Annual Report

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (FranU): 100-year legacy of faith, education and service

A lot has changed in the past century—and Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is no exception. From medical advances and new technologies to...

Five-S Group diversifies its portfolio, grows stronger in changing industrial market

Five-S Group is defined by its people. Any customer will tell you that they’re an honest, experienced, forward-thinking, professional and hard-working group. Team members...

EBRPSS Focus Choice Programs: Building a strong workforce for Baton Rouge’s future

To help prepare students for the area’s workforce demands, East Baton Rouge Parish School System (EBRPSS) has implemented two programs specifically focused on current...

East Baton Rouge Parish Library: Library is a ‘hotspot’ for digital training and resources

Through an expansive collection of digital and physical content, engaging programming, and professional support services, the East Baton Rouge Parish Library provides critical information...

City Group Hospitality: A culture of quality and service

“Last year was about nurturing the power of our people to make a difference for our guests, and a focused strategy on defining our...

Century Rehabilitation: Making clients and employees feel valued

For Founder and President Richard Pellerin, Century Rehabilitation’s success can be summed up in one word—relationships. AT A GLANCE Top executives: Richard Pellerin, President; Tammy Tuminaro,...

Career Competitor: Showing professionals what they’re capable of achieving

Through private and group executive coaching, workshops, and keynote speaking, Career Competitor helps companies and individuals realize their potential and optimize their growth. AT A...

CATS: Moving Baton Rouge forward, one commuter at a time

In the past year, Capital Area Transit System (CATS) has seen a multitude of changes while providing 1.2 million rides to those in the...

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo: Connecting people with the natural world

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo has provided engaging and educational experiences that connect people with wildlife and the natural world since 1970. With a multimillion-dollar,...

Block Companies: Success based on talent and teamwork

Jason Keller started his construction company in 2005 with a job-site trailer for an office and a passion for the business of building. AT A...

Making a positive impact on the communities they serve

As an external auditor, Jeremy Aydell had the opportunity to work with many businesses. The experience opened his eyes to the benefits of being...

APEX Technologies: Checking all the boxes

Cyber criminals typically only want one thing from a business—to lock up their network and hold it for ransom. When that happens, payouts can...

Gulf Coast Office Products: A catalyst for others’ success

To combat the disruption of today’s marketplace, businesses find solutions at Gulf Coast Office Products, a 45-year-old company with locations in Baton Rouge, New...

Global Data Systems: Top-of-game performance in an ever-changing landscape

  Global Data Systems was there from the beginning. Chuck Vincent founded the company in his garage in 1987, building PCs during the early days...

Visit Baton Rouge: Promoting the best of BR to visitors and locals alike

  Paul Arrigo is proud of what Visit Baton Rouge has accomplished in its 50 years of existence: drawing attention to tourism offerings, pitching the...

VGraham: A trusted partner in forecasting and CFO outsourcing

Marking a decade in business, Baton Rouge-based VGraham is a boutique financial management firm that provides outsourced CFO and controllership services to small and...

Transformyx: Delivering innovative technology solutions

With over 35 years of business in the Louisiana IT market, Transformyx is no stranger to adaptation and growth. The technology needs (and capabilities)...

Spectrum Employee Services: An integrated, technology-based approach to HR management

  For more than two decades, Spectrum Employee Services has provided critical human resource management services to businesses of all sizes and across all sectors. AT...

SERVPRO: Company gains foothold as a top franchise

  No matter what’s come their way over the last 25 years, SERVPRO of East Baton Rouge has stood unflinchingly by their Baton Rouge and...

Reliance OneScape: The grass is greener…

With clients across Greater Baton Rouge, Reliance OneScape is a full-service landscape design and maintenance company with a hands-on commitment to quality. The Port...