2024 Steel Magnolias

Dr. Katherine Thimmesch

An Acadiana local, Dr. Katherine Thimmesch is proud to be serving the same community in which she was raised. Born in Opelousas, Dr. Thimmesch initially gained interest in dentistry by working for Dr. Mike Malone while attending ULL for her…

Dr. Emily J. Foreman

Lafayette native Dr. Emily Foreman is passionate about providing her patients with the utmost quality of dental care and helping them achieve healthy and beautiful smiles. A partner at Camellia Dental with Dr. Katherine Thimmesch and Dr. Mike Malone, Dr.…

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon

Dr. Mechelle Roberthon is a Speaker, Consultant, and CEO of an Organizational Development Firm whose mission is to assist organizations in achieving behavior and performance excellence across their systems, policies, procedures, and staff. What sets her firm apart from other firms…

 Dr. Cassandra Pillette

A self-described Lafayette home girl born at Lafayette General Hospital, Dr. Cassandra Pillette was inspired to join the medical profession after seeing the dedication of the nurses and doctors who worked to save her grandfather from an emphysema diagnosis. The…

Dr. Amanda Logue

Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Dr. Amanda Logue found her true home in Lafayette around 15 years ago when she began her medical practice upon completion of her Internal Medicine training.  “Acadiana has been an incredible and enriching place…

Mica Smith

Mica Q Smith, owner of Cajun Fitness, began her career with the hope of helping others improve the quality of their lives. Now 26 years later and with 5 locations across Greater Acadiana, Mica has successfully assisted decades of clients…

Lecy Albarado

A psychiatric nurse since 1994 and one of the first psychiatric nurse practitioners in Acadiana, Lecy Albarado is passionate about serving her community through comprehensive mental health services and beyond. An educator at heart, Lecy has served on the Speaker…