On Tuesday, February 10, the Bossier Chamber of Commerce honored top business and community leaders at the 78th Annual Gala. The event kicked off with a cocktail hour prior to the program and hosted hundreds of business professionals at Live! Casino and Hotel for their largest networking event, presented by Barksdale Federal Credit Union.
The Chamber took time to celebrate the successes of the previous year and shared plans for the year ahead. Outgoing Chairman of the Board Carl Thibodeaux, Community Bank of Louisiana, passed the reins to incoming Chairman of the Board Dr. Jerome DuBose, Louisiana Tech Research Institute. Incoming board members were recognized and the coveted awards of Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year and Business Person of the Year, presented by our award sponsor Willis-Knighton Health System, were announced.
Benjamin Pattillo was named the 2025 Top Business Person of the Year for his dedication and hard work bringing together the community through the activities and events of his restaurant, Flying Heart Brewing & Pub.
For their work to connect the business and military community and significant business growth, the 2025 Small Business of the Year is 318 Real Estate and Property Management.
For bringing national recognition to Bossier City and expanding their business greatly, our 2025 Business of the Year is Neu Aviation.
2025 Business Person of the Year Finalists
Lynn Bryan, Keep Bossier Beautiful
Ben Pattillo, Flying Heart Brewing & Pub
Tyler Potter, The Nail Den
Tyler Slanovec, Brookshire Grocery Arena
Marlicia Thomas, Fashion Envy
2025 Business of the Year Finalists
318 Real Estate and Property Management
American Freedom Enterprises
Chasing Aces Golf Entertainment
Cypress Solar & Roofing, LLC
Digital Gem, LLC
Kary Landry-State Farm Agent
Neu Aviation
Sterling Spirits, LLC
Sweetfern Coffee
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