Adam Knapp Interview (2024)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Newsmagazine
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2024-05-03
Duration: 00:05:37
Subjects: Knapp, Adam | Committee of 100 for Economic Development, Inc. | Louisiana. Department of Economic Development | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Contributors:
- LeBlanc, Karen Host
- Knapp, Adam Interviewee
Description
This segment from the May 3, 2024, episode of the series “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features Karen LeBlanc’s interview with Adam Knapp, the CEO of the Committee of 100 for Economic Development. He discusses: the findings of their recent study on the slow job growth in Louisiana compared to other Southern states; their proposed changes for the Louisiana Department of Economic Development; diversifying the economy in each region of the state; the need for a statewide workforce strategy; and the importance of early childhood education. This segment is a part of the “Louisiana Speaks” series.