St. Landry Economic Development (SLED) is excited to invite you to Manufacturing Day 2025, taking place on Friday, October 3rd, across St. Landry Parish.
This event, part of the national Manufacturing Day celebration, will highlight the importance of manufacturing to our local economy while inspiring the next generation of skilled workers.
Event Objective
Manufacturing Day aims to show students from across St. Landry Parish that manufacturing can be a fun, rewarding, and high-tech career path—all while strengthening connections between local businesses, schools, and the community.
“We want the students to see that manufacturing isn’t just about building things. It’s using cool technology, solving problems, and creating products people use every day. These jobs can pay well, and they’re right here in our community.”
— SLED Staff
Key Goals of the Event
- Human Capital Development & Economic Growth
Expose students to modern manufacturing opportunities within the parish, encouraging them to pursue further education/training and return to work in St. Landry Parish. - Awareness
Help students connect what they’re learning in school to real-world applications in today’s evolving manufacturing landscape. - Engagement
Strengthen relationships between students, educators, businesses, and community leaders.
Participating Companies
- C&G Containers
- Design Precast & Pipe
- Noble Plastics
- Tony Chachere’s
Media Invitation Details
The media is invited to attend the kickoff tour at C&G Containers, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
This is a great opportunity to capture photos, video, and interviews as students interact with local manufacturers and learn more about the exciting career opportunities available in their own backyard.
If you’re interested in attending or covering the event, please let us know. For media interviews or additional information, please contact SLED CEO Bill Rodier at (337) 467-9563 or via email at billr@stlandryed.com.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us share the story of St. Landry Parish’s growing and innovative manufacturing sector.
Best Regards,
Brittany Cretchain, MPA
Economic Development Specialist
