2019 Acadiana Steel Magnolias

Anne Prague-Gillett Monlezun

Dreaming that “Mardi Gras is for everyone,” Anne Prague-Gillett Monlezun organized the first Lake Charles Mardi Gras in 1980. A former Certified Dance Teacher with a passion for celebrations, Monlezun formed Mardi Gras Krewes and associations and founded the Mardi Gras Museum…

Stacey Frederick

Louisiana native Stacey Frederick is a natural leader and compassionate nurse. With over 27 years of nursing experience, she independently owns and operates Nursing Specialties Home Health and Hospice, serving Greater Acadiana from four locations: Lafayette, Eunice, Breaux Bridge and…

Melissa Maeker

Upon first visiting Acadiana in 2015, Melissa Maeker stopped at Social for a Bloody Mary and a pimento cheese sandwich. She immediately fell in love with Lafayette and quickly made it home. With Frenchies Modern Nail Care, Maeker provides exceptional services…

Clare Broussard

After the loss of her young child over 20 years ago, Clare Broussard’s life changed forever. Finding inner peace and happiness through her passion for design, Clare became rooted in a thriving career in design. With M. Clare Designs, LLC,…

Elizabeth Abdalla

Elizabeth Abdalla is passionate about business and animals, dedicating her time and resources to her Certified Woman Owned Business, Abform Workwear, while also making Lafayette a fun and healthy home for four-legged friends. With over 38 years in business, Abdalla…