Shreveport, LA — The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce has announced the proposed slate of nominees for its Board of Directors, set to begin their three-year terms on January 1, 2025. The Nominating Committee has selected six distinguished professionals from various industries to guide the Chamber’s strategic direction and initiatives.
The nominees for the 2025 Board of Directors are:
- William Bradford, Jr. – SWEPCO
- Lucas Bordonali – Honeywell UOP
- Dustin Niemoeller – BENTELER Steel/Tube
- Sacha Purciful – KSLA News 12
- Riley Waddell – Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport
- Adam H. West – Progressive Bank
These individuals bring a wealth of experience and leadership from their respective fields, further strengthening the Chamber’s mission to drive economic growth and community development in the Shreveport region.
Additional Nominations
In accordance with the Chamber’s bylaws, additional nominations may be made by petition. To be considered, a petition must:
- Contain signatures from at least 5% of the qualified Chamber members, which equates to 55 members.
- Be submitted to the Nominating Committee within 14 days of this notice, no later than September 30th.
- Be addressed to Ellie Ward at the Greater Shreveport Chamber office, located at 400 Edwards Street, Shreveport, LA 71101.
If no additional nominations are received by the deadline, the proposed slate will be confirmed to serve on the Board of Directors.
Acknowledging Current Board Members
The Chamber extends its heartfelt appreciation to all current Board members for their dedication and service. Special thanks are given to those completing their terms at the end of this year for their invaluable contributions to the Chamber’s growth and success.
Nominating Committee
The Nominating Committee, chaired by Brian McNew of mcnew Architecture, includes the current Chamber Chairman and seven past Chairmen. Their efforts in selecting these candidates are crucial to maintaining the Chamber’s strong leadership and focus.
For further inquiries, Chamber members are encouraged to contact the Chamber directly.