Bossier has seen a population increase for the past decade and along with low cost of living, good schools and a safe community, one reason for the growth is quality jobs. The Shreveport-Bossier metropolitan statistical area (MSA) gained 300 jobs at the end of 2017 according to data from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics. That’s good news for people …
Bossier is home to a growing population of young people doing amazing things. Meet one of the millennials who will soon be taking up a leadership role in the community. This month’s millennial pro is Josh Robinson, vice president of marketing and hotel operations for Margaritaville Resort Casino. 1. Why do you do what you do? I do it because …
It’s Beer Thirty on the latest episode of Like a Boss as host, and publisher of Shreveport-Bossier’s business publication BIZ., Sean Green is joined by Flying Heart Brewing Co-owner Ben Hart. Started by entrepreneuring couples Ben and his wife Leah and Ben and Elizabeth Pattillo, Flying Heart grew from home brewers into a tap room and brewery in 2014. The …
Bossier is home to many unique young professionals who are already taking leadership roles or are preparing themselves to be the future of the community. Let’s meet one of these millennials! Allison Judge is a 22-year old Louisiana Tech student working on a Computer Information Systems degree. A member of a military family, Allison has moved all over, including Alaska …
A recurring theme among Bossier business leaders is that Bossier is growing and one of those areas seeing growth is rooftops popping up all over the parish. That’s why the November edition of Like a Boss is sitting down with local developer Matt Locke, owner of Locke Homes. Sean Green, host, and publisher of NWLA’s only business publication BIZ., asks …
Bossier is filled with businesses that have decades of history behind them. Formed by family members and carried on as traditions, growing into institutions over time, or meeting needs and evolving with the times — these businesses below have at least 30 years under their belts. Let’s look at what their history and see what secrets they can reveal to …
Bossier City is strongly linked with quality education. From overall A grades for its public schools and a community college dedicated to meeting workforce needs to fostering STEM education for its burgeoning tech industry, it’s no surprise that intelligence is a priority for the city. But is it one of the smartest cities in Louisiana? A new study says, “Yes”. …
Bossier is a city and parish that are growing and evolving constantly. As the area and its leaders seeks to maintain their standard of being forward-thinking and progressive, there are several resources available to promote the area to future, and current, residents. One of these is the Greater Bossier Economic Development Foundation and its Annual Report. Available for free at …
Valveworks USA is a major economic player in Bossier Parish and regular contributor to the community. The manufacturer and distributor of oil and gas service products is especially committed to growing the labor force at home. In fact, earlier this year, Valveworks expanded its partnership with Bossier Parish Community College by donating $100,000 over a four-year period. The donation will …
Bossier is home to all types of young professionals who are on their way towards or already leading Bossier Parish into the future. To help you get to know the who’s who of tomorrow, let’s meet some of Bossier’s young talent. This month’s Millennial Pro is Heath Buckmaster. She lives in Haughton and works in Bossier City. She is an …
