Andre is VP of Policy Initiatives & Governmental Affairs for One Acadiana, the regional economic development organization for Acadiana and local chamber of commerce for Lafayette. André leads the organization’s Policy Team, responsible for strategic initiatives and advocacy to improve the competitiveness of the Acadiana region as a location for business and talent. Born and raised in Lafayette, André returned to Acadiana in October 2015 after a variety of experiences in other places, including teaching high school math through Teach For America, exploring ministry as a Jesuit novice, and serving as policy adviser to the Mayor of Sacramento.