LaRuE Development Summit 2025 is completely FREE!
Louisiana Rural Economic Development Summit 2025
Discover the latest trends and best practices at the LaRuE Development Summit 2025.
About the Larue Development Summit 2025
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Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
At the Louisiana Rural Economic Development (LaRuE) Summit, our mission is to bridge gaps and build futures by fostering dynamic connections between business owners, community leaders, industry experts, and policymakers. We are committed to advancing economic development, innovation, and opportunity in Louisiana’s rural communities by cr
At the Louisiana Rural Economic Development (LaRuE) Summit, our mission is to bridge gaps and build futures by fostering dynamic connections between business owners, community leaders, industry experts, and policymakers. We are committed to advancing economic development, innovation, and opportunity in Louisiana’s rural communities by creating a collaborative space for growth, empowerment, and action.
Sponsors
Our Mission
Our Mission
We are proud to offer FREE admission to the 2025 LaRuE Development Summit, and it wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. Their commitment to rural advancement has made it possible for us to remove financial barriers and open the doors wide for changemakers across the state.
Special thanks to the University of
We are proud to offer FREE admission to the 2025 LaRuE Development Summit, and it wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors. Their commitment to rural advancement has made it possible for us to remove financial barriers and open the doors wide for changemakers across the state.
Special thanks to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, AT&T, Louisiana State University Alexandria, and our many other partners for believing in the power of rural innovation and investing in our shared future. Because of you, attendees can connect, learn, and grow at no cost, ensuring that resources and relationships reach every corner of Louisiana.
Speakers
Our Mission
Speakers
This year’s LaRuE Summit features an incredible lineup of speakers covering topics that matter most to rural Louisiana including economic growth, health, housing, education, technology, and more.We’re proud to welcome Orhan McMillan as our Master of Ceremonies, guiding us through two impactful days of learning, connection, and collaborat
This year’s LaRuE Summit features an incredible lineup of speakers covering topics that matter most to rural Louisiana including economic growth, health, housing, education, technology, and more.We’re proud to welcome Orhan McMillan as our Master of Ceremonies, guiding us through two impactful days of learning, connection, and collaboration.A few of our keynote speakers include:
- Paul Coreil, Chancellor of Louisiana State University, Alexandria
- Michelle Purl, President & CEO of United Way of Central Louisiana
- David Broussard and Ralph Hennessey, England Airpark
- Ray Scriber, Director of Louisiana Main Street
- Dr. Lisa Vosper, Sr. Associate Commissioner for Workforce Education, speaking at the Women’s Empowerment Dinner
How it all got started
Presented By The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana is committed to promoting economic development and career development for the people of Louisiana. Chairman Marshall Pierite saw a desperate need for an event to bring together industry and the people of Louisiana. To this end, they created The LaRuE Development Summit to bring industry and economic opportunity to Louisiana. They continue to be the driving support and major force behind The LaRuE Summit.
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe makes great strides to keep its culture and traditions alive. From the revitalization of the Tunica language to the many programs and events centered around Tribal traditions, Tunica-Biloxi members live out the motto – “Cherishing Our Past, Building For Our Future.”
Attention!
✨ BIG NEWS! ✨ Thanks to our incredible sponsors and partners, admission to this year’s LaRuE Development Summit is completely FREE!
Act Now! The first 200 attendees to sign up get a free T-shirt
Space however, is limited.