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Finding workers is Baton Rouge's biggest economic problem right now, local leaders say

Por: The Advocate Business September 20, 2022

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The battle for talent continues to dominate strategy discussions for Baton Rouge area businesses, local economic leaders said Tuesday during .The Baton Rouge metro area had about 31,000 open jobs in July compared to 17,000 unemployed workers, said Adam Knapp, president and CEO of the Baton Rouge Area Chamber. Demand is elevated for registered nurses, retail workers and retail supervisors.Economists have described Louisiana’s low labor... + full article



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