Ed Smith

The private company is based in Baton Rouge, LA. The Louisiana Association of Business & Industry (LABI) is a statewide, multi-industry business organization representing over 2,000 employers and 324,000 employees. LABI serves as the official state partner to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers, advocating for free enterprise principles to foster economic growth and improve the business climate. Its core focus areas include legislative advocacy on civil justice reform, workforce development, taxation, education, healthcare, energy, and labor policies, with attention to supporting small businesses, promoting tax fairness, reducing regulatory burdens, and enhancing workforce readiness through education and training initiatives. LABI engages in shaping public policy by supporting business-friendly reforms such as tort and workers’ compensation reform, judicial modernization, occupational licensing reform, and maintaining right-to-work status. The organization operates regional political action committees, publishes legislative scorecards and policy analyses, hosts events, and supports emerging business leaders through dedicated councils. LABI’s website is designed with accessibility features to accommodate users with disabilities. Will Green has been the CEO of the company since 2023.