Junior Achievement of North Louisiana will celebrate three of
the region’s distinguished business leaders at the 2026 Business Hall of Fame on
Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at the Shreveport Convention Center.
The 2026 JA Laureates are Patrick F. Lukacs, President of Lukacs Interests, Inc.;
David R. “Jude” Melville, III, Chairman and CEO of b1BANK; and Mark P. Sealy,
President of Sealy & Company. Jerry Montgomery, a 2024 JA Laureate, will serve as
honorary chairman of the induction dinner.
The Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame recognizes business leaders whose
professional accomplishments have made a lasting impact on North Louisiana. The
annual event also supports Junior Achievement’s work to equip local students with
the skills and experiences they need to succeed in school, work and life.
“Each of this year’s laureates has helped shape North Louisiana through their
leadership, service and commitment to our community,” said Alex Person, President
and Executive Director of Junior Achievement of North Louisiana. “We are honored to
celebrate their accomplishments and share their stories.”
The 2026 induction dinner will be held on Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m. at the
Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo Street in Shreveport. Tickets, tables and
sponsorship opportunities are available. To learn more or reserve your spot, go to our
website nla.ja.org