acadiana event to unveil a new
regional dashboard to track Acadiana's key performance indicators and
uncovered why the way we present Acadiana to others is so vital to our
region's success.
FEBRUARY
FEB 16
FEB 18
Acadiana Women's Network Luncheon
Featured Missy Manuel of Manuel Builders
Moderated by Jaci Russo
Attended by 72 guests at Ruffino's on the River
1A Open House
Sponsored by Advancial
Attended by 52 guests at One Acadiana
FEB 24
1A February Luncheon: LABI Legislative Outlook
Attended by 45 guests at Petroleum Club
Dr. Gary Wagner, Acadiana Business Economist
Endowed Chair at the UL Lafayette B.I. Moody III
College of Business Administration
MARCH
MAR 3
MAR 4
MAR 10
CivicCon Acadiana
Sponsored by William C. Schumacher Family
Foundation, LHC Group, Pinnacle Group,
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
Attended by 56 guests at Acadiana Center for the Arts
INVESTOR ONLY – Vibrant Acadiana Messaging Workshop
Attended by 59 guests at The Grouse Room
1A Connections: Member & Investor Social
Sponsored by Cox
Attended by 32 guests at The Tap Room
Attendees at the March CivicCon Acadiana event
MAR 24
1A March Luncheon: Lafayette's Gateway Corridors
Attended by 54 guests at Oakbourne Country Club
Dottie DeHart, Principal at DeHart & Company
Dr. Stephen Barnes, Director of the Kathleen
Blanco Policy Center at UL Lafayette
Watch past CivicCon Acadiana events at VibrantAcadiana.com/Events

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
STAFF
WEBSITE VISITS IN Q1
1A’s digital marketing and communications support across several initiatives
is building brand awareness, gaining higher visibility for regional issues,
and promoting the award-winning South Louisiana brand nationally.
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ONE ACADIANA
8,358
SOUTH LOUISIANA
Troy Wayman, CEcD
President & CEO
Haley Block
Executive Assistant to
President & CEO
André Breaux
VP, Policy Initiatives &
Governmental Affairs
Lindsey Guidry
Manager, Events
1,000
VIBRANT ACADIANA
900
ACADIANA OPPORTUNITY
489
55 BY 25 ACADIANA
Zach Hager, CEcD
VP, Economic
Development
Amanda Henry
Manager, Accounting &
Receptionist
Victoria Lane Alleman
Senior Director, Investor &
Member Relations
Emile Lege
Coordinator, Business
Development
PARTNERSHIP IN ACTION
SMALL & MINORITY BUSINESS SERVICES
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MINORITY-OWNED
1A is continuing to contract with Jack & Associates
to offer one-on-one counseling, direct services, and
referrals to provide owners of small and minority-owned
businesses the assistance needed to start, manage, and
grow their enterprise.
SMALL BUSINESSES ASSISTED IN Q1
20
WOMAN-OWNED
2
VETERAN-OWNED
Trenton Leonards
CFO
Keely McGibboney
Director, Policy Initiatives
& Governmental Affairs
Samantha
McClure-Meche
Manager, Communications
Chasah West
Director, Marketing &
Communications
Christopher Messner
Coordinator, Member
Relations

Troy Wayman, CEcD
President & CEO
Troy@OneAcadiana.org
Direct: 337.408.3650
804 E St. Mary Blvd.
Lafayette, LA 70503
OneAcadiana.org