During 1999-2000, ETG professionals served on a consulting team that was asked by the Governor’s Office to conduct a cluster analysis of the state, focusing on Louisiana’s Vision 20/20 and the six high technology target clusters that were identified in that vision. ETG has validated the cluster selection, developed a state-wide cluster development strategy, integrated existing economic development programs throughout the state, and evaluated the Department of Economic Development in terms of mission and effectiveness. ETG conducted six cluster meetings, covering 1) Information Technology, 2) Bio-Medical, 3)Food Technologies (primarily biotechnology-related), 4)Advanced Materials, 5) Micromanufacturing and 6) Environmental Services, and developed strategies for each cluster, as well as a less detailed cluster development plan for each of the 9 established clusters. ETG’s analysis is leading to the dissolution of the existing Department of Economic Development, and the creation of a private agency to carry out those functions.