Featured Employers
In Central Louisiana, we are makers – not only of great products, but also rewarding careers. From consumer goods to infrastructure to art, a rich maker heritage is in our DNA. Here, you can be a big fish in a small pond, advancing your career with well-paying, fulfilling jobs while enjoying life outside of work.
Why Work Here?
- Affordable living with a 15% lower cost of living than the national average
- Small-town charm with big-city career opportunities
- A network of mentors and professionals who help you grow
- Strong employers and diverse industries
- The best work-life balance you could ask for
FIND YOUR CAREER
Meet Our Featured Employers
Cleco Corporate Holdings, LLC
Utility
Cleco Corporate Holdings LLC is a regional energy holding company that conducts its business operations through its primary subsidiary, Cleco Power. Headquartered in Pineville, Louisiana, and in business since 1935, the company has approximately 1,200 employees.
Crest Industries
Manufacturing
Crest Industries provides reliable, innovative project solutions to help clients take control of their business and grow beyond what they believe is possible. Founded in 1958, Crest is the operating company for a family of businesses specialized in electric power delivery, industrial services, distribution and natural resources. Their vertically-integrated companies can see industrial projects through from start to finish, and they pride themselves on their values of doing the right thing, winning together, questioning the status quo and rising to the challenge.
Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
Healthcare
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, located in Alexandria Louisiana, is a 241-bed facility employing approximately 1,600 Associates and a medical staff of over 325 physicians. CHRISTUS Cabrini offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and is accredited by the Joint Commission.
Rapides Regional Medical Center
Healthcare
Rapides Regional Medical Center is an award-winning hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana that provides a wide array of care to 13 parishes across Central Louisiana. Our services range from the latest advances in Cardiac Care to minimally invasive Neurosurgery, and our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. View our average ER wait times above.
Red River Bank
Financial
Red River Bank was incorporated as a Louisiana Banking Corporation on July 29, 1998. The bank received its certificate of authority to operate as a commercial bank from the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions and commenced operations on January 14, 1999. The deposits of Red River Bank are insured to the maximum extent permitted by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Red River Bank is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas.
RoyOMartin
Manufacturing
With superior product quality and outstanding customer service at the heart of a more than 1,200-person operation, RoyOMartin is proud to serve America’s building industry. Through their Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification, customers can be assured that RoyOMartin responsibly source raw materials from regional forests to produce “Made in the U.S.A.” oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, timbers, and boards in safety-award-winning manufacturing environments.
Ratcliff Construction
Manufacturing
Established in 1927 as a humble two-man construction operation, Ratcliff Companies has since evolved into leading commercial construction, real estate development, and disaster recovery companies serving the Gulf South. With nearly 100 years of experience, Ratcliff’s family of companies is committed to empowering businesses to grow, rebuild, and recover with our top-notch, turnkey solutions.
Kinetix
Information Technology & Marketing
Kinetix believes the right solution can unlock unlimited success. Through tailored Business Technology and Marketing solutions, they identify pain points and transform them into assets—even if they aren’t the provider. Their technology services enhance security, efficiency, and scalability, while their marketing strategies drive engagement and growth. By streamlining business structures and tackling unique challenges, Kinetix ensures clients receive top-tier support and solutions for lasting success.
Barron Heinberg & Brocato Architects and Engineers
Engineering
Barron Heinberg and Brocato Architects, headquartered in Alexandria, is one of the largest architectural practices in Louisiana. They have designed a very wide array of projects throughout the state, including numerous facilities at the college and university level. Ashe Broussard Weinzettle Architects, also headquartered in Alexandria, is a design-centered architectural practice that is recognized throughout the region for helping private and public clients focus their resources to develop innovative design solutions.
MMLH - Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc.
Engineering
Founded in 1968, Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc. (MML&H) is a progressive consulting engineering and land surveying firm. Named after its founders, the firm transitioned ownership in 1997 to long-term employees and became an employee stock ownership program (ESOP) in 2018. Each transition retained the original name to honor its history. Today, MML&H continues to uphold its core values of ethics, professionalism, and reputation.
Better Careers, Made Here
In Central Louisiana, we are makers – not only of great products, but also rewarding careers. From consumer goods to infrastructure to art, a rich maker heritage is in our DNA. Here, you can be a big fish in a small pond, advancing your career with well-paying, fulfilling jobs while enjoying life outside of work. Major employers like Procter and Gamble, Crest Industries and RoyOMartin have called this area home for over 40 years, making for a stable and diverse job market. Local companies such as Cleco, Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Red River Bank, Ratcliff Companies, Barron Heinberg & Brocato Architects & Engineers, and Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix & Hixson, Inc. also contribute to our growing economy, offering great benefits and competitive pay. Opportunities to serve on nonprofit boards, network and get connected through organizations like the Young Professionals Group of Central LA, the Central LA Regional Chamber of Commerce and civic groups like Rotary Clubs and Kiwanis, ensure that you’ll be well-integrated into our diverse and active community. Come and see why better careers are made here.
Learning That Pays Off
The opportunity to earn while you learn is more than just a concept in Central Louisiana – it’s a reality. Many of our leading companies, such as Cleco, Red River Bank, Ratcliff Construction, Crest Industries, Roy O Martin, Rapides Regional Medical Center and Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, offer innovative earn-while-you-learn programs that empower you to upskill and advance your career without putting your financial goals on hold. We also have resources like the ACE Aviation Center and the CLTCC Cleco Advanced Manufacturing Training Center, where you can access state-of-the-art training facilities and programs designed to enhance your skills and open doors to new career opportunities. Our region also gives you access to dynamic and affordable educational opportunities at Louisiana State University of Alexandria, Louisiana Christian University, Northwestern State University, and Central Louisiana Technical Community College that can help you take the next step in your professional journey. Whether you’re looking to shift careers or upgrade your current skills, Central Louisiana provides the tools and support you need to succeed in today’s evolving job market.
