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A Monthly Publication of the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce

Fo usVolume 12 | Number 6 | June 2019 Volume 12 | Number 6 | June 2019 H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 2 www.HoumaChamber.com Calendar Contact Us! 2019 OFFICERS: MAY 2019: Chairman of the Board Chad Hebert 5/27 Happy Memorial Day! Chamber office closed Safeworx Safety Solutions, LLC 5/28 General Membership Luncheon Chairman-Elect 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Courtyard by Marriott, 142 Library Drive Speaker: Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser Chuck Weaver, Jr. South Louisiana Financial Services, LLC JUNE 2019: Treasurer 6/4 Chamber Development Committee Meeting 12:00 p.m., Chamber office, 6133 Highway 311 Michael Garcia, M.D. For more information call (985) 876-5600 South Louisiana Medical Associates 6/12 Leadership Terrebonne Alumni Association Board Meeting Vice Chair-Community Development Division 12:00 p.m., Chamber office, 6133 Highway 311 Kristine Strickland, Ph.D. 6/13 Lunch with the Pros Fletcher Technical Community College 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Courtyard by Marriott, 142 Library Drive Vice Chair-Chamber Development Division For more information call (985) 876-5600 LaDonna Cruse 6/19 Chamber Education Committee Meeting Stephanie Hebert Insurance Agency 8:00 a.m., Chamber office, 6133 Highway 311 Vice Chair-Infrastructure & Economic Development Division For more information call (985) 876-5600 Mitchell Marmande 6/19 Chamber Healthcare Committee Meeting Delta Coast Consultants, LLC 9:00 a.m., Chamber office, 6133 Highway 311 For more information call (985) 876-5600 Vice Chair-Government Activities Division 6/20 Business After Hours William “Bill” Eroche 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Paisley Park Resale, 6861 West Park Aveneu Watkins, Walker, Eroche and Hoychick, Attorneys at Law For more information call (985) 876-5600 Immediate Past Chairman of the Board 6/25 General Membership Luncheon Jason Bergeron 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Courtyard by Marriott, 142 Library Drive Technology Professionals/Techpro Speaker: Stephen Waguespack, LABI President

For more information about Chamber Events call (985) 876-5600 or Email: [email protected] 2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Events in red denotes Chamber events Melissa Adams Nicholas “Nick” Hebert Danos Quality Energy Services

Benefits of Logan “Hank” Babin III Mike Lewis The Chamber Logan H. Babin, Inc. Big Mike’s BBQ Smokehouse Monique Crochet Janel Ricca Nicholls State University Pedestal Bank

Ken Duet John Rogers Unitech Training Academy Pedestal Bank

Kevin Ghirardi Brian Rushing Terrebonne General Rushing Media Medical Center

Become a STAFF Visibility Advocacy Community Member Today! Nicol Blanchard Betsy Breerwood (985) 876- 5600 • [email protected] Membership and Committee 6133 HWY. 311, Houma LA CEO [email protected] Coordinator On the Cover: [email protected] Congratulations to The Courier (Media Sponsor) team members Peyvand Magshoud, Bennett Folse, John Dupont and Corey Tabor, for Heidi Guidry winning first place in the 11th Annual Chamber Golf Classic! Other prize winners were 5th place Motivatit Seafood Team, 11th place Communications and Events Angie Walsh Eatel Business team, 18th place Buquet Distributing team, and 21st Keller William team! Special thank you to sponsors, Coordinator Executive Assistant teams, volunteers and everyone who made this year’s tournament successful! [email protected] [email protected] 6133 Hwy.311 | Houma, LA 70360 | 985.876.5600 | Fax 985.876.5611 | www.houmachamber.com

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Broad Scope of Benefits to Chamber Members – Join Today! NICOL BLANCHARD growth. Issues such as the economy, health and wellness, edu- move Terrebonne toward CEO cation, and infrastructure become Chamber business issues be- a successful future. On cause they are a significant part of our overall business climate. behalf of its diverse mem- By joining the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber, your company’s As a collective voice, we can have a greater impact on issues that bership, the Chamber reputation will grow through increased exposure. Our online transform our community. works to create a climate and printed membership directories strengthen your commu- There are numerous sponsorship and hosting opportuni- of growth and success nity presence! Access to our Online Membership Directory is ties as well as unique and cost-effective marketing and adver- that benefits all business. through the Chamber’s website at www.houmachamber.com. tising outlets for Chamber members to take advantage of that Your membership invest- Our website receives an average of 1727 users each month. We will heighten your visibility and credibility in the community ment allows your business distribute 3,000 copies of the annual Business & Community through: and our community to pros- Guide print directory and it lists each member up to three times. • sponsorship of events per. The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber is an event-driven organiza- • advertising and listings in the Business & Community Guide At the Chamber, we know times are hard, and we are here to tion. With a network of over 600 member businesses represent- • Chamber website advertising with direct link to your help by offering members an opportunity to set-up a personal- ing over 23,000 employees, the Chamber is a driving force in website ized installment plan for their membership dues. We customize our community. Through its events, the Chamber provides busi- • articles and advertising in our monthly newsletter the Focus a plan that suits your budget and keep you an active member nesses and individuals with opportunities to develop business • advertising of your events and programs in electronic of the Chamber. If you are interested in this opportunity, please relationships and generate leads. Building and strengthening newsletter the eFocus feel free to contact the Chamber at 985-876-5600 to take advan- relationships are a big part of the monthly Business After Hours • flyers in our monthly Focus newsletter mailed to members tage of this opportunity. events, the Business 2 Business luncheons, the monthly General • Grand Openings and Ribbon Cuttings The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce is a mem- Membership Luncheons, the golf tournament, and the Annual • mailing labels of members’ mailing addresses ber-driven, volunteer organization dedicated to improving the Banquet, as well as participating in the various committees. The Chamber helps to build a strong community by con- quality of life by building a strong economy through promotion The Chamber also provides an outlet for the opinions and necting its members to people and issues that are important of services to members, partnerships and alliances, legislative needs of businesses in the community to be heard in order to to business success. Through Chamber programming, you and advocacy, economic development, and programs of action and influence projects and programs that support our community’s your business have opportunities to be engaged in activities that value to sustain a prosperous and vibrant community.

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CHAD HEBERT Bank, Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar, and Waste Pro of Louisiana but about giving thanks 2019 Chairman of the Board Hole in One Sponsor – Barker Automotive Group for the opportunity to Safeworx Safety Solutions, LLC Flag Sponsors – Cortec, Danos, Gordon Dove, Hebert Insur- give. And remember, ance Agency, Morris P. Hebert, Occupational Medicine Services, the greatest gift that we Thanks to all of our sponsors, players, volunteers, and staff Off the Hook, and The Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana. give our children is the who made the 11th Annual Chamber Golf Classic on May 6th a Tandem Hole Sponsors – M. Bergeron & Company, CPAs, actual expression of our huge success. It was an awesome day of fun, fellowship, and Bourgeois Bennett, CPAs, Brown & Brown Insurance, Caldarera love. It isn’t enough to networking and I think everyone in attendance had a great time Group Insurance, Claudet Properties, Cox Media, Duplantis De- feel love for them inside and ate lots of good food. Congrats to all the winners! sign Group, First American Bank & Trust, Logan H. Babin, Inc., ourselves: we need to Without the following sponsors and supportive members, Stephanie Hebert Insurance Agency, Pitre Wealth Management express that love. Take a we would not have been able to host our Annual Chamber Golf Group, Terrebonne Parish Assessor’s Office – Loney Grabert, moment each day and give Classic. and Trapp Cadillac Chevrolet. your child the kind of hug that can leave no doubt that you re- Golf Cart Sponsors – Main Iron Works and K & B Industries Beverage Sponsors – Buquet Distributing Company & Coca- ally treasure their presence in your life. Happy Father’s Day! Picture Sponsor – Terrebonne General Medical Center Cola United Drink Cart Sponsors – Doug’s Service Company, Alford & As- Food Sponsor – Busy Bee Clinic, Premier Catering & Events, sociates Insurance Services and Technology Professionals Raising Cane’s - MLK, Safeworx Safety Solutions, and Superior Golf Towel Sponsors – Business First Bank, Eatel Business, Ice Company. and Thibodaux Regional Medical Center In-Kind Sponsors – Cypress Casino & Atchafalaya Golf Course Clubhouse Sponsors – Ameriprise Financial – Meyer Finan- Media Sponsor – The Courier cial Group, U. S. Congressman Steve Scalise, Senator Bret Allain, The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce is so thank- Uniting community and building & Poké Geaux ful for all their support. a stronger Terrebonne. Exclusive Hole Sponsors – Acadian Total Security, Big Mike’s It’s June - time for Father’s Day. A time we set aside to hon- BBQ & Smokehouse, Calhoun Vapor – Bayou Cane, Fletcher or fathers and the role fatherhood plays in our society. For a Chamber Connected! Technical Community College, Page Insurance Agency, Pedestal father, Father’s Day isn’t so much about taking the accolades Bank, Sam’s Club, South Louisiana Bank, Sport Clips, Synergy of a job well done (even though they may be well deserved!), Chamber Strong!

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H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 5 www.HoumaChamber.com Danos Adds Executive Leadership Thibodaux Regional Medical Center Plays Key Danos has appointed Daryl Rousse, a Role in Mass Casualty Drill 30-year industry veteran, as vice presi- Thibodaux Regional Medical Center is committed to dent of production services. The an- the safety of its patients and the region. The hospital nouncement comes after Danos’ recent has worked to improve its emergency preparedness acquisition of Shamrock Energy Solu- with detailed planning and continuous training through tions, where Rousse served as chief op- leading and participating in both internal and external erating officer for three years. disaster drills. Most recently, Thibodaux Regional par- “Daryl is an excellent addition to our ticipated in another regional full scale drill involving executive leadership team. His long- mass casualties on April 16. The drill was held in asso- standing oil and gas career brings valu- ciation with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) able insight to our organization and our Region 3, the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security production service line that has signifi- & Emergency Preparedness Region 3, first responders cantly increased in scale and complexity and other local and regional organizations. The large since the acquisition,” said owner Paul scale event originated in Terrebonne Parish. Mock Danos. Daryl Rousse victims were transported to local hospitals including Prior to joining Shamrock, Rousse Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. spent 26 years with Royal Dutch Shell, The purpose of the exercise was to evaluate the readi- eagerly participate in drills such as these to continu- where he worked as the Gulf of Mexico pipeline operations manager for 16 ness of key local and regional agencies, as well as hos- ously seek opportunities to improve,” Stock continued. years and later operations readiness and assurance lead for special projects. pitals for response and emergency operations, protec- “These activities also help to enhance the working -re Additionally, he held the positions of chief operating officer of Odyssey Pipe- tion of responder’s safety, and coordination of care and lationship and collaboration between the agencies and line Company and president of Ursa Pipeline Company. resources. organizations involved.” A native of Cut Off, Louisiana, Rousse’s first job was working summers in “Thibodaux Regional has a detailed emergency pre- “Thibodaux Regional is a great partner to work with high school and college at Danos. He and his wife Monica have two daugh- paredness plan that is activated during disasters,” said during these training exercises,” says Kim Beetz, LDH ters and reside in Houma. Thibodaux Regional Chief Executive Officer Greg Stock. Region 3 Administrative Designated Regional Coordi- “Hospital staff are well prepared and ready to act when nator. “We appreciate the leadership, dedication and an emergency situation arises and work to safeguard support that they continuously provide.” the safety of patients, visitors and staff.” “As a leader, we work together with other agencies and

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Golf Cart Sponsors Picture Sponsor Terrebonne General Medical Center Golf Towel Sponsors •Business First Bank • Eatel Business • Drink Cart Sponsors Thibodaux Regional Medical Center Alford & Associates Insurance Clubhouse Sponsors Services • Doug’s Service •Ameriprise Financial- Meyer Company • Technology Financial Group • Poke Geaux • Professionals/Techpro Senator Bret Allain- District 21• Steve Scalise, U.S. Congressman, 1st District of Flag Sponsors Louisiana •Cortec, LLC • Danos, LLC • Gordon Dove • Hebert Insurance Agency •Morris P. Exclusive Hole Sponsors Hebert Inc. • Occupational Medicine Acadian Total Security • Big Mike’s BBQ & Services, LLC • Off the Hook • The Smokehouse • Calhoun Vapor- Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana Bayou Cane • Fletcher Technical Community College • Page Insurance Tandem Hole Sponsors Agency • Pedestal Bank • Sam’s Club • Bourgeois Bennett, LLC CPAs • Brown & South Louisiana Bank • Sport Clips • Brown Insurance • Caldarera Synergy Bank • Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar Group- Insurance • Claudet Properties • Cox Media • Duplantis Design Group, P.C • First American Bank and Trust • Logan H. Food, Beverage & In-Kind Sponsors Babin, Inc. • M. Bergeron + Company, CPA’s, Atchafalaya Golf Course • Busy Bee LLC • Pitre Wealth Management Group • Clinic, LLC • Buquet Distributing Company, Stephanie Hebert Insurance Agency • Inc. • Coca-Cola United • Cypress Bayou Terrebonne Parish Assessor, Loney Grabert Casino & Hotel • Premier • Trapp Cadillac- Chevrolet, Inc. Catering & Events, Inc. - Grady V’s American Bistro • Raising Cane’s Chicken Media Sponsor Fingers • Safeworx Safety Solutions • The Courier Superior Ice Company, LLC

H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 7 www.HoumaChamber.com Cooper Life Find Fund donates Louisiana Board of Regents Grants Fund Three $13,000 to TGMC’s NICU Nicholls Projects Terrebonne Gen- Three Nicholls State University projects have been drone training eral Medical Center awarded nearly $800,000 in grants by the Louisiana Board in Louisiana (TGMC) is honored of Regents for the upcoming school year. and perhaps to receive a donation A collaborative effort between Nicholls Geomatics and the U.S. Con- for $13,000 from the Tulane received $687,509 for a project that will increase sultants also Cooper Life Fund. the capacity of both institutions to train faculty and stu- believed the The Super Cooper dents in conducting state-of-the-art coastal research using project would 5k was held March unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones, technologies. be a unique 23rd bringing the The Department of Mathematics was awarded $75,342 for opportunity cumulative donation a project that will upgrade two classrooms with furniture, to invest in to $169,000 over 13 technology and supplies that allow for math courses to be coastal defense. years. All proceeds taught using a mix of traditional approaches, collaborative “Over the years, the demand for high resolution and from the Super Coo- Diane Yeates, TGMC Chief Operating Officer, Remy learning and hands-on experiences. The Department of Art accurate spatial data has grown substantially both in the per 5K are donated Fontenot, Ridge Fontenot, John Fontenot, Mark Lee, received $17,584 to improve its ability to extract fumes public and private sector,” said Dr. Ramachandran. “The in- to The Foundation Cooper Fontenot, Ashley Fontenot and Catty Robich- from painting and printmaking labs. novation that is occurring in UAS (aka drone) technology is for TGMC to be used aux, Foundation for TGMC Coordinator. The grants, a total of $780,435, were awarded through revolutionizing the way spatial data is collected andana- to provide medical the Board of Regents Louisiana Education Quality Support lyzed in the surveying and mapping profession. Acquisition and social care needs Fund. Funds for their projects will be available June 1, with of state-of-the-art technology to the Geomatics program to the families of infants admitted to TGMC’s Neonatal Intensive Care anticipated fall 2019 implementation. will help prepare our students for graduate studies and the Unit (NICU) with serious medical conditions. “Nicholls aims to put all students on a path to a success- demand laid out by the emerging technical workforce.” John and Ashley Fontenot founded the Cooper Life Fund after their ful future and to support the Bayou Region with a skilled Assistant professor Dr. Heather Gamel’s proposal ranked son, Cooper Fontenot, was born with a congenital heart defect called workforce,” said Dr. Jay Clune, Nicholls president. “We No. 13 out of 132. The upgraded classrooms aim to help Transposition of the Great Vessels. Cooper spent many weeks in the hos- thank the state for its support through these grants, which students from across a broad range of majors that have a pital and endured several hours of open-heart surgery when he was only will support our students as they pursue their goals.” history of struggling with mathematics. nine days old. Cooper is alive and well today because of advanced medi- The drone proposal by Dr. Balaji Ramachandran, associate Out of 132 targeted projects submitted to the state, 21 cal care and extensive cardiovascular research. professor of geomatics, was one of three projects in the were funded and professor Ross Jahnke’s fume extraction comprehensive category, out of 23 submitted, to be funded. submission ranked No. 2. The project will upgrade the de- Consultants, who reviewed 23 other projects in the catego- partment’s equipment, which will help keep students and ry, believed the program could make Nicholls the leader of faculty safe. Member Milestones June Anniversaries

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H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 8 www.HoumaChamber.com TGMC Honors Katherine Porche, as Fletcher Receives Grant for Marine Diesel Program Fletcher has been awarded over $144,000 from the generation of technicians. In addition, the partnership the May Employee of the Month Louisiana Board of Regents. This grant will be used for with Lafourche Parish School System in offering this Terrebonne General Medical Cen- new simulators and other equipment for the Marine program will provide an opportunity for our local high ter (TGMC) honors Katherine Porche, Diesel program, as we embark on the new Marine Die- school students to learn and train on the best equip- as the May Employee of the Month. sel dual enrollment partnership with Lafourche Par- ment possible.” Porche a TGMC employee for over ten ish School District. Fletcher students enrolled in the Fletcher Technical Community College is commit- years works as a Registered Nurse in Marine Diesel program will also benefit from the new ted to providing a highly skilled workforce in the high- the Medical Surgical Department. equipment. demand, high-wage, and high-skilled jobs which are In an effort to recognize outstanding “Fletcher Technical Community College is grateful needed in the communities that we serve. employees, TGMC names an Employee to the Board of Regents for funding this grant oppor- To learn more about Fletcher’s Marine Diesel pro- of the Month. Employee of the Month tunity,” commented Fletcher Chancellor Dr. Kristine gram, visit http://www.fletcher.edu/programs/ma- recipients demonstrate outstanding Strickland. “With these funds, Fletcher will be able to rine-diesel-engine-technician/. and constant commitment to the well- purchase state-of-the-art equipment to train the next being of our patients, their extended families and staff. The Employee of the Month also makes it a priority to live SLCC Foundation Recognizes Hugh & Byrnes TGMC’s mission of providing excep- tional healthcare with compassion. Young Foundation as 2019 Benefactor of Year Porche consistently goes out of her The SLCC Foundation will honor the Hugh & Byrnes year than the Hugh & Byrnes Young Foundation,” said Young Foundation as its 2019 Benefactor of the Year Lana Fontenot, executive director of the SLCC Foun- way to demonstrate the values that Katherine Porche TGMC expects from its nurses. She during a ceremony at the college’s Young Memorial dation. “This year’s ceremony is much more than ex- makes it a point to help her colleagues Campus in Morgan City later this month. Moreover, pressing our gratitude for their investment into our when the going gets tough, mentor to the greater good of the communi- the College plans to recognize the H & B Young Foun- College; it is about celebrating their overall investment new nurses, and helps patients in ways ty.” dation’s widespread impact throughout the Morgan and decades-long support for this community.” that care for their individual personali- TGMC Employee of the Month nom- City and St. Mary Parish communities. The Foundation has supported the College for sev- ties and needs. inees are nominated internally based The Young Foundation has disbursed more than eral decades through funding for student scholarships, “Most nurses good deeds occur in on their commitment to the TGMC $17 million to its local community since 1999, with $5 program equipment and supplies, as well as donations a private setting and are never seen by mission and the ICARE Standards of million in funding and property to the SLCC campus in of land and property for SLCC’s expansion. The Col- others so the recognition feels good,” Behavior. Morgan City. It is estimated that the Young Founda- lege’s new Maritime and Petroleum Safety Training said Porche. “Working in a small town tion has invested another $10 million since its original Center, which opened in 2017, sits on five acres of wa- allows me to feel like I’m contributing establishment in 1955. terfront property donated by the Young Foundation. “I cannot think of a more deserving honoree this

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Hunter Poiencot (Aurora CBD & Hemp) educates the Business 2 Business attendees at the April Business 2 Pictured from left to right are Chamber CEO Nicol Blanchard, Dylan & Hunter Poiencot (Aurora CBD & Hemp) Business networking event. The next Business 2 Business will be a breakfast event in September. and Chamber board member LaDonna Cruse (Stephanie Hebert Insurance Agency) at the April Business 2 Business. Special thanks to Aurora CBD & Hemp for sponsoring the event!

Pictured are Chamber CEO Nicol Blanchard, Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin, Jennifer Armand (Bayou Com- Pictured are the Houma Area Convention & Visitors Bureau board members and Houma CVB Executive munity Foundation) and Chamber Chairman Chad Hebert (Safeworx Safety Solutions) at the April General Director Sondra Corbitt (Center) at the April Business After Hours. The visitors center can be visited at 114 Membership Luncheon. Thank you to Bayou Community Foundation for sponsoring the April luncheon! Tourist Drive in Gray!

Brenda Babin (Busy Clinic and Houma CVB board member) and Lawrence DeHart (The Good Samaritan Food Congratulations to Terrebonne Foundation for Academic Excellence for donating a lending library donated Bank) catch up at the April Business After Hours. by Synergy Bank and located at Hope Extreme, 437 Grand Caillou Rd., in Houma!

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Thank you to Exclusive Hole Sponsor, Page Insurance Agency! Pictured are Page Insurance owner and staff Pictured are Todd Bateau and Tiger Verdin at the 2019 Chamber Golf Classic. Special Thanks to Poké Geaux at the 2019 Chamber Golf Classic. for being a Clubhouse Sponsor!

Thank you to Chet Morrison for coming out with a team for the 11th Annual Chamber Classic! Ricky Murphy (Trapp Cadillac-Chevrolet, Inc.) participated in the 50/50 raffle at the 11th Annual Chamber Classic.

Thank you to Synergy Bank for being an Exclusive Hole Sponsor at the golf tournament! They provided an Jarod Voisin, Brad DeRoche, Matt Benoit, and Brent Roger take a break to pose at the 2019 Chamber Golf Italian grill and specialty drinks for players and volunteers. Classic.

H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 11 www.HoumaChamber.com Alumni Association Hosts Inaugural Graduation Bruch and Awards Ceremony Fletcher’s Alumni Asso- ciation hosted the Inaugu- ral Graduation Brunch and Awards Ceremony in the Fletcher Atrium on Saturday, Designed April 27. Fletcher Chancellor Dr. Kristine Strickland provided opening remarks, and with your was followed by guest speaker Juan Clara, 2016 Fletcher graduate - Drafting and Design family in mind. program. Mr. Clara currently serves as Vice President of the Alumni Association. Faculty and staff nominated students the 38 students Home +Life for awards in the following Fletcher’s Alumni Association officers are (left to right) W. Chandler Le- categories: Boeuf, Executive Director Institutional Advancement & Fletcher Foun- • Fletcher Outstanding dation; John Warren, Treasurer; Jeanne Morgan-Gernon, President; Veteran Service Award (recip- Juan Clara, Vice President; Alexis Knight, Secretary; Joy Lymous, Am- ients: Lorenz’a Savage-Sevin; bassador. Joy Lymous) • Fletcher Student Philan- thropy Award (recipients: Ja- • Fletcher Student Success ter their path, we are honored Protect what you’ve worked hard for. son Connor-Flores; Brook Per- Award (recipients: Sydney to have shared a small part of rilloux) Jenkins; Laura Andrews; Raini their journey and hopefully No matter where you live or what kind of • Fletcher Student Excel- Boudreaux; Lorraine Baker; have provided them with the lence Award (recipients: Ja- Alissa Andras; Brelynn Martin) tools to be successful in the home you have, Ican help you ﬁnd harri Guano; Jason Connor- • Fletcher Pride Award (re- future. We celebrate and rec- coverage that ﬁts your needs. Plus, Flores; Chance Lile; Megan cipients: Holly Bentel; Jessica ognize the accomplishments Authement; Hope Delatte; James; Salina Adams; Austin of the graduating class of 2019 Allstate TrueFit® Life Insurance could Ronda Crockett; Mallory Bour- Verdin; Eboni Casimir; Britney and celebrate the contribu- geois; James Dehart; Chase Barrios) tions they have made to both be customized to help pay off your Adams; Janthan Door; III; “The Alumni Brunch and Fletcher and our community.” Hunter Robichaux; Presley Wi- Awards ceremony was a won- The event concluded with mortgage so your loved ones have one ese; Craig Denison) derful event,” commented closing remarks and a toast • Fletcher Service Award Fletcher Chancellor Dr. Kris- from the Alumni Association less thing to worry about if you’re gone. (recipients: Connie Mon- tine Strickland. “There are President, Jeanne Morgan- ceaux; Lorenza Savage-Sevin; few days in the year that are Gernon, welcoming attendees Call me today. Kristen Belanger; JuanCarlos as special as those where we to the Alumni Association. If Primor; Brittany Candies; Pre- get to celebrate our students’ you would like to learn more sley Wiese; Joy Lymous) successes with them and their or connect with the Fletcher Stephanie Hebert • Fletcher Outstanding families. Many of our gradu- Alumni Association, please Student Worker (recipients: ating students will enter the email [email protected]. 985-868-1886 Victor Steele; Bethany John- workforce or transfer onto a son; Eboni Casimir) University setting and no mat- 854 Grand Caillou Road Houma [email protected] Raylan J. Alleman, CPA Houma -Thibodaux Personal Attention for your Business •Compilations and Reviews •Management Accounting and Consulting •Business TaxPlanning and Preparation •Individual TaxPlanning and Preparation •Estate TaxPlanning and Preparation Let me help you rest easy •SoftwareSupport knowing your family is protected. Locally Owned and Operated

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H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 12 www.HoumaChamber.com TGMC and CIS Announce Continued Partnership Nicholls Biology Students Awarded by

To continue offering the Room for non-surgical valve the most advanced medical Louisiana Academy of Sciences most advanced cardiac care replacement and abdominal imaging devices and the abil- Several Nicholls biol- “This is an indication that The conference was held to our community, Terre- aortic aneurysm stenting. ity to perform minimally-inva- ogy students were recently our students can easily com- on March 16 at Southern bonne General Medical Cen- In addition, more than 40 sive procedures in one loca- awarded for presentations pete with students at univer- University in Baton Rouge. ter (TGMC) and Cardiovascu- groundbreaking cardiac re- tion. given at the Louisiana Acad- sities around the state,” said Scientists from Louisiana are lar Institute of the South (CIS) search trials are available to “TGMC has a reputation for emy of Sciences annual meet- Dr. Quenton Fontenot, biol- invited to attend the annual have renewed their agree- qualifying patients of CIS, sub- providing world-class cardio- ing. ogy department head. “It is meeting and present their re- ment to jointly manage the sequently offering patients vascular care in partnership Award winners were Gab- important for our students to search. cardiac service line at TGMC. access to the latest devices with our dedicated CIS physi- by Gautreaux, a sophomore see first hand that the educa- Several Nicholls faculty TGMC and CIS have been and treatment options in the cians and for our life-saving from Gray, for her oral pre- tion and training they receive serve on the Louisiana Acad- long-standing partners for world. technology,” said Phyllis sentation in the science and at Nicholls is solid. This event emy of Sciences Executive more than 35 years, providing TGMC and CIS’s commit- Peoples, president and CEO. humanities undergraduate; also allows our students to Council: professor Dr. Gary the most innovative cardio- ment to high-quality patient “With the recommitment to Claire Pierce, a senior from begin building their own net- LaFleur, zoology; professor Dr. vascular diagnosis and treat- care is also evident through our long standing relation- Larose, for her oral presenta- work of fellow researchers, Jonathan Willis, botany; Alcee ment to patients in the Bayou the hospital’s designation as ship, our highly skilled physi- tion in undergraduate botany; which is a key to success.” Fortier Distinguished Service Region and beyond. By offer- Accredited Chest Pain Center cians and staff will be able to Chris Oubre, a senior from Goals of the Louisiana Prof. and John Brady Sr. and ing the highest-quality cardi- by the Society of Cardiovascu- continue providing patients Thibodaux, for his oral pre- Academy of Sciences in- John Brady Jr. Endowed Pro- ology techniques available, lar Patient Care (SCPC). TGMC the most advanced treatment sentation in environmental clude uniting the scientists fessor Dr. Raj Boopathy, en- the program has been inter- was also named Top 10% in options available and the science; Cameron Belding, a of Louisiana for the purpose vironmental sciences; Dean nationally-recognized and ac- the Nation by CareChex for highest quality technology.” senior from Thibodaux, for an of encouraging research and of Arts and Sciences, Alcee credited for its advancements cardiology expertise and -car “We take pride that we oral presentation in molecu- education in all branches of Fortier Distinguished Service in cardiovascular care. TGMC diac care in patient safety, an have grown into one of the lar and biomedical biology science, publishing and dis- Professor Dr. John Doucet, and CIS have pioneered the honor achieved through the largest and most comprehen- and microbiology; and Sarah seminating scientific mate- past President of the Acad- most advanced techniques team efforts by CIS and TGMC. sive cardiovascular programs Soorya, graduate student rial and being an active voice emy, science and humanities; and technology to treat coro- Moving forward, TGMC anywhere in the world,” said from Thibodaux, for a poster representing science in both and professor Christie Landry, nary and peripheral vascular and CIS have plans to expand David Konur, CEO at CIS. “Our presentation in the zoology higher education and K-12 in education. disease, some of which are to meet the growing needs of success would not be possible graduate category. Louisiana. available only at TGMC in this our community by introduc- without our physicians, our region, including cardiac abla- ing a cardiac surgical suite to team members and our part- tions to treat irregular heart- enhance the patient experi- ners.” beat and a Hybrid Operating ence. This suite will include Mother Teresa Women’s Giving Circle Grants $62,500 to Six Local Nonprofits The Mother Teresa Women’s Giving Circle, an OUTH OUISIANA INANCIAL ERVICES, LLC initiative launched in March 2019, is dedicated to bringing together a group of women to learn about the needs in our local diocese and community, and to raise awareness and funds for philanthropic giving. With over 100 members within its first few months of activity, the members of the Wom- en’s Giving Circle and Bishop Shelton Fabre announced on May 14, 2019 the presentation of $62,500 in grants to these local nonprofits, all with the direct intent of making a difference in Mother Teresa Women’s Giving Circle Steering Committee members include: Bonnie Brady Babin, the lives of women, children and families within Wanda Birdsall, Andree Casey, Ginny Corte, Rene the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux: Danos David, Charlotte Bollinger, Emelie Cheramie, • Crossroads Pregnancy Resources ($16,000 Mary Duplantis, Susan David, Brenda Riviere, Kelly to assist with the purchase of an ultrasound ma- Thibodaux and Amy Ponson. GROUP &INDIVIDUAL INSURANCE BENEFITS chine) • Individual and Family Assistance ($15,000 for family assistance needs) Medical •Disability•Life•Dental • MacDonell Children’s Services ($14,000 to assist with a new building for 18+ year olds exiting their system) • Catholic Community Center ($10,000 for their food bank, feminine resources and family as- COMMERCIAL sistance) • St. Lucy’s Child Development Center ($5,000 for teacher training and STEM resources) Property •Liability• Workers’Comp • Upside Downs ($2,500 to provide baskets to new parents of children with Down Sydrome) “The Mother Teresa Women’s Giving Circle is a way that women of all ages, all wealth capaci- ties, and all backgrounds are able to come together as one to learn about needs within the com- Not ADeposit •Not FDIC Insured munity, then make a direct impact in the lives of others,” said Amy Ponson, executive director of Not Insured by anyFederal Government Agency the Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana. “One of the projects that the members were able to Not Guaranteed by the Bank •May Go Down in Value help fund was for Crossroads Pregnancy Resource Center to help purchase an ultrasound machine for their clinic. It is very exciting to be part of the pro-life movement locally and for over 100 local women to come together and make this possible.” For more information about the Mother Teresa Women’s Giving Circle, please visit https:// 315 South Hollywood Rd •Houma, LA 70360 www.catholicfoundationsl.org/womens-giving-circle/. If interested in joining, please contact Amy www.slfsllc.com •985-851-4281 •1-888-488-2435 Ponson at (985) 850-3116, or [email protected].

H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 13 www.HoumaChamber.com Dr. Brenda Leroux Babin Announces Bid for State Senate Dr. Brenda Leroux Babin officially announced her candidacy for Louisiana State Senate District and 30 plus years as an educator in Terrebonne Parish Schools, at Nicholls State University, Loui- 20 in the 2019 primary at the Terrebonne Waterlife Museum. Dr. Babin said, “I am running for this siana State University and now at Fletcher Technical Community college where she teaches com- seat because I have Faith in Our People, Hope for Our Future, and a Love for Louisiana and Our puter science as an adjunct instructor. Bayou Region.” She plans to use her background in Coastal Science to ensure continued funding Dr Babin takes an active leadership role in service to the community. Currently, she is president for restoring our coast and protecting our homes, businesses, and our way of life. She also plans of the Keep Terrebonne Beautiful Board of Directors, where she organized the first-ever multi- to create hope for our schools by enacting legislation that will return respect to our teachers, our bayou cleanup for Terrebonne Parish. She also currently serves on the Houma Downtown De- schools, and our children. She wants to continue her work to preserve our way of life along the velopment Corporation, the Houma Travel and Visitors Board, and the Board of Directors of the bayous of Lafourche and Terrebonne. Girl Scouts Louisiana East. Dr. Babin is an active member of the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Senate District #20 straddles Lafourche Parish, Louisiana’s Cajun Bayou, and Terrebonne Parish, Commerce, a member of the Bayou Industrial Group, a member of the Mother Teresa Women’s Louisiana’s Bayou Country making it a true Bayou District. “I am planning to continue the success- Giving Circle, and the Loyal Knight of the Houma Elks Lodge #1193. She is an active member of ful leadership that this district has had in the past. When I first voted, we elected Leonard Chabert Annunziata Catholic Church where she serves as a lector. to this seat. That was followed by Marty Chabert, Dr. Mike Robichaux, Reggie Dupre, and now Retired teacher and a member of the #BabinForTheBayou team, Andrea Galliano said, “Dr. Senator Norby Chabert,” said Dr. Babin. Babin is very knowledgeable on coastal matters and cares deeply about public education.” Dr. After spending 8 years representing District 5 on the Terrebonne Parish School Board, Dr. Babin Babin wants to stay informed about the needs of the workers throughout the district, so she has wants to continue this service to the community in the state senate. Four years ago, she ran an im- put together an advisory team of oil field workers, educators, shrimpers, and lawyers to advise her pressive campaign finishing just shy of a runoff in a 3-way race for State House District #53 against throughout the campaign. Lenar Whitney and Tanner Magee. Dr. Babin chose the Terrebonne Waterlife Museum as the venue for this event because she Dr. Babin is a proud Nicholls graduate with degrees in English education and Curriculum and shares its mission to showcase and preserve the bayou lifestyle. By renting the facility we will help Instruction. She also has a Master’s degree in Ministry from Loyola University New Orleans. And to fund the continued work of the museum. Dr. Babin loves the bayou and is committed to preserv- she holds a Ph.D. in Oceanography and Coastal Science from Louisiana State University. ing our way of life. She is as comfortable in heels as she is in shrimp boots as she works to improve Currently, Dr. Babin owns and operates several businesses that all promote a happier and life for everyone in our community. That is why the committee has chosen “#BabinForTheBayou” healthier community. Busy Bee Clinic her computer training and support center provides work- as the campaign slogan and hashtag. Find out more about Dr. Babin’s campaign and what her plans force development as well as personal enrichment. Bee Cool Snowballs strives to promote Louisi- are once elected at www.BrendaLerouxBabin.com. ana culture while providing healthy treats and most recently she acquired the brand and lifestyle *This press release was member submitted. The Chamber does not endorse any candidates.* apparel business Bayou Strong. She spent 10 years monitoring the coast as IT Director at LUMCON Nicholls Ranked Safest University in Nicholls Alumni Federation Announces Louisiana By Security Resource 2019-2020 Board of Directors Nicholls State University has been ranked extra-curricular activity and a full list of athletic The Nicholls State Uni- Ledet (BS ‘84) and Courtney the board of directors. Elect- the safest campus in Louisiana by online secu- programs, and similar institutions struggle to versity Alumni Federation Hicks Richard (BIS ‘13). Grand ees will take over on July 1 rity resource, YourLocalSecurity.com. make lists such as this. is pleased to announce the Ordoyne (BIS ‘15, MEd ‘18) and will be officially installed Using data from the U.S. Department of Ed- “UPD maintains the foundations of commu- 2019-2020 Alumni Federation and Jennifer Smith (BA ‘09) by Dr. Jay Clune at the 2019 ucation’s Campus Safety and Security analysis nity policing, in that our officers are responsive board of directors and offi- are returning board members. Alumni Boil on April 27. and the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report, YourLo- to the particular needs of our university. We cers. New alumni chapter rep- Nicholls Director of Alumni calSecuirty.com looked at the main campuses use out of the box critical thinking skills for the Brooke Huddleston (BA ’95, resentatives are Adam Le- Affairs Katherine Gianelloni of public, private and non-profit colleges that solutions instead of the traditional policing,” MEd ‘98) has been elected as fort (BS ‘16) for the College Mabile said this year’s elec- offer two- and four-year degrees and have at Chief Jaccuzzo said. “We are regularly recog- president-elect, Kristen Du- of Business Administration tion saw the highest participa- least 5,000 students. A total of 435 schools met nized as a university with a low crime rate. It is mas Callais (BS ’10, MSW ’11) Alumni and Aldrian Smith (BS tion from active alumni with the criteria, and from there, factors to deter- because of the hard work from the as vice president, David Heltz ‘17) for the College of Educa- more than 450 votes cast. mine safety included hate crimes per enrolled men and women of UPD and because our (BS ‘84) as treasurer and Sheri tion and Behavioral Sciences “I am excited for the year students, violence against women per enrolled administration, faculty and students will not Haydel Eschete (BS ‘84) as alumni. Hillary Charpentier ahead. You can expect to see females, property crime per population and stand for certain behaviors on campus.” secretary. Archie Chaisson III (BS ‘15, MEd ‘17) returns as some great things from the violent crime per population. An online safety advocate, YourLocalSe- (BS ‘08) will serve as president the chapter representative for Nicholls Alumni Federation University Police Department Chief Craig Jac- cuirty.com promotes information to build and Paula Arcement Rome (BS the Chef John Folse Culinary because each board member cuzzo said one impressive factor is that Nicholls safer environments and provides local security ‘02, MBA ‘13) as past-presi- Institute alumni. brings something unique to is a four-year residential institution with every through ADT all across the country. dent. The Officers and Board of the table,” Mabile said. “I am New board members are Directors are elected by the looking forward to a success- Thad Angelloz (BA ‘03), Dr. membership of the Nicholls ful and productive year.” J. Robert Field (BS ‘88, MBA Alumni Federation. Chapter ‘91), Kevin George (BGS ‘96, representatives are elected by Neil Maki, MD, Awarded Orthpaedic BS ‘99, MA ‘03), Larry Howell each individual chapter. Chap- (BS ‘72), Dr. Marilyn Kilgen ters with more than 50 mem- Outstanding Alumnus Award (BA ‘66), Jennifer Hodnett bers have a voting seat on Dr. Neil Maki, Orthopaedic LSU Orthopaedic Department. excellence of orthopaedic sur- Surgeon with Thibodaux Re- According to Andy King, gery in Louisiana.” gional Orthopaedic Clinic, was MD, Past Chairman, Depart- Dr. Maki is board certified recently awarded the 2019 ment of Orthopaedic Surgery, in Orthopaedics and Sports Louisiana State University LSU –New Orleans, “Dr. Maki Medicine. He is also fellowship (LSU) Orthopaedic Outstand- has been a huge supporter trained in Hand and Upper Ex- ing Alumnus Award. This of academics, and his sup- tremity. He has practiced con- Submitting Your Articles for Member News award is presented annu- port has benefitted each of tinuously in Thibodaux since ally by the LSU Department the New Orleans orthopaedic 1980 with major contributions Our Member News section of the Focus is a ticles of 250 words or less may be submitted to of Orthopaedic Surgery-New training programs. He has a to the local, state and national great way for Chamber members to promote [email protected] by the 1st of each Orleans to an outstanding or- passion for the entire scope of medical communities. your event or project, and to announce special month for publication in the following month’s thopaedic alumni for past con- orthopaedics in general, and awards or certifications. Word Document ar- newsletter, space permitting. tributions and service to the the on-going progress and

H o u m a -T e r r e b o n n e C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e F o c u s / M a y 23, 2019 14 www.HoumaChamber.com Fletcher Receives Grant to Purchase Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) Award-winning Fletcher is excited to announce that grant funds recently re- Fletcher Chancellor Dr. Kristine Strickland. “Our goal is to con- ceived will assist in developing a Small Unmanned Aircraft Sys- tinue to be at the forefront of training for the jobs of the future. tems (UAS) training program. These efforts are supported by the diligent and progressive work Pest Control and Among the courses in this new program, is a ground and UAS of our team at Fletcher and the generosity of those who con- pilot instructional course, which will serve as a preparation for tinue to help us provide the best training possible in the latest the part 107 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot technological advancements.” Community Servants knowledge test. Course content includes, but is not limited to: For more information on the Small Unmanned Aircraft Sys- FAA regulations, weather, radio communications and navigation, tems program, contact Dr. Clint Coleman at clint.coleman@ safety, aerodynamics, airspace, and emergency procedures. The fletcher.edu. part 107 training program will be available as both a credit and a non-credit course. Non-credit courses will be available this sum- mer, with the full credit-based program release at a future date. “We are excited to have received this grant which will enable Fletcher to purchase a number of Small Unmanned Aircraft Sys- tems that will be used in training the next generation of students for the world of high-tech, STEM related careers,” commented Join Us! Lunch with the Pros Danos Awarded Major Thursday, June 12 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Permian Contract Courtyard by Marriott, 142 Library Drive Sponsored by: To be announced Danos has been awarded a Topic: “Business 101” significant contract across Categories: Human Resources presented by BAYOU SHRM, multiple services lines Insurance presented by South Louisiana Financial Services, with a Texas-based, inde- Legal presented by Watkins, Walker, Eroche & Hoychick Attorneys pendent exploration and at Law, Customer Service presented by owner of Fig Café and Bayou Bookkeeping & Business Consultants, LLC, and Advertising. production company. The Billy Foster Dan Foster project will leverage Danos’ Ready to learn four new business topics from a local professioinal Amelia Integrated Services over lunch? Join us as four Table Professionals presents a 15-minute Complex to fabricate piping educational session to each table during this new Chamber event. Dan Foster of Terminix Services in Houma and structural components Register now for one of only 36 seats available. which will then be shipped Admission is $20 per person with payment required in advance. was recently awarded the Paul K. Adams Award to the installation site in Deadline for reservations and cancellations is Thursday, June 6. Midland, Texas, for assem- Admission cost after the deadline is $25 per person. of Excellence by the Louisiana Pest Management bly and construction of a Association. Terminix of Houma was also central tank battery. Eric Danos “With this project, we BUSINESS AFTER have an opportunity to pro- awarded the 2014 Community Champion vide a turnkey solution for a valued customer,” said owner Eric Danos. “By fabricating the components in our Amelia, Louisiana, by the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber facility and shipping it to the Permian for assembly, we are able to best use our resources to meet our customer’s needs in man- H URS for the company’s aging all aspects of this project.” Networking at its best! volunteer contributions and The three-month project will utilize several of Danos’ service Business After-Hours is held each month for Chamber members and lines including fabrication, project management, construction, their employees to network and enjoy food, drinks and door prizes. commitment to Terrebonne automation, coatings and scaffolding. There is no attendance fee or registration required. “Our team’s ability to design and prefabricate the project Thursday, June 20 • 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Parish and the Bayou Region. material is particularly unique. It allows us to operate safer and Paisley Park Resale more efficiently while involving our teams in different geogra- 6861 West Park Avenue phies,” said Danos. Approximately 75 of Danos’ employees in both Louisiana and Texas will assist with completion of this project. Danos currently has 3,200 employees, making it one of the largest oil and gas GENERAL MEMBERSHIP service providers in the marketplace. Approximately 75 of Danos’ employees in both Louisiana and Texas will assist with completion of this project. Danos currently AdmissionLUNCHEON is $25 per Chamber member. Pre-registration deadline is Wednesday, June 19. Pest Control termite Prevention Home insulation has 3,200 employees, making it one of the largest oil and gas Admission is $30 after deadline and at the door, if space available. Admission for general public is $30. service providers in the marketplace. Register by calling the Chamber at (985) 876-5600 or email [email protected] Thursday, June 25 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Courtyard by Marriott, 142 Library Drie Speaker: Stephen Waguespack, LABI President 985-868-3920 www.terminix-houma.com

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