Allies & Resources

124 N. State Street, Suite 100
P. O. Box 1410
Abbeville, LA 70511-1410
Phone: 337-893-9465
Fax: 337-898-0751
www.vermilionport.com

The Abbeville Harbor & Terminal District creates jobs and business opportunities through managing district and port assets in an environmentally sensitive manner, and also through continued growth and development of industry and business across the district area. The District Commission is comprised of the 3rd, 7th, and a portion of the 2nd Wards of Vermilion Parish, in the areas surrounding the Vermilion River south of Abbeville and Intracoastal City. The AHTD owns a facility, the Port of Vermilion, which is primarily an industrial park and the present center of the district’s growth and economic development. In 2012, port tenants employed 400+ skilled and semi-skilled laborers, generated payroll of $20+ million, and constructed projects valued at $55,000,000. The AHTD continues to work to develop and enhance the economy of the district and the surrounding area, and will continue to cooperate with local, state and federal government to secure state and federal grants, and available local funding, for future improvements.

The Acadiana Economic Development Council, Inc. (AEDC) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization founded by local economic developers and incorporated in 2004.  AEDC represents the primary economic development organizations in the Acadiana Parishes (Counties) of Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, and Vermilion.

101 Jefferson St, Suite 201
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 806-9368
www.planacadiana.org

The Acadiana Planning Commission serves the public sector in the planning and implementation of Economic, Community & Transportation Development throughout the region known as Acadiana including the Louisiana Parishes of Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, and Vermilion.

nadine.randy@yahoo.com

The Gueydan Chamber of Commerce is a business-led community organization committed to the promotion of positive opportunities in and for the Town of Gueydan. 

701 N. Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548
(337) 643-2400
chamberkaplan@yahoo.com

The Kaplan Area Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purpose of promoting the commercial, civic, industrial and general welfare of the Kaplan area, the city of Kaplan and Vermilion Parish. The chamber is a non-profit, non-partisan and non-sectarian organization.

617 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5239
Tel: (800) 450-8115
www.opportunitylouisiana.com

Louisiana Economic Development is responsible for strengthening the state’s business environment and creating a more vibrant Louisiana economy.

Vision: Louisiana consistently outperforms the South and the U.S. in creating jobs and economic opportunities for its citizens.

Mission: Cultivate jobs and economic opportunity for the people of Louisiana through nine integrated economic development strategies:

• Strategically improve state economic competitiveness
• Engage with local partners to enhance community competitiveness
• Forge partnerships to enhance regional economic development assets
• Expand and retain in-state businesses
• Execute a strong business recruitment program
• Cultivate small business, innovation and entrepreneurship
• Enhance workforce development solutions
• Promote Louisiana’s robust business advantages
• Attract foreign direct investments and grow international trade

With dedicated and knowledgeable professionals committed to Louisiana’s economic future, LED strives to help businesses find the resources they need to make relocation and expansion a successful, profitable endeavor.

Louisiana Immersive Technologies Enterprise
Lafayette, LA 70506
Tel: (337) 482-6312
www.lsbdc.org

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center is the state’s largest and most accessible source of assistance for entrepreneurs and the only statewide nationally accredited program that provides business consulting to entrepreneurs at no cost. Through a network of 7 centers, the LSBDC provides high quality one-on-one consulting, training and information resources to help your business start, grow and succeed.

2250 Johnston Street
P. O. Box 44172
Lafayette, LA 70504-4172
Phone: 337-482-6767 or 800-433-6965
Fax: 337-262-5472
www.mepol.org

MEPOL is a sponsored program of the South Louisiana Community College serving Louisiana manufacturers statewide. Established in 1997, MEPOL is partially funded by a cooperative agreement with the Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (HMEP). MEPoL’s mission is to provide Louisiana Manufacturers value-driven, best-practice solutions. MEPOL offers services through in-house consulting and third party providers. MEPOL’s internal core services include Innovation and Growth Services, Lean Solutions, Polymer Services, and some portions of the Marketing, Technical, Workforce and Quality Solutions.

One Acadiana is a business-led, privately-funded economic development organization serving a nine-parish (county) area in South Louisiana. Representing more than 950 businesses throughout the area, One Acadiana also serve as the central business organization for Lafayette – providing leadership on local issues as well as the services and resources of a traditional business association. 

P.O. Box 101
Delcambre, LA  70528
Phone: 1-800-884-6120
www.portofdelcambre.com

The Twin Parish Port District (“the Port”) is the governing authority administering the Port of Delcambre. Together with the Town of Delcambre and many other partners, the Port is implementing a vision for Delcambre’s future, a vision that seeks to revitalize the seafood industry devastated by two hurricanes, redevelop the Delcambre waterfront, and expand its industrial park.

1907 Veterans Memorial Dr.
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: 337-893-2491
Fax: 337-893-1807
connect@vermilionchamber.org
www.vermilionchamber.org

The Vermilion Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization owned and operated by business leaders who care about our community. The Chamber is dedicated to building upon a strong economic base while maintaining the quality of life and vitality of our community and is actively engaged in the promotion, retention, and attraction of business and industry. The mission of the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce is to create a positive business and community environment.

100 North State Street
Abbeville, Louisiana 70510
Phone: 337-898-4300
Fax: 337-898-4310
vermilionppj@yahoo.com
www.vermilionparishpolicejury.com

The Vermilion Parish Police Jury serves as the center for parish government in Vermilion Parish. The Jury  provides services to the parish that include: Animal Control, Communications District 911, Homeland Security/Emergency Preparedness, Permits and Public Works.

200 N. Magdalen Square
Abbeville, LA 70510
(337) 898-6600
info@vermilion.org
www.vermilion.org

Delve into our Cajun mystique, the interesting expressions and unique cultural heritage that makes us the “Most Cajun Place on Earth.” The Tourist Commission staff is available to help you plan your trip and explore the unique sights and sounds (and cuisine) that makes Vermilion Parish so special.