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Acadiana Veterans Hockey – Eric Iorio and Dani Francis – Where Camaraderie and Community Meet on the Ice
In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we shine a light on a unique community tucked away in South Louisiana: veterans who find healing, camaraderie, and fun on the ice rink. Our guests, Eric Iorio
Steve Raggio: Co-Owner of Bayou State Pawn and Author of “Heart Talking, Inspiring Poems for the Soul”
Steve Raggio, co-owner of Bayou State Pawn & Jewelry, joins Discover Lafayette to share the remarkable story of his dual life as a successful business owner and newly published poet. His book, Heart T
Jude David – Building Legacies Through Business, Stewardship, and Strategic Giving
On this episode of Discover Lafayette, we welcome Jude David, managing partner of Final Ascent, a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm that helps mid-market business ownerstypically with $5 million
Lafayette Regional Technology Council – Tech Leadership That’s Homegrown and Future-Focused
In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we dive into Lafayettes emerging role as a major player in the regional and national tech ecosystem with Ben Johnson and Marcus Brown of the newly formed Lafaye
The Late Robert Daigle – A Look Back at Why He Invested in Upper Lafayette
Robert Daigle on Why He Invested in Upper LafayetteOriginally recorded in October 2013 /Aired on Upper Lafayette On the Move This episode of Discover Lafayette takes us back to an insightful conver
Artmosphere Opens Up Under New Leadership – Meet Justin Bennett and his Booking Agent and Sound Engineer, Moose Harris
Discover Lafayette welcomes Justin Bennett, the new owner of Artmosphere, and Anthony Danielsknown to many as Moose Harriswho serves as booking agent and sound engineer for the venue. Moose Harr
Celebrating 25 Years of Miles Perret Cancer Services
In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we honor the 25th anniversary of Miles Perret Cancer Services, a nonprofit that has supported more than 27,000 families in Acadiana over the years facing the cha
John Munsell, Author of “Ingrain AI: Strategy Through Execution
John Munsell, CEO of Bizzuka, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss his newly released book, Ingrain AI: Strategy Through Execution, which offers a practical guide for businesses looking to embed AI int
Lafayette Travel: Celebrating 20 Years of Eat Lafayette & the Culinary Culture of Acadiana
Discover Lafayette welcomes Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission's CEO Ben Berthelot and Jesse Guidry, Vice President of Communications, two of the most passionate advocates for Lafayettes cult
LFT Fiber’s Michael Soileau and Scott Prather
Michael Soileau and Scott Prather of LFT Fiber: Bringing Community-Owned Connectivity to Lafayette and Beyond This episode of Discover Lafayette features Michael Soileau, Director of LFT Fiber (for