Accelerate New Iberia
Jump Start or Grow Your Business in 3 Weeks
Like many towns across South Louisiana, New Iberia has a rich history and a culture that makes for a wonderfully unique community. Part of this history and culture is a spirit of creativity, ingenuity, and perserverance that is engrained in the people of the parish. This spirit is the driver for Accelerate New Iberia, a start-up and small business program that focuses on people, their dreams, ideas, and business interests.
We were amazed by the set of entrepreneurs who completed the Accelerate Iberia program in 2022, and we are excited to return for Accelerate New Iberia. The program is made possible through a partnership between the Office of Mayor Freddie DeCourt and the LEED Center.
Who Should Apply?
- Existing businesses
- People who want to turn a side job into a full-time business
- People who have ideas for a business
Program Benefits:
- Hands-on & individual attention to help you start and/or grow your business
- Opportunity to build a network with other business leaders
- Successful business leaders as guest speakers & guides
- Guidance & consulting after the 3 week program
- Completion ceremony and certificate of completion
Applications are closed for Accelerate New Iberia
Please email leedcenter@louisiana.edu if you would like information on our next class.
Registration Fee: $25 ($450 value)
*Registration fee paid to the LEED Center
Questions about Accelerate New Iberia or the LEED Center? Contact Jonathan Shirley, jshirley@louisiana.edu