In 2010, the Louisiana Business Emergency Operations Center (LABEOC) opened here in Baton Rouge.  The Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions (OFI) is very proud to be a part of the LABEOC, which brings business leaders from the state's financial services (including the Louisiana Bankers Association and the Louisiana Credit Union League), communication, oil and gas, restaurant, retail and utility industries together in order to create a public-private partnership designed to make Louisiana more self-sufficient during emergencies.  For more information about the LABEOC, please visit their website at www.LABEOC.org .  In order for the LABEOC to have a significant impact in supporting the private sector, businesses are urged to register at  www.LABEOC.org  so that they can begin participating in the state's preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.  We would encourage all financial institutions in the State of Louisiana to consider registering with the LABEOC.  If you have any questions, please contact Chief Examiner Sid Seymour at 225/925-4675 or sseymour@ofi.la.gov.