Help Make Louisiana Home for Our Heroes
The Boot aims to retain our service members from Fort Johnson, Barksdale AFB, and Naval Air Station JRB New Orleans, as well as to attract transitioning military from out of state bases. These men and women who proudly served their country will bolster our workforce and build new businesses in burgeoning industries like technology, aviation, manufacturing, and healthcare. We invite you to partner with The Boot to recruit, retain, and return military service members to our state.
How You Can Help
Hire
Access talented candidates for your workforce.
Train
Upskill and re-skill highly motivated learners for new careers.
Support
Donate your time, talent, or treasure to clear their pathway to civilian life.
Advocate
Provide local, state, and Federal leadership to advance our mission
LACES, powered by Cheniere Energy, is designed to tie transitioning service members to Louisiana’s workforce, empowering them to build fulfilling civilian careers while strengthening the economic landscape of our state. Through this program, veterans are connected to employers who value their skills, leadership, and dedication, ensuring a smooth transition into the civilian workforce. By fostering workforce development and economic growth, LACES not only enhances the lives of veterans but also provides a dual benefit for Louisiana by filling critical roles with highly skilled individuals. Together, we’re empowering veterans and driving the betterment of Louisiana’s workforce and communities, one boot at a time.
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