“My Number 1 priority was not leasing my building. I didn’t want my power in business to be held in someone else’s hands. This was also the recommendation of the Louisiana Small Business Administration to me as I looked at securing my future: ‘You need to own the building!’ So I tell others: Own the […]
Hammy Davis – Special Replay from 2018 – Honoring Our Dear Friend Who Worked to Better Quality of Life for All
R. Hamilton Davis, known to everyone as “Hammy,” came from a large family with deep roots in Lafayette. In this special replay of our interview in 2018, Hammy shared his love of his family and community. With a heart for working effectively in programs that directly improve the lives of those less fortunate than himself, Hammy spoke highly in this interview about Catholic […]
Caroline Trahan – Founder/Owner of VibraFit
Our guest is Caroline Trahan, founder and owner/operator of VibraFit. Caroline is a Corrective Exercise Specialist specializing in senior and women’s fitness. She brings a melded version of fitness, movement, and vibration platforms to our community. Caroline has been a personal trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine and is a certified yoga instructor. […]
Aileen Bennett – Author of A Little Book About Fire
Our guest is Aileen Bennett, author of the newly published book, “A Little Book About Fire.” A native of Essex, England, Aileen has lived in Lafayette for twenty years and recently became a U.S. citizen. Aileen is an illustrator, author, designer, painter, and writer, She has written the BE YOU column highlighting local outstanding citizens […]
Bailey Bobbitt – Co-Founder of American Petrolog and Former Professional Boxer
Bailey Bobbitt, Vice-President and founding member of American Petrolog joins Discover Lafayette to share his story of entrepreneurship. American Petrolog’s focus of providing safe transportation and world-class customer service has made the company an industry-recognized leading provider of logistics services to the chemical industry. The interesting thing about Bailey Bobbitt was that he was also […]