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Episode 160: New President Transforming Dillard into a ‘Communiversity’

Dillard University President Dr. Rochelle Ford’s first-year achievements include infrastructure improvements, a fundraising boost and changes designed to support faculty and staff culture. Now...

Episode 159: Looking to Make a Career Change?

There’s a lot going on at Tulane’s School of Professional Advancement, including two big new master’s degree opportunities and a new partnership with another...

Episode 158: Geoffrey Meeker Turned a Little Yellow Truck into Big Success

This week's guest is Geoffrey Meeker, founder and owner of French Truck Coffee. The business began in 2009 in his laundry room and it...

Episode 157: How’s the Quality of Life in Jefferson Parish?

This spring, leaders in Jefferson Parish completed a first-ever quality of life survey for the parish called Jefferson Now. In this week’s podcast, we...

Episode 156: Financial Freedom for All with Becky Gustafson

This week, Becky Gustafson, financial advisor with Gustafson Wealth Management in Metairie, discusses the actions individuals in the LGBTQ+ community can take to build a...

Episode 155: Stephen Waguespack Makes His Case for Governor

In March, longtime business lobbyist Stephen Waguespack announced his plan to step away from leading the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry to enter...
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Episode 154: Cybersecurity and Small Businesses: Expert Theresa Jones on What You Need to Know

Theresa Jones is the CEO of EVALV IQ, the first woman and minority-owned, full-service cybersecurity firm in Louisiana. Since launching in 2019, the firm...

Episode 153: Troy Henry Plans to Bring Family Fun to Former Six Flags Site

The site of the former Six Flags, and the future of the location, has been the talk of the community for years. Businessman and...

Episode 152: Industry Advocates Say Friendlier Laws, Stronger Construction Will Help Solve Homeowners Insurance Crisis

This week’s episode features Jeff and Ben Albright, the father-and-son team that leads the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of Louisiana. The Albrights represent...

Episode 151: ‘Sweet Success’ for N.O.-Based Maker of Bitters, Syrups and Mixers

El Guapo CEO Christa Cotton continues to build out and scale up her company’s Gravier Street headquarters as three of her products hit the...

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