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Robin White is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and former MMA Fighter. Robin is an assistant coach at SMAA Jiu Jitsu and competes regularly in Jiu Jitsu competitions for the IBJJF. Robin brings a unique perspective of what it's like to be an old man in a young person's sport with a marriage and a full time job.

Dr. Kenneth Sanders is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, 2026 CrossFit Masters Games athlete, and co-owner/co-driver of STAK Racing, competing at the highest level of the World Racing League Endurance Racing Championship.

Matt "Danger" Schnell is an American professional mixed martial artist from Shreveport, Louisiana. Competing primarily in the UFC’s Flyweight division, he holds a professional record of 17-10. He is also the former Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) Flyweight Champion.

Don O’Byrne is the President and Founder of Don Juanz Baja Beach Tacos, which he opened in Bossier City, Louisiana in August 2006. With 35 years of food and beverage experience across fine dining, catering, casual dining, and five-star resorts in cities like Los Angeles, Newport Beach, Dallas, and Atlanta, Don has built Don Juanz around strong systems, bold flavor, and a passion for hospitality. His journey has taken him from Bossier City to the film industry, back through college and corporate work, and ultimately home to the restaurant business he once thought he had left behind. Today, Don continues to grow the Don Juanz brand while working alongside his son, serving his church, fishing offshore, and enjoying life with his wife Amy and their two Weimaraners.

Colton Hill is the Director of the Outreach Department for Core Medical Foundation. Colton joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2008. He served in the Marine Corps infantry for 4 years as an 0311, before serving on the USMC Scout Sniper Platoon for two years. He joined the US Army Special Forces in 2014, serving with 20th Special Forces Group as an 18 Bravo (Weapons and Tactics Specialist). Colton spent 11+ years in Army Special Forces and is currently in the process of medical retirement. Colton has been on deployments to Afghanistan, Europe, Eastern Europe, Africa, most Central Asian States, as well as to the Arabian Peninsula.

Brian Hutchinson is the founder of the “Give All Project”, an organization founded to help bring awareness to cancer patients and their families, whether going through or having gone through cancer treatment. To give inspiration to those battling cancer is their mission, as well as, to offer hope and solutions, whether spiritual or financial, in times of healing.

Don Tubbs is the owner of Tubbs Hardware in Bossier City, Louisiana, a multi-generational, family-owned business that has served the community since 1922. Continuing a legacy built over more than a century, Don is proud to carry on the tradition of dependable service, trusted advice, and quality hardware for local families and businesses.Beau Hays is the co-founder of BeauxJax Crafthouse, Frozen Pirogue, Chef's Table by BeauxJax, Hurricane Alley LIVE and East Bank Mafia. Starting from a food truck in 2015, Beau and his partners have created multiple restaurants and venues, which have transitioned into a full scale entertainment district in the heart of Northwest Louisiana.

Mark Flentge is the owner of Sage Community Fitness and a dedicated fitness enthusiast. Passionate about CrossFit, weightlifting and Jiu Jitsu, he strives to challenge himself and others while building a supportive community focused on living healthier, stronger lives.

Kendrick J. Farris is a three-time U.S. Olympian and Hall Of Fame athlete in Weightlifting, American record holder, and nationally recognized coach and community leader. A native of Shreveport, Louisiana, Kendrick has dedicated his career to promoting clean sport, disciplined living and youth development through fitness and education.Following his Olympic journey, he founded BlessTheGymForever and leads initiatives such as FEED (Fueling Every Eater’s Development) and The HeartWork Institute, focused on improving youth health, nutrition and leadership in underserved communities. Through partnerships with schools, cities and national organizations, Kendrick continues to build programs that empower the next generation physically, mentally and spiritually.

Tim Chance is an entrepreneur originally from Keithville, Louisiana and a 20-year resident of Benton, LA. He’s built a career in finance while also owning businesses in the automotive and real estate industries. Tim owns Chance Classics, a premier vintage car rental service featuring one of Louisiana’s largest collections, and Second Chance Speed Shop, where he restores forgotten classics to their former glory. He’s also active in commercial real estate and neighborhood development in the Northwest Louisiana.

Coach Dustin Burton has built his life around wrestling, continuing a family legacy rooted in elite competition and coaching. As an athlete, he was a 6x freestyle state champion, AAU Junior Olympic gold medalist, National Team member for Louisiana and Texas, and a 4x high school All-American ranked 8th nationally. He competed collegiately at Neosho County Community College, Lindenwood University, and Oklahoma State University.As head coach at North DeSoto, Burton has transformed the program into a powerhouse. A 4x North Louisiana Coach of the Year and 2024 Louisiana High School Coach of the Year, he has coached 23 state champions, 100+ state medalists, multiple national champions, and over 450 USA Wrestling state medals. He also serves on the national coaching staff and as North Louisiana Regional Director for USA Wrestling.

Ryan Dougherty is a Shreveport, Louisiana native who previously owned bars and toured nationally as a professional musician. He now owns Pro-Motions and 903 Watches.

Kelby Pearah is the K9 Sergeant for the DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office with 12 years in law enforcement, the majority spent in K9 operations. Prior to law enforcement, he was a professional bullfighter, an experience that forged discipline, situational awareness, and performance under pressure. Kelby owns North DeSoto Jiu Jitsu and has been involved in MMA since the age of 18, which has directly shaped his ability to be a more effective, controlled, and resilient law enforcement officer. Kelby specializes in modern K9 training, developing dogs to meet and exceed today’s operational expectations.

Michael Sean Powell is the founder of Roy’s Kids, established in memory of his late brother, Roy, and inspired by the challenges they faced growing up in a single-parent household. Roy’s Kids is a non-profit organization based in Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana, dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of underprivileged children.

Nate Edwards specializes in Health and Fitness Promotions for the Department of Defense. He has also set world records for weighted pull-ups and is a world champion Jiu Jitsu competitor.

Briston Rains is the founder of Texas Outlaw Running Company, created in 2020 out of his college dorm room at Southern Arkansas University. During this time, Briston was running on the Cross Country and Track team as a distance runner at the NCAA Division ll level. He turned his passion for trail and ultra running into something he can call his own. Texas Outlaw Running's purpose is to give everyone the opportunity to challenge themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually through professional events while exploring the world on their own two feet.

Barret Olivier is a rice and crawfish producer from Arnaudville, Louisiana in St. Landry Parish and the owner of Rubba Boot Crawfish Company. With two locations in Shreveport and an upcoming location in Bossier City, the “Rubba Boot” provides a farm to table experience serving live and boiled crawfish as a quick service, to-go restaurant.

Craton Cochran is the owner of Bikes etc in Bossier City, Louisiana, USA BMX track operator, and creator of Bossier Bike Nite. He is a proud husband and father of three that has found himself in local politics the last five years, spending four years with the Bossier Parish School Board and now sits on the Bossier City Council as an at-large member.

Melanie & Marshal Fulgium are the owners and operators of the family business, Benton Martial Arts. Their focuses are on self-defense, discipline and combating bullying at all ages. Melanie is a Fifth Dan Black Belt in ITF Taekwon-Do. Marshal is a Sixth Dan Black Belt in ITF Taekwon-Do. Madeline & Aidan Fulgium are the children of Melanie & Marshal. They are seasoned Martial Artists, Instructors and Competitors representing Benton Martial Arts. Madeline Fulgium is a 4th dan Black Belt in Taekwon-Do. Aidan Fulgium is a 3rd dan Black Belt in Taekwondo-Do. The entire family recently competed in the ITFU World Championships in Buenos Aries, Argentina. Melanie won Gold in Individual Fighting and Gold in Individual Patterns. Aidan won Bronze in individual fighting. He also won Bronze in Team patterns, and team Men's fighting.

Justin Miller is the owner of CrossFit SBC in Shreveport, Louisiana. A lifelong athlete, Justin grew up competing in multiple sports — including track and field, wrestling, snowboarding, and football. His athletic career led him to Wheaton College in Illinois, where he played football and met his wife, Lauren. After college, Justin’s competitive drive found a new outlet in CrossFit. He began training seriously in 2017 at CrossFit Alpha Dog in Lombard, Illinois, and started coaching the following year after deciding to forgo law school. In 2022, Justin took ownership of CrossFit SBC, where he’s continued to build on more than a decade of the gym’s legacy. Now entering its 11th year as an affiliate, CrossFit SBC remains a cornerstone of family, community, and fitness in Louisiana under his leadership.

John Dudley is a Marine veteran, visionary, and the driving force behind the 25 million dollar development of Chasing Aces Bossier City, Louisiana. His passion for innovation and guest service that led to his success in developing dental clinics and technologies, restaurants, and more are now the cornerstones of a revolution in golf.

Michael Riordan is a seasoned executive serving as the President and CEO leading Everything Marketing. Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, he has a strong background in various facets of marketing, including account management, direct marketing, and online advertising. Mike is the Co-Founder of The Mandate, a faith-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives in Uganda, Africa. He is also the Co-Chair and President of Shreveport Citizens United, building relationships in the community between citizens, non-profit organizations, local churches, city leadership, and law enforcement.

Craig Fondren is the owner and operator of Fondren’s Classic Cars & Guitars and Elite Auto. A mechanic by trade who’s been immersed in the automotive world his entire life, Craig brings a lifetime of hands-on experience and passion to every project. From restoring timeless classic cars to running successful family-owned businesses, Craig shares the story behind his craft, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and what keeps his love for cars alive after all these years.

Gregory Kallenberg is the founder and executive director of the Prize Foundation. Founded in 2012 with the award-winning Louisiana Film Prize, the foundation has grown to include the Startup, Food, and Music Prizes (all the brainchild of Kallenberg) in addition to Film Prize Junior and Comedy Prize as well as the beloved Taco Wars event each spring. His background includes event organizing, filmmaking, investment consulting, and philanthropy. Kallenberg was named the 2019 Champion of Culture by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. He currently serves on the SXSW Interactive Executive Advisory Board in Austin, the Artspace board in Shreveport, Louisiana and is a Junior Achievement Laureate in their Business Hall of Fame. Most recently, Kallenberg was named 2024’s Business Person of the Year by the Bossier City Chamber of Commerce.

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Colton Hill is the Director of the Outreach Department for Core Medical Foundation. Colton joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2008. He served in the Marine Corps infantry for 4 years as an 0311, before serving on the USMC Scout Sniper Platoon for two years. He joined the US Army Special Forces in 2014, serving with 20th Special Forces Group as an 18 Bravo (Weapons and Tactics Specialist). Colton spent 11+ years in Army Special Forces and is currently in the process of medical retirement.  Colton has been on deployments to Afghanistan, Europe, Eastern Europe, Africa, most Central Asian States, as well as to the Arabian Peninsula.

Cody Causey is the Director of Athletics at Word of God Academy and the host of the Coach Cody podcast. With a background in strength and conditioning, Cody has spent over a decade coaching, mentoring, and building programs that shape athletes on and off the field. Whether he’s developing championship teams, leading faith-based athletic training, or helping parents and coaches navigate youth sports, Cody is passionate about using sports as a tool to build character and purpose. His mission is simple: pick people up and take them where they want to go.

Derrek Amidon is the co-owner of Corks & Cuts and the man behind the scenes supporting his wife Candace's vision. A Shreveport, Louisiana native, Derrek left home at 20 for the Dallas-Fort Worth area before returning over 15 years ago to lay down roots once again. With an honorable discharge from the Air Force Reserves at Barksdale AFB and a deep background in competitive swimming, Derrek has served as a swim coach for over a decade, held the role of Age Group Chair for the state, and spoken on behalf of Swim America for USA Swimming. He’s also led as a State Zones Head Coach and brings the same discipline and passion into his CrossFit and wellness lifestyle. As he enters a new chapter, an empty nest and full focus on Corks & Cuts with Candace, Derrek reflects on lessons learned, the importance of progress, and what’s next.

Alex Anderson is the Sports Director and news anchor for KTBS 3 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Alex has spent the last 15 years highlighting local athletes and telling their stories through high school, college, and the pros. He is also the producer and host of the Southern Classic Chicken Friday Football Fever Scores and Highlights Show that is gearing up for another season.

SFC Ben Cotten and SFC Allen Smith are Sniper School Instructors in the Army National Guard and serve their community as Shreveport firefighters. As reigning champions of the 2023 International Sniper Competition, 2019 WPW Sniper Competition, and multiple other high-stakes marksmanship challenges, they travel the nation representing the All Guard Sniper Team—embodying precision, skill, teamwork and relentless dedication.

Bob Thames is a dynamic community builder, entrepreneur, and Development Director with a passion for revitalization, creativity, and connection. As the co-founder of Single Source Business Solutions, Bob helps small businesses thrive by offering strategic financial and operational support. He also leads innovative placemaking efforts in Shreveport through events, cultural programming, and nonprofit initiatives like Shreveport Green. With experience spanning accounting, hospitality, urban development, and community advocacy, Bob brings a rare blend of business savvy and heartfelt purpose. Whether he’s organizing a neighborhood beer mile, designing a mural tribute, or helping entrepreneurs get their numbers right, Bob’s work is all about making places and people shine.

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Tamara M. Crane, MA, CDP, is an experienced gerontologist and nonprofit executive with over 15 years of leadership in aging services, dementia care, and healthcare administration. She currently serves as Executive Director of the Bossier Council on Aging, where she oversees programs supporting seniors and caregivers. A Certified Dementia Practitioner and frequent speaker at professional conferences, Tamara is also active in statewide advocacy and community service through multiple boards and advisory councils. Her work has earned her numerous honors, including the 2024 Volunteer of the Year award from Visit SBC & Virginia Shehee most influential woman nominee.

Nate Edwards specializes in Health and Fitness Promotions for the Department of Defense. He has also set world records for weighted pull-ups and is a world champion Jiu Jitsu competitor.

Leighton Allen is the co-founder of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices-Alley Real Estate. He is also the owner/leader of five other small businesses in North Louisiana he has started over the past 10 years. They are successful more days than not. Give a listen to his podcast, Bizzie Smalls, to hear Leighton share past and current success and failures in his small business journey alongside his co-host, Josh Johnson.

Keith Carter is the CEO of Always Best Care and one of the owners of the Shreveport Rouxgaroux, the latest addition to Louisiana football and the National Arena League. Zach Cannibal plays cornerback for the Shreveport Rouxgaroux.

Trini Triggs is a seasoned country music recording artist known for his dynamic presence in the genre. Over his 10-year tenure with Curb Records, Trini shared the same label with industry heavyweights such as Tim McGraw, Lee Brice, Jo Dee Messina, The Judds and more. He has collaborated with legends such as Charlie Pride, John Conley, Bellamy Brothers, etc. He has toured the country and shared the same stage with the likes of Garth Brooks, George Strait, Martina McBride, and top industry hitmakers. His distinctive voice and heartfelt lyrics have earned him multiple Billboard-charted hits, with "Strait Tequila" and "Horse to Mexico" being particularly popular.Trini also achieved a No. 1 song on the country Christian chart with "Heaven on Earth". He is currently the morning radio host on KRMD, North Louisiana's legendary country music radio station.

Carroll Baker is a practitioner of holistic medicine and integrated practices, holding a Doctorate in Philosophy with an emphasis on Spiritual Wellness. He has a black belt in Korean Judo, 10th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and 10th degree black belt in American Martial Arts and Sciences. He has also trained world champion kickboxer, Robert Visitacion, and multiple UFC athletes.

John Montelepre, a novice in the local restaurant business for 43 years, had a shared vision with his son, John Montelepre, III. The two combined talents came on the North Louisiana local culinary scene in August of 2009 with the opening of 2 Johns Steakhouse, changing the area's fine dining landscape with the highest quality cuts of prime steak, fresh seafood, cocktails and decadent desserts.

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Greg "The Wolf" Walker is a proud father, husband, 20 year veteran of the Shreveport, Louisiana Police Department, current SWAT team leader, music director for The Simple Church and Bomber Jiu Jitsu kids coach.

Blake “Trouble” Franklin is a professional boxer and boxing coach born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana and is currently the reigning UBO Continental Welterweight Champion. He is the owner of Trouble Boxing Gym and co owner of The Compound in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Blake Jackson, owner & executive chef of Heron Restaurant and Mae & Co Chicken and Oyster Bar, delivers an elevated scratch spin to Louisiana fine dining and oyster bars at his two restaurants. Winner of the Louisiana Food Prize, among other state and national accolades, Blake takes his love of being a southern sportsman, infusing those passed down recipes with world flavors, and puts it on a plate. Chef has owned and operated a multitude of different businesses in the food and beverage realm over the past ten years. He is a passionate advocate for local farmers, as well as the small business community. When not in the kitchen, Blake is busy traveling and exploring with his wife & two kids.

Chris Luker and Joel Primrose are the dynamic duo behind Don’t Take This Serious Comedy, a local comedy production company bringing laughter to North West Louisiana. Dedicated to showcasing the area's comedic talent, Chris and Joel organize shows that leave audiences wanting more. You can catch an open mic live every Friday at Tiki Bar or enjoy special showcases at various events around SBC throughout the year. Tune in for their hilarious insights and an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the local comedy scene.

Dan Arnette is a former MMA fighter, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, competitive shooter (USPSA and team sniper events), triathlete Ironman finisher and father of three bad ass kids.

First Responder Support Team is a 501c3 that provides support to local law enforcement, fire, emergency medical, military, veterans, linemen and their families. At just under one year old, this team has responded to hundreds of mental health, financial crises and referral needs for these heroes they call family. Eric Hoffman is the Executive Director, and as a veteran with nearly 25 years of military service, he knows all too well that finding help can be hard to ask for and the programs difficult to navigate. That’s why he created this nonprofit to truly help the helpers.

Beau Hays is the co-founder of BeauxJax Crafthouse, Frozen Pirogue, Chef's Table by BeauxJax, Hurricane Alley LIVE and East Bank Mafia. Starting from a food truck in 2015, Beau and his partners have created multiple restaurants and venues, which have transitioned into a full scale entertainment district in the heart of Northwest Louisiana.

Nate Edwards specializes in Health and Fitness Promotions for the Department of Defense. He has also set world records for weighted pull-ups and is a world champion Jiu Jitsu competitor.

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Tim Paulin is the Executive Director of BNI Louisiana and Mississippi. Tim has been married to his wife, Liz, for 28 years and they have twin 16 year olds. He enjoys outdoor activities, good food and great bourbon.