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ROUSES MARKETS CELEBRATES 60 YEARS
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tanding today as one of the largest family-owned grocery store chains in the United States, Rouses Markets is celebrating its 60th anniversary of operation this year. A staple for grocery shopping among residents of the Gulf Coast, Rouses Markets was established in 1960 when Anthony J. Rouse, Sr. and his cousin and Ciro DiMarco opened the chain’s first location in Houma. In 1974, the company opened a second location, marking the first Rouses store in Thibodaux. Under the management of Anthony’s sons, Donald and Tommy Rouse, the chain began its expansion into other parishes across Louisiana, including Jefferson and St. Tammany Parishes, over the next few years. By 2007, Rouses Markets increased its reach into New Orleans and across state lines into Mississippi. In 2009, Anthony passed away at the age of 79, leaving his legacy in the hands of his children and grandchildren. Two years later, Donald’s son, Donny Rouse, and Tommy’s daughter, Ali Rouse Rosyter joined the
family business as managing partners. The company has continued its expansions well into the 2010s, opening locations in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Alabama and more. Last year, Rouses Markets welcomed its first college-themed location near Nicholls State University’s campus in Thibodaux. In 2016, the company appointed Donny as CEO: a title he still holds today. A year later, the New Orleans Saints named Rouses Markets as the official supermarket of the team. To further its reach, the chain has added an online order service with pickup and delivery options to make shopping easier for its customers. On its 60-year anniversary, Rouses Markets now has 64 locations across the Gulf Coast, with 53 of those locations housed in Louisiana. The company’s mission remains the same as it was when it was first founded: to serve and support the local community, as well as celebrate local culture.
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AUGUST 2020 | BAYOU BUSINESS MONTHLY
CIS IS NAMED ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN HEALTHCARE
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ardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. “It has been an especially trying year for the world, and healthcare in particular as COVID-19 ravages our communities and your workplaces,” said Aurora Aguilar, Modern Healthcare’s editor. “But the organizations recognized on this year’s list rose to the top and continued to be a source of strength for their teammates. They have seen their colleagues fall ill to the virus and struggled with the economic impact of the pandemic. The loyalty and trust between employers and their workers is being put to the test now more than ever. We congratulate the Best Places to Work in Healthcare for continuing to serve their workforce and communities during such an unprecedented time.”
“Our physician-led, employee-driven culture has always been the key ingredient in our success at CIS,” said CIS CEO David Konur, FACHE. “Now more than ever, our team has shown amazing perseverance through these difficult times, and their commitment to our patients has been nothing short of exceptional.” This award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern Healthcare partners with the Best Companies Group on the assessment process, which includes an extensive employee survey. Cardiovascular Institute of the South will be recognized at the 2020 Best Places to Work in Healthcare awards gala taking place virtually on October 8 in conjunction with the Workplace of the Future Conference.
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