LAFAYETTE, LA — This month, One Acadiana kicked off the 2024 Acadiana CEO Roundtable, facilitated by Leadership Institute of Acadiana and hosted in collaboration with Louisiana Economic Development.
The Acadiana CEO Roundtables bring key decision makers from Louisiana-based small businesses together 10 times over the course of a year for growth-oriented roundtable sessions. Each session is designed to support a collaborative environment in which CEOs can safely explore business and personal issues with the guidance of experienced facilitators.
“One Acadiana is committed to increasing our region’s economic advantage, and the success of small and mid-sized businesses is a critical component in that endeavor,” said Troy Wayman, President & CEO of One Acadiana. “We are proud to provide this program in partnership with LED, supporting business owners across the nine-parish region and encouraging collaboration and growth.”
“For the second year in a row, the Leadership Institute of Acadiana is excited to host the Acadiana CEO Roundtables in partnership with LED and One Acadiana,” shared Katrena King, Executive Director of the Leadership Institute of Acadiana. “Through this partnership, we are able to further our mission to convene, build, and activate leaders.”
Executives selected to the 2024 Acadiana CEO Roundtable cohort include:
- Joey Guidry, Cite Technology Solutions
- Joel Hebert, UNITEE
- Travis Manceaux, PERC Development LLC
- Eric Morrow, LA1CONNECT, LLC
- James Palmer, Pelican Engineering
- Adam Porche, I&C Builders
- Denise Ramon, 2 Sisters’ Salsa Company
- Butch Ray, Stella Maris LLC
- Tyler Roy, U.S. Aqua Services, LLC
- Dean Simon, LineOne
- Matthew Thibodeaux, Klout 9
The 10-month program features peer-to-peer learning through discussion, interaction, and the sharing of experiences that allow participants to learn from each other’s achievements and mistakes. Selected executives also receive support through highly qualified facilitators, expert guest speakers, and connection to various small business resources
About One Acadiana
One Acadiana is the chamber of commerce for Lafayette and leading economic development organization for the nine-parish Acadiana region located in south Louisiana. The organization is recognized as one of four across the country to hold both an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) accreditation and a five-star U.S. Chamber of Commerce accreditation.
With more than 800 investors, members, and partners, One Acadiana serves as the voice of the regional business community. The organization is located in the city of Lafayette and serves a region of nearly 700,000 people with a vibrant culture and unique entrepreneurial spirit. Learn more at OneAcadiana.org.