Resources

La Légion d’Honneur The French Legion of Honor is the Highest French Distinction. The French Legion of Honor was created to reward eminent military and civil merits in the service of France. In 2004, the French government began awarding the medal to any surviving World War II veteran who took part in the liberation of France.

How to Apply for the Legion of Honor: Upon presentation of their military file as detailed in this document, US veterans who served in France during World War II are eligible for this distinction.

https://www.vertechcity.com/en/

VERTECH CITY is an international network concerned with the search for global and sustainable energy solutions, co-founded by Lafayette, Namur (Belgium), Poitiers (France) and Victoriaville (Canada).

History of the VERTECH network.

www.festivalinternational.org

An annual Lafayette festival of music, art, food and handicrafts, drawing visitors and participants from all over the world. This web site is in both French and English.

www.lafayette.org

"Resources to answer your business needs," where businesses can search a large database of companies, obtain technical business assistance, find help with government procurement, receive tax incentive counseling and search for available properties.

www.latinoacadiana.org

ACLA is an organization at the service of the Acadiana community in general and its Latin American members in particular. Our objective is to promote among its members and their families the fundamental values of our community: GOD, COUNTRY, FAMILY and FRIENDS, while preserving our heritage.

www.lafayettetravel.com

Excellent information on Lafayette, making it easy to plan your next meeting, group tour or vacation.

www.OneAcadiana.org

One Acadiana, formerly the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, is currently transforming into a national-caliber regional economic development organization serving a nine-parish (county) area in south Louisiana, with a long-term vision of making Acadiana one of the most high quality, sought after regions in the South for business and talent.

www.opportunitylouisiana.com

Information on tax and business incentives as well as other services the department provides such as company counseling for international trade.

www.louisianatravel.com

A host of information regarding Louisiana, including where to go, where to stay and what to do.

https://geauxbiz.sos.la.gov/

Everything an entrepreneur needs to know to start a business in Louisiana. A video demonstration under FAQ in the right-hand menu bar shows how this procedure can be easy and helpful.

www.WTCNO.org

Information on international trade relating to Louisiana, publications, statistics and trade events.

www.codofil.org

Dedicated to the development, utilization, and preservation of the French language in Louisiana for the cultural, economic and touristic benefit of the state.

www.ita.doc.gov

U.S. Department of Commerce provides export counseling, trade leads and statistics.

The official blog of The International Trade Administration.

The International Trade Administration series on top markets helps U.S. exporters compare opportunities.

The ITA. market assessment tool.

www.susta.org

• Basic services and programs for potential exporters.
• A virtual trade show. 
• Basic exporting information.
• For trade leads. 

https://ldec.org/

Works with the U.S. Commercial Service and the New Orleans U.S. Export Assistance Center to identify potential exports and act as mentors for new exporters.

www.facc-gc.com

Develops and improves economic, commercial and financial relations between France
and the United States. Provides information on activities, publications and other topics.

www.sba.gov

Provides consulting and counseling services as well as financial assistance to new entrepreneurs and established businesses.