Women in Business

Are leaders born, or are leaders created? The best leaders most re leaders born, or are leaders created? The best leaders most definitely have both - they have good instincts and work hard at what definitely have both - they have good instincts and work hard at what they do. This is especially evident in business. Business is the driving they do. This is especially evident in business. Business is the driving force behind our economy, and small business is unquestionably the force behind our economy, and small business is unquestionably the backbone of our economy. Great leaders of business find a balance between backbone of our economy. Great leaders of business find a balance between confidence, commitment, and ambition. These leaders help shape the world we live in. Women are expanding their roles as leaders in business and are making live in. Women are expanding their roles as leaders in business and are making great strides in the world of business, as well as other professions. This year’s Women in Business section spotlights the achievements and passions of some of Women in Business section spotlights the achievements and passions of some of our top professional women in the Shreveport-Bossier City area. Meet this year’s our top professional women in the Shreveport-Bossier City area. Meet this year’s ambitious group of Women in Business. ambitious group of Women in Business.

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YOUR AESTHETIC DESTINATION

The love of all things skincare lead to the creation of Shreveport’s hottest destination for all things aesthetic, 8445 Med Spa. “We want to provide state of the art skin care in a chic setting,” says owner, Susanna Cage Van Norman. And while 8445 Med Spa certainly brings high-end glam to the Shreveport spa scene, forming authentic relationships that last and helping clients be their best selves, is at the heart of what Susanna and her team do. Susanna has a team of aesthetic experts who take a personal approach towards your beauty enhancement needs. “We combine progressive techniques with the best products available in order to create a custom experience for our clients,” said Susanna. The expertise of team members, Taylor Colvin, a nurse practitioner and lead injector, and lead medical aesthetician, Mari Lou Sharp, offer high-end dermatological treatments in a lush boutique environment. They are passionate about skin care and helping you achieve your ultimate skin goals. Susanna shares, “We see teenagers struggling with acne, younger women wanting to enhance their natural beauty and clients in their aging prime who are looking to rejuvenate their skin and reclaim their glow. For our new clients, we recommend starting with a facial. This thorough cleaning in our relaxing, two-room spa environment is something anyone can appreciate, and they’ll definitely want to come back for more.” Our most popular offerings are BOTOX® injections, fillers, facials, lash lifts and microblading – a semi-permanent way to enhance your brows by placing pigment in natural-looking hair

strokes. Microblading is especially effective for more mature clients looking to fill in sparse patches on their brows. And while many spas offer fillers, you’ve got to go to professionals who know what they are doing to ensure that you get a natural-looking end result. authentic relationships that last and helping clients be their best That’s why our clients come to us. We are excited to offer laser and skin tightening services. Diolaze XL for hair removal, achieve the smooth The expertise of team members, Taylor Colvin, a nurse prac and soft skin that you’ve always wanted with the new champion of laser hair removal. Lumecca is the most powerful intense pulsed light to treat pigmentboutique environment. They are passionate about skin care and ed and vascular spots, clients see amazing results. Morpheus8 is fractional skin treatment that stimulates collagen production of the underlying layers of the dermis. By targeting the deeper laySusanna shares, “We see teenagers struggling with acne, young ers of the skin, tissues of the body can be remodeled to reveal a more radiant youthful appearance.” Susanna recommends, “Invest in your skin! It’s one of the most important aspects of who we are, and most people spend very little time taking proper care of it. The good news? It’s never too late to start. We are happy to join people wherever they are in their skin care journey and hope to form a lasting relationship as their aesthetic advisor and advocate.” hance your brows by placing pigment in natural-looking hair 8445 Line Ave Suite 200, Shreveport, LA • (318) 553-5800 8445medicalspa.com

strokes. Microblading is especially effective for more mature clients looking to fill in sparse patches on their brows. And while many spas offer fillers, you’ve got to go to professionals who know what they are doing to ensure that you get a natural-looking end result. That’s why our clients come to us. We are excited to offer laser and skin tightening services. Diolaze XL for hair removal, achieve the smooth and soft skin that you’ve always wanted with the new champion of laser hair removal. Lumecca is the most powerful intense pulsed light to treat pigmented and vascular spots, clients see amazing results. Morpheus8 is fractional skin treatment that stimulates collagen production of the underlying layers of the dermis. By targeting the deeper layers of the skin, tissues of the body can be remodeled to reveal a more radiant youthful appearance.” Susanna recommends, “Invest in your skin! It’s one of the most important aspects of who we are, and most people spend very little time taking proper care of it. The good news? It’s never too late to start. We are happy to join people wherever they are in their skin care journey and hope to form a lasting relationship as their aesthetic advisor and advocate.”

8445 Line Ave Suite 200, Shreveport, LA • (318) 553-5800 8445medicalspa.com

Audrius is a native of Shreveport, Louisiana. Af Audrius is a native of Shreveport, Louisiana. After spending nine years in Baton Rouge to attend school, returning home to Shreveport in 2016 was school, returning home to Shreveport in 2016 was an easy decision. A two-time alum of the South an easy decision. A two-time alum of the Southern University System, Audrius received her B.S. from Southern University A&M in 2011 and her Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center in 2015. It was during her time at SULC that her vol 2015. It was during her time at SULC that her volunteerism with various community organizations unteerism with various community organizations and events solidified her passion for assisting the and events solidified her passion for assisting the disadvantaged in any way she could. After her return to Shreveport, Audrius spent time After her return to Shreveport, Audrius spent time as a legal assistant before finally taking the plunge and sitting for, and passing, the Feb 2018 bar exam (just seven weeks after giving birth). She later went (just seven weeks after giving birth). She later went on to serve as Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable on to serve as Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Erin Leigh Waddell Garrett in the First JDC. Currently, Audrius is a solo practitioner who enjoys volunteering and working in her church community and the Shreveport Bar Association. She is also a ty and the Shreveport Bar Association. She is also a Mock Trial Coach at Caddo Magnet High and regularly volunteers with the Shreveport Bar Founda-larly volunteers with the Shreveport Bar Foundation's Pro Bono Project. Audrius has always had an interest in how the legal system works. As she grew older and learned more and more about what each part does, she knew she and more about what each part does, she knew she wanted to be an attorney, but she thought her passion would be on the legislative end. It was not until she interned with Family Court that Audrius discovered her passion for family law. While interning with Family Court, the judge she worked for re with Family Court, the judge she worked for required her to go through each record before court and write down the children’s names, ages, and any and write down the children’s names, ages, and any information she could find about hobbies or ex information she could find about hobbies or extracurriculars. The task seemed tedious until she tracurriculars. The task seemed tedious until she started to see herself in the kids listed. When she started to see herself in the kids listed. When she completed her task, Audrius asked the judge how she would use the list. She explained that she likes she would use the list. She explained that she likes to keep the lists to refocus the attention on the chil to keep the lists to refocus the attention on the children and their best interests. The list was a reminder that the kids were people, not pawns. That stuck er that the kids were people, not pawns. That stuck with Audrius and forever changed her view of fami with Audrius and forever changed her view of family law, which molded her passion. Last year Audrius was selected as a member of Southern University System’s 40 under Forty - Cohort Trois, named in SB Magazine’s “Best Of” edi hort Trois, named in SB Magazine’s “Best Of” edition, and received Top Attorney recognition. Audrius is wife to Trenton Reed and a mother of two rambunctious toddlers, Hunter and Harper. Her hobbies include spending time with family and hobbies include spending time with family and friends, shopping, reading, and traveling.

Family Law Attorney (318) 606-2234 631 Milam Street, Suite 105, Shreveport, LA

3730 YOUREE DRIVE • 318-861-4247

WE ARE SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR BEAUTY

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Front Row: Missy Fussell CEO, Jodie Shuff COO, Amy Randall Front Row: Missy Fussell CEO, Jodie Shuff COO, Amy Randall Back Row: Holli Bowman, Amanda Speckman, Rona Rayner, Jim Lee, Morgan Bruce, Katie Dunkleman, Lisa Andress, Amanda Phillips (not pictured) Back Row: Holli Bowman, Amanda Speckman, Rona Rayner, Jim Lee, Morgan Bruce, Katie Dunkleman, Lisa Andress, Amanda Phillips (not pictured)

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CFO PROSOLUTIONS IS GROWING!

Two of the top QuickBooks ProAdvisors in the ShreveportBossier City area, Missy Fussell of CFO ProSolutions and Jodie Shuff of SCG Accounting Solutions, are combining their expertise to bring you the most experienced team in the region. This strategic partnership brings together more than 50 years of expertise in QuickBooks implementation, integration, and business processes. The combined experience and staff further strengthen CFO ProSolutions’ mission to provide each client with personal attention and service in a timely manner. In addition, SCG Accounting Solutions is an Advanced QuickBooks Solution Provider extending CFO ProSolutions’ capabilities to offer preferred pricing on all Intuit QuickBooks products and solutions. “Our primary goal as trusted advisors is to be available and to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make informed financial decisions. Our team’s responsiveness to clients is one of the attributes that makes CFO ProSolutions successful,” said Missy.

Over the years, collaboration on special projects developed a natural synergy that made this an easy decision for the two business owners. Jodie affirmed this by saying, “We are really excited about the opportunities this creates. We’ve built an incredible relationship over the years, and it just makes sense.” CFO ProSolutions specializes in QuickBooks advisory services, bookkeeping, payroll services, and business Two of the top QuickBooks ProAdvisors in the Shreveport- consulting for small to mid-sized businesses interested in growing their business through sound financial management. Having trained eyes on your finances can bring considerable peace of mind as well as the confidence needed to make This strategic partnership brings together more than 50 years intelligent financial decisions. ProSolutions’ capabilities to offer preferred pricing on all to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make clients is one of the attributes that makes CFO ProSolutions Over the years, collaboration on special projects developed a natural synergy that made this an easy decision for the two business owners. Jodie affirmed this by saying, “We are really excited about the opportunities this creates. We’ve built an incredible relationship over the years, and it just makes sense.” CFO ProSolutions specializes in QuickBooks advisory services, bookkeeping, payroll services, and business consulting for small to mid-sized businesses interested in growing their business through sound financial management. Having trained eyes on your finances can bring considerable peace of mind as well as the confidence needed to make intelligent financial decisions.

405 Ashley Ridge Blvd. 405 Ashley Ridge Blvd. Shreveport, LA 71106 Shreveport, LA 71106 318.629.6266 318.629.6266 www.shreveportcfo.com www.shreveportcfo.com

CINDER’ELLA IN DISGUISE

The best day of the week? Cleaning Day, of course! Nothing makes you happier than coming into a spotless happier than coming into a spotless house or business. If you have a cleaning lady, you can quickly agree. If you do not, Hire ME! Organizing, decluttering, basic or deep cleans for residential and commercial, move-in/ out cleans, post-construction sweeps, short-term rental turnover, and last but not least, LAUNDRY are all things that we offer. We have been told repeatedly that it is the little things like using edly that it is the little things like using eco-friendly products for those with allergies, offering customizable plans and flexible scheduling, and providing special touches unique to Cinder’Ella in Disguise that keep our clients repeatedly booking. We love what we do, and I am proud that we are known for going above and beyond what other cleaning services may not do. My crew is hands down the best around, and I credit them for helping me get where I am today. Each employee is not only I am today. Each employee is not only personally trained by me but must also successfully complete a rigorous certification course in both Residential and Commercial Cleaning. My company is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are founding members of the American House Cleaners Association, in which we also hold certifications for Covid 19 Infectious Diseases Cleaning and Professional House Cleaning, as well as Residential and Commercial Cleaning Certifications from NSA. Some of our favorite things to do are investing our favorite things to do are investing in our community each month by offering a family in need a FREE clean, donating to local schools and sports organizations, and volunteering. As you can see, we mean serious business when it comes to cleaning. Don’t hesitate to reach out and let my crew take care of you!

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The illustrious Jacqueline Scott is the founder and The illustrious Jacqueline Scott is the founder and CEO of Jacqueline Scott and Associates, APLC; Attorney at Law; owner of Exclusive Concierge Lim-torney at Law; owner of Exclusive Concierge Limousine Service, and Judge on her reality show ousine Service, and Judge on her reality show Cajun Court TV. Scott meticulously selects cases and relentlessly fights for justice one case at a time. Scott’s firm lessly fights for justice one case at a time. Scott’s firm handles cases involving personal injury, 18-wheeler and commercial truck accidents, oil field injury, with the theme “Make ‘Em Pay.” Scott’s criminal de-with the theme “Make ‘Em Pay.” Scott’s criminal defense theme for clearing records and expungements is called “Scott Free.” The theme for her Cajun Court Reality show is “Do the Right Thing.” Scott’s peers call her the Bionic Lawyer. One lawyer specifically named her “Jackie of all trades.” Whether it’s fighting for justice, cooking, sewing, tennis, or putting a 1000-piece puzzle together, Scott is always at the top of her game. Scott is a beast of a worker and her Christian faith guides her actions. Scott is a trailblazer for women and often reminds the guys never to underestimate the power of a woman. She is adamant about empowering women to know She is adamant about empowering women to know their strength. Scott is a mentor and empowerment their strength. Scott is a mentor and empowerment speaker at schools, churches, and other organizations. Moreover, Scott has mentored and consoled children who have lost their parents to violence. She has also donated clothes to Dress for Success and has funded many organizations. Scott has been the benefactor of many organizations. Scott has been the benefactor of many community awards in Shreveport. Most recently, Scott was named 2021 Social Circle Lawyer of the ly, Scott was named 2021 Social Circle Lawyer of the year. In addition, Scott made history as the first Af-year. In addition, Scott made history as the first African American woman from Shreveport to serve on the Louisiana State Ethics board. Scott also served on the Louisiana State Ethics board. Scott also served on the LSU/Ochsner Board and is the 1st female Bond Lawyer in Shreveport. Scott’s advice to young business owners is to start Scott’s advice to young business owners is to start each day with a prayer and try to be a blessing. Seek each day with a prayer and try to be a blessing. Seek and expand your knowledge in your work industry with profound commitment. Never forget your ultimate purpose because nothing else really mat-ultimate purpose because nothing else really matters. Maintain good mental health and pace yourself. Don’t cheat or steal; honesty is the best policy. Always be positive. Respect those who have paved the way, especially senior influences. Be grateful and thankful for each experience, whether you think it is good or for each experience, whether you think it is good or bad. Try to take nothing or anyone for granted. Show bad. Try to take nothing or anyone for granted. Show your appreciation by giving back to your communi-your appreciation by giving back to your community and to the people who love you. Save your money ty and to the people who love you. Save your money for “rainy days.” Count your blessings to the Glory of God, blessings to the Glory of God, and you will have the success and you will have the success that surpasses understanding. Jackie is blessed to have a daughter Lawryn Scott, a 2021 graduate of LSU.

Offices in Shreveport/Bossier Phone: 318-230-7016 jacquelinescottlaw.com

SB MAGAZINE TOP ATTORNEYS 2003 TO PRESENT

JOLIE BLONDE GIFTS

I always dreamed of owning a gift shop. It all started when we gift shop. It all started when we were opening our 2nd location for Novus Glass in the Wallace Lake area. I realized this would be the perfect location for a gift be the perfect location for a gift shop because there were no stores on that side of town. Fi-stores on that side of town. Finally, my dream became a reality when we opened Jolie Blonde in 2019. Since we opened our doors, I have learned that things are never the same day to day— that’s what makes it so much fun! Building relationships with our customers and develop-our customers and developing new friendships every day by helping them find the perfect gift or helping them decorate gives me great joy. At Jolie rate gives me great joy. At Jolie Blonde, you can find the perfect Blonde, you can find the perfect gift for anyone including children of all ages and men. Whether you’re a jewelry lover, gift-giver, or décor enthusiast, Jolie Blonde is the place for you. We have everything for you. We have everything you will need for that special someone. Our shop has all the someone. Our shop has all the seasonal décor lover’s essential needs. Whatever holiday tial needs. Whatever holiday you’re shopping for, at Jolie you’re shopping for, at Jolie Blonde, you will find unique Blonde, you will find unique Louisiana gifts that you will love and treasure!

9210 Wallace Lake Rd 318.773.1055 jolieblondegifts.com

DONESA WALKER, M. ED.

Fifteen years ago, a dream started in the mind of an educator. The dream was that Louisiana, her newly adopted state, didn't have to rank at the bottom in literacy. That dream to make a difference in lives of all ages by training brains to read became a reality in 2008! Donesa Walker dreamed big. She sought out a partnership with the premier brain training business ship with the premier brain training business in the world and brought that one-to-one individualized brain training for all ages to Shreveport, Louisiana. Over 1500 brains have been port, Louisiana. Over 1500 brains have been trained locally through her efforts, adding to trained locally through her efforts, adding to the 101,000 and counting nationally! Donesa has strived to make a difference in the lives of has strived to make a difference in the lives of people from ages 4 to 104! Her favorite stories include dads learning to read to their children for the very first time, grandmothers conquer-for the very first time, grandmothers conquer ing memory issues that have frustrated them ing memory issues that have frustrated them for years, and children who conquered dyslexia and ADHD setbacks through brain training. Donesa has won numerous awards national-Donesa has won numerous awards nationally every year, from being a leading center in ly every year, from being a leading center in customer service to a top center in sales. Locally, she has been saluted by LocalsLoveUs, SB Magazine, HulaFrog, and the local Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce for being a Top Innovator and Best Small Business. ing a Top Innovator and Best Small Business. In addition, she has been recognized by Marquis Who's Who and many other national-level firms who sing out her praises. Donesa, de el firms who sing out her praises. Donesa, despite all these awards, is still a genuine person that is extremely giving to our local commu-that is extremely giving to our local community by sponsoring many local charities and schools. If you've ever heard about the brain place that makes a difference, you have heard of LearningRx Shreveport! Donesa says she truly believes that it is all about her team. She is nominated as one of the best employers ever when you speak to them. Each team member at LearningRx believes that their boss is truly the one who makes a difference. Making a dif-the one who makes a difference. Making a difference in brains is the passion of each member of this amazing team with Donesa Walker as their leader. It is an honor to recognize this special lady for all that she does in our community to change lives one brain at a time.

LearningRx of Shreveport Master Reading/Dyslexia Specialist Board Certified Cognitive Specialist #BCCS206959

8856 Youree Dr., Ste. D, Shreveport 318.797.8523 learningrx.com/ shreveport

LORI C. GRAHAM

ATTORNEY AT LAW, LLC

Attorney Lori C. Graham captures the respect of many as proven by her fight for clients who have received compensation for their injuries and justice in the courtroom. Her areas of practice include personal injury, family, criminal, wills and successions. She is a passionate and successful attorney with over 20 years of experience as ney with over 20 years of experience as a lawyer. Lori C. Graham was born and raised in Homer, Louisiana, educated at Louisiana Tech University, and received her Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from Southern University Law Center from Southern University Law Center in 2000. After working as a law clerk at Caddo District Court and as an assistant district attorney for Caddo Parish, she founded her law practice in 2002. Lori C. Graham has served as Ad Hoc Judge in Shreveport City Court and she current Shreveport City Court and she currently serves as City Attorney for the Town of Homer. She has received numerous of Homer. She has received numerous awards and accolades including The Dr. Jesse N. Stone Pioneer Award from the Jesse N. Stone Pioneer Award from the Shreveport Branch NAACP. Advice she offers to young businesswomen is positivity—positivity is a choice. en is positivity—positivity is a choice. Tell yourselves daily—you are amazing, you can do and accomplish anything, and you are prepared to succeed. The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today. Lori C. Graham is married to Gerod Durden, owner of Durden Property Group and local broker and realtor in Shreveport. They have two children, Joshua and Brooklynn. She enjoys fam-Joshua and Brooklynn. She enjoys family time, traveling, camping, fishing, and ATV riding. Regain your confidence and start building your case by working with a passionate attorney. Call 318-869-0177 now to schedule a consultation.

Lori C. Graham Attorney at Law, LLC 7591 Fern Ave. Ste. 1204 Shreveport, LA 71105 attorneyloricgraham.com

REGIONAL UROLOGY

CATIE GRIFFITH is a Certified Nurse Practitioner who joins Regional Urology to work as our Hospitalist, which means she sees our patients who are currently in the hospital. She completed her undergrad and graduate studies at Northwestern State University. She worked as a nurse for 8 years in ICU, OR, and neurosurgery with experience in gamma knife radiation before becoming a nurse practitioner. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Her husband Blake is a songwriter and they have two boys named Hudson and Riser. They love to spend time together outside and playing with their labrodoodle Maggie. RACHEL SITTER is a nationally certified Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner that joined Regional Urology in November 2020. Rachel completed her undergraduate nursing education at Northwestern State University and has over 21 years of nursing experience in Women’s Health, Urology, and Internal Medicine. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Northwestern State University in Shreveport, LA. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Rachel practices in our Shreveport location. Rachel is married to Shane Sitter and has 2 children: Karli and Riley. She enjoys cooking, the outdoors, traveling the world, and spending time with family. CAITLYN MATHIAS is a nationally certified physician assistant that joined Regional Urology in 2017. Caitlyn was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana and completed her undergraduate education at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. She then made her way back home and obtained her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at LSU Health Shreveport. She practices general adult urology with special interests in stone disease and female urology such as overactive bladder, urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Additionally, she is trained in performing our MonaLisa

Touch vaginal laser. Caitlyn is also involved with our research department and actively participates in numerous clinical studies offering innovative forms of therapy to our patients. is a Certified Nurse Practitioner who joins Regional Urology to work as our Hospitalist, which means she sees our patients who are currently in the hospital. She completed her unCaitlyn is married to Austin Mathias and they have a one-year-old daughter, Mae Mathias. Caitlyn enjoys spending time with her family and friends, attending LSU football games, being outdoors, traveling, and attempting to prepare a tasty meal. State University. She worked as a nurse for 8 years ANNA WATSON is a nationally board-certified in ICU, OR, and neurosurgery with experience in Family Nurse Practitioner, who joined Regional Urology in February 2020. Anna completed her practitioner. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse undergraduate nursing education at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and has over a decade of nursing experience in various settings Hudson and Riser. They love to spend time together outside and such as the emergency department, acute inpatient, post-surgical, and long-term inpatient care. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Louisiana in Lafayette, LA. She is a member of the American Urological Association and the Society of Urologic Nurses and Associthat joined Regional Urology in November 2020. ates. Anna practices in our West Monroe location. education at Northwestern State University and has over 21 years of nursing experience in Wom en’s Health, Urology, and Internal Medicine. She Anna is married to Kristopher Watson, from Ruston, LA and has two children, Jack and Molly. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. LINDSEY BALLEW Lindsey Ballew is a nationally board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner that recently joined Regional Urology in January 2021. Lindsey is originally from Crossville, AL, but her Rachel is married to Shane Sitter and has 2 children: Karli and husband’s military career brought them to Louisiana where they decided to make their forever home. Lindsey completed her undergraduate degree in nursing at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches and gained critical nursing skills in the intensive care and post-anesthesia care units. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing in 2017. Caitlyn was born and raised in Shreve- at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL. She is a member of AANP and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She practices at our Natchitoches location. in Baton Rouge with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. She then made her way back home and obtained her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at LSU Health Shreveport. She practices general adult urology Lindsey is married to Jeff Ballew and has a daughter, Sina Jade. She spends most of her free time being one of those crazy softball moms, yelling from the stands. Time spent with her family doing anything and everything is her idea of fun!

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Touch vaginal laser. Caitlyn is also involved with our research department and actively participates in numerous clinical studies offering innovative forms of therapy to our patients. Caitlyn is married to Austin Mathias and they have a one-year-old daughter, Mae Mathias. Caitlyn enjoys spending time with her family and friends, attending LSU football games, being outdoors, traveling, and attempting to prepare a tasty meal. ANNA WATSON is a nationally board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, who joined Regional Urology in February 2020. Anna completed her undergraduate nursing education at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and has over a decade of nursing experience in various settings such as the emergency department, acute inpatient, post-surgical, and long-term inpatient care. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Louisiana in Lafayette, LA. She is a member of the American Urological Association and the Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates. Anna practices in our West Monroe location. Anna is married to Kristopher Watson, from Ruston, LA and has two children, Jack and Molly. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. LINDSEY BALLEW Lindsey Ballew is a nationally board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner that recently joined Regional Urology in January 2021. Lindsey is originally from Crossville, AL, but her husband’s military career brought them to Louisiana where they decided to make their forever home. Lindsey completed her undergraduate degree in nursing at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches and gained critical nursing skills in the intensive care and post-anesthesia care units. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL. She is a member of AANP and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She practices at our Natchitoches location. Lindsey is married to Jeff Ballew and has a daughter, Sina Jade. She spends most of her free time being one of those crazy softball moms, yelling from the stands. Time spent with her family doing anything and everything is her idea of fun!

255 Bert Kouns Ind. Loop, Shreveport, LA • 318-683-0411 www.regionalurology.com

SLOAN’S FORMALS

It seems like only yesterday that Sloan’s Formals opened her doors and now there is a second location at the Shops at Bellemead. Six years can fly by when you’re having fun. Owner, Patti Maughon’s and Co-Owner, Taylor Maughon’s only regret is not lor Maughon’s only regret is not going into business sooner. For Patti, going from a stay-home Patti, going from a stay-home mother and house wife to a business owner has inspired a greater confidence in herself. They both love the face to face inter-both love the face to face inter action they have with their cus-action they have with their customers. Their best business decision, besides opening a brick and mortar store, is hiring their manager, Maddie Scott, to help with ager, Maddie Scott, to help with the day to day activities. A typical day begins with a bright smile and warm welcome to customers anxious to find the perfect gown anxious to find the perfect gown or cocktail dress for that special occasion. Sloan’s Formals offers beautiful gowns to empower ev-beautiful gowns to empower ev ery woman of all shapes and sizes. In fact, Sloan’s has the larg-es. In fact, Sloan’s has the largest selection of plus size formals in the Ark-La-Tex. With gorgeous gowns by Tarik Ediz, Jovani, Ash-gowns by Tarik Ediz, Jovani, Ashley Lauren, Ellie Wilde and Sherri Hill, you will find exactly what you’re looking for. Whether your event is a prom, homecoming, pageant, Mardi Gras Bal, or a society gala, you can rely on the ladies of Sloan’s Formals to find the perfect dress for the event. If confidence begets confidence, start your journey at Sloan’s Formals.

Shoppes at Bellemead 6535 Youree Drive #303 Shreveport, LA 71106 811 Benton Road Bossier City, LA 71111 318-584-7048 sloansformals.com

FORMALS

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Jeter Therapy Group is a locally owned multidisciplinary clinic that specializes in Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy. For nearly ten years, we have offered proactive, quality healthcare in a safe and comfortable environment. Our mission is to provide evidenced-based assessment vironment. Our mission is to provide evidenced-based assessment and treatment to pediatric and adult populations. SPEECH THERAPY SPEECH THERAPY Our professional team is highly trained to Our professional team is highly trained to evaluate and treat speech/language disorders, swallowing/feeding, voice disorders, cognitive/memory disorders, social pragmat ing, voice disorders, cognitive/memory disorders, social pragmatics and orofacial myofunctional disorders. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Specialized care for fine and gross motor skills development, handwriting, feeding, activities of dai-motor skills development, handwriting, feeding, activities of daily living, sensory, self-care, early intervention, orthopedic rehabil-ly living, sensory, self-care, early intervention, orthopedic rehabilitation including progressive range of motion, strengthening exer-itation including progressive range of motion, strengthening exer cises, and splint fabrication, and visual perceptual training. PHYSICAL THERAPY Offering personalized care for pediatric developmental/ambulation training, strength/range of motion, balance and coordination, flexibility to increase range of motion, pain management, adaptive play, transfer and adaptive equipment assessments. ment, adaptive play, transfer and adaptive equipment assessments. Jeter Therapy Group Owner, Dana Jeter Williams, became a speech language pathologist after one of her daughters was born deaf. “I wanted to understand how to help her, and that led me to help others,” said Williams, a Zwolle native whose passionate and determined personality fits her profession perfectly. She opened determined personality fits her profession perfectly. She opened her clinics to fulfill the need for quality therapy service in the Shreveport, Bossier, Haughton and surrounding areas.

1950 E. 70TH ST. SUITE A SHREVEPORT, LA 71105 966 US-80 HAUGHTON, LA • (318) 219-6064 www.jeterslpservices.com

RENEE CARR,

FARM BUREAU INSURANCE

RENEE CARR is an excellent Multi Line Insurance Agent that has offered Life Insurance and Annuity products through Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance for 25 years. Renee re-Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance for 25 years. Renee received a Bachelor’s in Finance from LSUS. During her studies, ceived a Bachelor’s in Finance from LSUS. During her studies, she took several classes on Risk management. After graduat-she took several classes on Risk management. After graduating, Renee met a Farm Bureau Agent that encouraged her to ing, Renee met a Farm Bureau Agent that encouraged her to pursue a career as an Insurance Agent. During her 25 years of experience, she has won multiple Farm Bureau and Industry awards, including National Quality Award, National Multi-Line Sales Award, and Roundtable Award for Life and Annuities. Insurance is a very rewarding and flexible career path for women. Renee has been very successful in her career while also hav-en. Renee has been very successful in her career while also hav ing the flexibility to participate in the PTA and be at all of her kid’s school functions. Renee is passionate about the service that she provides and loves helping her clients protect their that she provides and loves helping her clients protect their family and assets.

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