In this episode of Local Leaders, Jim Chapman discusses personal branding, highlighting the importance of defining one's purpose, values, and unique value proposition.  Jim emphasizes crafting a compelling narrative with personal stories and maintaining a strong online presence and stresses the significance of networking, delivering value, and adapting to feedback to enhance one's personal brand authentically and with integrity.  Through practical tips and insights, He guides listeners and viewers on building a successful personal brand in today's digital age.  #personalbranding ..read more

Livingston Parish Government Officials discuss the plans related to the millages residents pay on the property tax statements and their plans related to if they will roll back the millage ahead of a major increase in assessments for Livingston Parish Residents. Timestamps 00:00 Opening Remarks 11:53 Livingston Parish Assessor's Office (Jeff Taylor) 26:00 Livingston Parish Council 39:00 Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office (Jason Ard) 58:00 Livingston Parish School Board 1:06:00 Livingston Parish Library 1:21:00 Livingston Parish Fire Districts 1:41:54 Town of Livingston ( JT Taylor Livingston Ma ..read more

Dr. Cheryl Jean shares her journey of establishing Therapeutic Wellness, focusing on John Barnes myofascial release therapy. She discusses the importance of myofascia in the body's movement, emphasizing the need for therapy due to everyday traumas and stresses.  Cheryl's therapy addresses physical pain and emotional distress, showcasing its transformative impact in healing.  In this edition of Local Leaders the Podcast Jim Chapman sits down with Cheryl Jeane as they explore using Myofascia release therapy to help with PTSD, fibromyalgia as well as the holistic wellness approach of m ..read more

Delia Taylor is our guest today on Local Leaders podcast and discusses the development of the Livingston Executive Airport, highlighting its history, site selection process, and economic potential. Delia Taylor emphasizes the airport's benefits for job creation, local economy, and educational opportunities in the aviation industry and underscore the economic prospects and clean industry advantages the airport will bring to Livingston Parish, detailing the construction timeline and project phases. This exciting project is covered in depth on this episode of Local Leaders and we are excited this ..read more

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In this episode of Local Leaders podcast, Toby Massengal, joins the show and shares his journey from starting a small landscape business to becoming an EOS Implementer. Toby's story begins with a trip to Greece at 21 years old, leading him to join his father's landscape business. Over time, Toby grew the business into a successful venture, which included landing a significant commercial project - the Mall of Louisiana.  Toby highlights his frustration with managing the organization one piece at a time. He shares his decision to sell the business due to various challenges and personal even ..read more

Congressman Garret Graves, representing Louisiana's 6th District, joins Local Leaders: The Podcast host Jim Chapman in an insightful rare longform interview. Chapman goes in depth with the U.S. Congressman for nearly an hour starting with his decision to run for office in 2014, including the challenges Congressman Graves faced in the runoff battle against former Governor Edwin Edwards. The focus then shifts to the flood of 2016 that devestated much of Congressman Graves 6th district. Graves goes into detail on the fight for funding, the fight to hold FEMA accountable for their “lackluster” r ..read more

In this podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Nicole Williams of Louisiana Voice and Swallow Solutions. Nicole shared insights about her business, her background, and her passion for helping people with speech and swallowing issues. She discussed the services she offers, such as mobile fees, treatment for patients with dementia, strokes, and other conditions requiring speech therapy. Nicole also shared personal details about her life, including her love for rescue dogs, baking, and crocheting. She described her journey of opening her own business in November 2020, driven by a ..read more

Mikayla Milligan, owner of Beauty Bar Spa and Boutique, discusses her entrepreneurial journey in the beauty industry on the Local Leaders podcast. Mikayla's dedication to skincare and confidence-boosting services like facials are highlighted, with a focus on the business's grand opening in 2023 and unique treatments offered. The conversation covers waxing, inclusive practices, personalized skincare solutions, and LED light therapy. We also discuss red and blue light therapy benefits, facials tailored to different skin types, spray tans, lashes, and lash extensions. The episode also touches on ..read more

From Andi Lynn's "About Me" Page.  You’ve probably heard “you are what you eat.” At Andi Lynn’s, we make the highest quality herbal remedies that are steeped in tradition and backed by science. We source premium, organic, whole plant ingredients, from global farmer co-ops and blend them by hand in small batches in our FDA kitchen in the USA.  Our remedies are high potency and third party tested. Since 2011, I’ve been dedicated to perfecting these formulas to create products that improve the wellness opportunities for families all across the globe by providing targeted and effective h ..read more