Section Executive Spotlight

By George

Southwest Louisiana’s top economic development professional keeps his eye on the future — and we think he’s got it.

When in Doubt — Roundabout

Nine questions for LCG traffic engineer Warren Abadie When Warren Abadie drives anywhere in Lafayette, he’s on the job. Lafayette Consolidated Government’s top traffic engineer, like his former boss Tony Tramel, is what you might call geeky about traffic: He observes it, studies it, deconstructs it, even when he’s “off the clock.” If Abadie is driving — or a passenger — he’s working.

Making It Happen

Through ups and downs, FuzziBunz's founder and CEO has maintained a positive outlook on business and life. For many successful small business owners, always doing right by others isn't always an...

Living a Good Life

Boysenblue owner Bonnie Maillet has always made her business personal. Boysenblue owner Bonnie Maillet has always made her business personal. By Walter Pierce Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012 Photo by Robin...

A Class Act

Jerry Greig got involved with the Greater Lafayette Chamber in 2002 via an appointment by then-chairman Barry Berthelot, who had big plans for the Fugro Chance CIO. The chamber had just initiated a...

Seeing is Believing

As the CEO of a surveying and engineering firm that specializes in advanced technologies (among many other services), Bill Fenstermaker Jr. knows firsthand the importance of the digital age and its ability to enhance services in both the private and public sectors.

The New Face of LAGCOE

The New Face of LAGCOE Angela Cring picks up where Sally Ware left off, becoming only the third ED in the 57-year history of one of the largest energy expositions in the country. By Leslie Turk The...

Speaking Horse

Julie Calzone combines her equestrian hobbies with years of experience in the advertising industry. By Erin Z. Bass Julie Calzone combines her equestrian hobbies with years of experience in the...

From Nuts to Alligator Hunts

Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Jady Regard sees a new business venture at every turn. By Leslie Turk Jady Regard CNO Chief Nut Officer Age: 42 Cane River Pecan Company Wednesday, October 19, 2011 Jady...

The Queen of Zydeco

**A federal public defender who has just stepped down from that role, Michelle Vallot believes the sky is the limit for her nutritious - and delicious - snack bars. **By Leslie Turk **A federal public...

Jonesing for Information

A former sportscaster turns PR specialist By Anna Purdy Amy Jones, once known as Avry Jones the KATC-TV3 sportscaster, is the new public relations force to be reckoned with in Lafayette; A former...

Capitol Gains

Lafayette attorney Tyron Picard announced his departure from Acadian Ambulance in December and confirmed in early February that he has formed The Picard Group, a state/federal governmental affairs,...

Executive Spotlight July/August 2010

David H. Welch, President & CEO, Stone Energy Corp. (NYSE: SGY) 61 years old A Voice of Reason Stone's top exec since 2004, David Welch has an engineering degree from LSU and a doctoral degree in...


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