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This year’s EXCEL Class found themselves immersed into Economic Development for their 4th session of the 2018 program! The class was greeted by Katie Chiasson, Senior Business Developer for Cleco and the founder of Leadership EXCEL upon arriving at the Cleco – ULL Alternative Energy Center, a facility conducting research on natural waste products, likeRead more

Leadership EXCEL’s 24th class attended this year’s third session on Wednesday, March 21st, focusing on Education & Workforce Development. The morning portion began at James Ward Elementary, where Pre-K through 2nd grade demonstrated their “Leader In Me” Program, which allows children to make decisions and set goals on what they want to accomplish throughout theRead more

The 24th class of the Leadership EXCEL program kicked off a new year with a two-day retreat held at the First United Methodist Church of Crowley on Thursday, January 18th & Friday, January 19th. Twenty participants from the parishes of Acadia and Jeff Davis were previously chosen to participate in the year-long program. Advisory BoardRead more

Leadership EXCEL, a joint program between the Crowley and Jeff Davis Chambers of Commerce, is pleased to announce the members of the 2018 Class. The selected participants represent a cross section of the community’s business, civic, and non-profit sectors. Leadership EXCEL was established to prepare a diverse group of professionals for leadership positions in theRead more

The Leadership EXCEL Advisory Board is pleased to announce the conclusion of their 2017 year.  The 23rd Graduating Leadership EXCEL Class met at Crowley City Hall on Wednesday, November 15 for a reception and graduation ceremony. The evening began with an informal reception prior to the graduation where graduates, sponsors, and families of the graduates wereRead more