About BRF
BRF (Building Our Region’s Future) is dedicated to growing and diversifying the economy of Shreveport and the surrounding region. Through strategic initiatives in business recruitment, entrepreneurial support, and community development, BRF works to attract new industries, create high-quality jobs, and strengthen the region’s competitiveness. By investing in innovation and fostering collaboration across sectors, BRF continues to play a key role in shaping a stronger future for Shreveport-Bossier.
Mission
Diversify and grow our region’s economy.
Vision
Operate as a catalyst to expand and develop research, entreprenuership and high-growth businesses in our region.
Values
Innovation. Collaboration. Problem Solving. Bold Action.
About Shreveport Next
Shreveport, Louisiana, is uniquely placed in Northwest Louisiana in Caddo Parish on the banks of the historic Red River to accomplish your business growth and logistical needs. With a population of about 440,000 people, Shreveport and neighboring Bossier City comprise Louisiana’s third largest metropolitan area. The twin cities and surrounding communities have emerged as the thriving economic, educational, medical and cultural hub of Northwest Louisiana. Shreveport is about 20 miles from Texas and 50 miles from Arkansas. It is three hours east of Dallas and five hours northwest of New Orleans. Within a day’s drive, businesses can access more than 40 million consumers in some of America’s largest markets.
