Local Heroes Making Waves in Lake Area Business

The Lake Area is buzzing with fresh talent and new ventures. Let's dive into some of the exciting changes happening right here. First up, we have Dr. Logan Soileau, a local hero who's back in town to help with sports medicine. He's not just any doctor—he's a McNeese State University grad who's been through tough training. He's worked with big sports teams and even been a ringside doctor for boxing matches. Now, he's at LC Memorial Health, ready to help people of all ages, especially those with sports injuries. Over at The Johnson Firm, Cooper Fournet has joined the team as a trial attorney. He's got a lot of experience under his belt, having worked as an assistant district attorney and a personal injury lawyer. He's tried lots of cases in Calcasieu Parish and is now focusing on personal injury, wrongful death, and property damage cases. He's also involved in the community, serving on boards like the Southwest Louisiana Law Center. LC Memorial Health has another new face: Dr. Andrew Bearb. He's a family medicine doctor who's ready to take care of patients with a personal touch. Before becoming a doctor, he worked as a nurse, which gives him a unique perspective. He's also volunteered a lot in the community, showing he truly cares about helping others. Dawn Hinton, a certified nurse practitioner, has earned a special certification from The Menopause Society. This means she's an expert in menopause management and can better support women going through this big life change. She's been in healthcare for 17 years and is committed to making sure her patients are informed and empowered. The real estate scene is also getting a boost with five new agents joining EXIT Realty. Amy Daigle, Brandon Hamilton, Karley Hebert, and Wesley Mitchell are now at EXIT Realty Southern, while Angela Kelly has joined EXIT Bayou Realty. They're all ready to help people find their dream homes. CSE Federal Credit Union has five new certified financial counselors. Neilson Fagan, Gwendolyn Ballou, Angelica Aaron, Michele Chapman, and Shelby Duhon have all completed an intense training program and passed a big exam. They're now ready to help members improve their financial well-being. Lastly, Moss Bluff is getting a new boutique. Bougie Boutique by Liz’s Biz is opening a permanent storefront. It started as an online shop but has grown so much that it's now ready to welcome shoppers with Louisiana-themed merchandise and stylish apparel.