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Here's a summary of GBRIA's efforts in Workforce Development, Safety Performance and Public Affairs in 2021 with an important look at the launch of our brand new advocacy campaign: Industry Makes. Also get a look ahead at GBRIA's calendar of events for 2022.

Get to know the Baton Rouge Industrial Group and what they do to strengthen support of industry in the Gulf Coast Region and beyond.

Are you aware of the Louisiana Construction Education Foundation or the numerous, well-paying job opportunities available in the state of Louisiana? Milton Graugnard, Chair of the Louisiana Construction Education Foundation (LCEF), talks with GBRIA about how LCEF services our community by supplying opportunities for people of all ages and background in Louisiana to pursue a fulfilling, skilled career in industry. www.lceftoday.org

This is part 2 of a two-part episode. Two Louisiana economic drivers, FG and ExxonMobil, have new projects underway in St. James and East Baton Rouge respectively. What do these projects mean for residents of these parishes and of the state? We hear from Janile Parks, Director of Community and Government Relations with FG, and Kelly Welch, Public and Government Affairs Advisor at ExxonMobil Baton Rouge, who will tell us details about these projects and how they contribute to Louisiana's economy by keeping Louisiana competitive and creating jobs.

This is part 1 of a two-part episode. Two Louisiana economic drivers, FG and ExxonMobil, have new projects underway in St. James and East Baton Rouge respectively. What do these projects mean for residents of these parishes and of the state? We hear from Janile Parks, Director of Community and Government Relations with FG, and Kelly Welch, Public and Government Affairs Advisor at ExxonMobil Baton Rouge, who will tell us details about these projects and how they contribute to their surrounding community and the state.

It's the start of a new year! How do things look economically for industry in the Greater Baton Rouge area following the initial shock caused by the pandemic? What changes can we expect with the country's new administration? What does GBRIA have planned for 2021 in the areas of Safety, Workforce Development and Community engagement? Hear from Jessica Pranjic, Sr. Manager of Communications & Workforce Development, and Brandon Smith, Associate Director of Safety, Health & Security, as they give you a look into GBRIA's plans for 2021.