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Tech giants poised for tax breaks on Louisiana data centers
Mar. 8, 2026

State officials say trade-off is worth it.

Developer Mike Wampold's Slow Growth Strategy Has Paid Off
Feb. 22, 2026

With a portfolio that includes hotels, office buildings, apartment complexes and an 1,800-acre, mixed-use community in Baton Rouge with hundreds of upscale, single-family homes and a school, Mike Wampold is, arguably, Louisiana’s most prolific and experienced real estate developer.

Hyundai Steel Project Named Business Facilities Platinum Deal of the Year for 2025
Jan. 5, 2026

Business Facilities has named Hyundai Steel’s manufacturing project in Ascension Parish the Platinum Deal of the Year for 2025, recognizing both the scale of the investment and the coordination that secured one of the most significant industrial projects currently underway in the United States.

See the Capital Region’s biggest announcements of 2025
Jan. 6, 2026

It’s been a big year for economic development in Louisiana, and the Capital Region is no exception.

Business Facilities Announces 2025 Deals Of The Year & 2025 Impact Awards
Jan. 5, 2026

Manufacturing, technology-related projects take top honors in these annual awards from Business Facilities, which recognize innovative and impactful corporate relocations and expansion investments.

(LED news release about above)

Louisiana Wins Back-to-Back Platinum Deal of the Year, Signaling a New Era of National Competitiveness
Jan. 5, 2026

Louisiana has earned Business Facilities’ Platinum Deal of the Year for the second consecutive year, with Hyundai Steel’s $5.8 billion investment in Ascension Parish recognized as the nation’s most significant development announcement of 2025.

NAIOP Gulf Coast’s local committees play a vital role in the strength and success of our Chapter. Getting involved is one of the best ways for members to build meaningful connections, grow professionally, and contribute to the advancement of our region’s commercial real estate industry. Whether you're looking to expand your network, share your expertise, or learn something new, there’s a place for you.

Government Affairs

The Government Affairs Committee ensures member concerns are heard and addressed at the local, state, and national levels.
Chair: Evan Scroggs

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Membership

The Membership Committee coordinates membership campaigns and outreach events in order to attract new members to our growing organization.
Chair: Kristian Sonnier

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Programming

The Programming Committee plans Gulf Coast’s annual educational, networking, and showcasing events. They identify and engage thought leaders in the commercial real estate arena to generate fresh ideas and enhance membership value within our community.
Co-Chairs: Joel Ross; Robert Bronstein

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Sponsorship

The Sponsorship Committee cultivates relationships with CRE firms throughout the Gulf Coast and secures annual sponsors for NAIOP Gulf Coast.
Co-Chairs: Melissa Warren; Stephen Scullin

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NAIOP is the leading association of more than 21,000 members with an extensive network of more than 50 chapters across North America that represent the interests of developers and owners of industrial, office and mixed-use commercial real estate. NAIOP provides advocacy, education and business opportunities by connecting members in a powerful North American network in the commercial real estate development and investment industry.