Wednesday @ LegisGator | August 19

Don't miss the opening event of LegisGator 2026. Presented by LABI, in partnership with the SWLA Economic Development Alliance and Leaders for a Better Louisiana, the LABI Policy Forum @ LegisGator brings together Louisiana's most influential legislators, agency leaders and industry executives for an afternoon of candid conversation on the issues that matter most to Louisiana business leaders.

Fresh off the 2026 Louisiana Legislative Session, this forum delivers real insight into what was accomplished in Baton Rouge, and what it means for Louisiana's business climate going forward. Three focused policy panels will tackle the defining challenges and opportunities in insurance reform, energy and workforce development, giving attendees a front-row seat to the policy discussions shaping our state's economic future.

There is no charge to attend this event.

Wednesday, August 19

2:00-5:00pm | LABI's Policy Forum @ LegisGator

Restoring Balance: Legal Reform and Louisiana’s Insurance Future

• Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple

• Senator Alan Seabaugh

• Representative Kellee Hennessy Dickerson

• Representative Dennis Bamburg

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce, ILR VP and Special Counsel Jeanne Walker

Expanding Louisiana’s Energy Dominance: Leading in Innovative Energy Investment

• Louisiana Department of Conservation and Energy Dustin Davidson

• Representative Brett Geymann

• Louisiana Chemistry Association President David Cresson

• Larry Hand, Entergy Louisiana

• Jean-Paul Coussan, Louisiana Public Service Commission, District 2

From Classroom to Career: Developing the Talent Louisiana’s Economy Demands

• Louisiana Works Secretary Susie Schowen

• Louisiana Community and Technical College System President Richard Nelson

• Representative Ken Brass

• Representative Stephanie Berault

• Ochsner Chief Workforce Officer Missy Hopson

5:00-6:30pm | LABI LegisGator Welcome Reception at Drago's

Why Attend?

Access — Engage directly with the legislators and agency heads who shaped the 2026 session

Insight — Understand how new laws and policies affect your industry and bottom line

Connection — Network with business and policy leaders from across Louisiana

Momentum — Kick off three full days of LegisGator with energy and purpose

This event is the official opening of the three-day LegisGator conference. Registration for the LABI Policy Forum includes access to the Welcome Reception.

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