THRIVE2029 is St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation’s second five-year economic development strategic plan that will serve as the road map for the future of economic prosperity in St. Tammany Parish.
“St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation is excited to build upon the foundational successes and outcomes of our first 5-year economic development strategic plan, THRIVE2023, and step boldly into our next phase of economic development work on the Northshore. We are laser-focused on sustaining business retention and expansion efforts, scaling business formation activities and collaborative partnerships, and securing investments that enhance the economic landscape for all in St. Tammany.”
Chris Masingill, St. Tammany EDC Chief Executive Officer
Download THRIVE2029 - St. Tammany EDC's 5-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan
THRIVE2023 was St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation’s first five-year economic development strategic plan that served as the road map for the future of economic development in St. Tammany Parish. In February 2019, THRIVE2023 was formally adopted by our Board of Commissioners and implementation of the strategic priorities identified in the plan began. Over 85% of THRIVE2023’s tactics and strategies were successfully implemented.
Key highlights from the implementation of THRIVE2023 included:
Implemented Advance St. Tammany, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation’s multi-layered business retention and expansion program providing business technical assistance services.
Since 2018, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation has helped facilitate $291.9 million in capital investment, representing 2,299 new and retained jobs.
Formalized and continues to lead the Workforce Roundtable comprised of economic development, workforce development, K-12, 2-year, and 4-year educational leadership who meet monthly to discuss strategy around workforce and education alignment and program and training development.
Led the creation of the first public-private collaborative for a major economic development land and site development initiative and serves as the lead project manager for the partnership, the Hwy. 1088 Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics Corridor featuring Gulf South Commerce Park.
Launched two 3-parish initiatives inclusive of St. Tammany, Washington, and Tangipahoa parishes:
Northshore Healthscape | A regional collaborative enhancing the pulse of our regional healthcare economy
STartUP Northshore | An initiative catalyzing entrepreneurship, innovation, and business formation on the Northshore
Check out our 2020 and 2022 Impact Reports for more detailed program information and implementation successes.
Since 2018, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation has received over 20 professional industry awards, including recognition from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC), Business Facilities, and Southern Business & Development.
In January 2024, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation earned the designation of Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
In September 2024, St. Tammany Economic Development Corporation was honored by the International Economic Development Council with the following awards for Economic Excellence (Population 200,000 – 500,000):
Bronze: St. Tammany Corporation - EDO of the Year
Gold: NSpire Startup Slam - Special Event Category
Revisit THRIVE2023
View St. Tammany’s first-ever 5 Year Economic Development Strategic Plan that guided our mission work to where we are today
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