LAFAYETTE, LA — One Acadiana today announced that, in collaboration with Louisiana Economic Development, it will host the sixth cohort of the Acadiana CEO Roundtable program. The 2021 Acadiana CEO Roundtable program will begin on August 5.

CEO Roundtables bring together groups of 15 to 18 key decision makers from Louisiana-based small businesses 10 times over the course of a year for growth-oriented roundtable sessions that support a trusting environment in which CEOs can safely explore business and personal issues with the guidance of experienced facilitators.

Selected executives include:

• Wade Boudreaux, The Bayou Companies
• Claire Benoit, Rayne Building and Loan Association
• Claire Kelbaugh, Sterling Wellness Solutions
• Michael LeBlanc, White Glove Interior Care
• Chad Meaux, Fire & Safety Specialists
• Tye Miller, CBM Technology
• Jady Regard, Cane River Pecan Company
• Scott Rogers, Noble Plastics
• Jaci Russo, BrandRUSSO
• Keith Seilhan, Veris Global LLC
• Brandon Stutes, Skeeter Properties and Contractors
• Katherine Trahan, Petra Consultants, Inc.
• Renae Trahan, Co-Jak Ventures, LLC DBA All Star Signs & Specialties
• Tait Martin, Wildcat Brothers at Gator Cove, Inc
• Russell Walters, JMB Companies Inc

“Small business ownership continues to be essential to our region’s economic success and competitive advantage,” said Troy Wayman, President and CEO of One Acadiana. “One Acadiana is proud to support the growth of area businesses through a robust set of resources and programs, with the CEO Roundtable program serving as a key program in the set.”

The 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 leading economic development organization for the nine-parish Acadiana region located in south Louisiana. With more than 600 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.