Call it the $100 million fish fry war. Two Louisiana food giants—Louisiana Fish Fry Products and Bruce Foods Corp.—are fighting it out in federal court over the right to claim they produce the one, true Louisiana fish and chicken fry. Baton Rouge-based Louisiana Fish Fry Products sued Bruce Foods in the summer of 2011, alleging the St. Martinville company best known for its Cajun Injector products infringed upon the trademark of the former when it launched a new line of batter products under the name “The Original Louisiana Fish Fry Mix” and “The Original Louisiana Chicken Fry Mix.” For its part, Bruce Foods has filed counterclaims, alleging it began using trademarks that included the word “Louisiana” in the 1920s, and secured the trademark “The Original Louisiana” for its hot sauce back in 1964.
Two months after packing up the executive suite in what was then Shaw Tower, Jim Bernhard has launched a new venture—Shaw Capital Partners, a private equity firm that will invest in independent energy and infrastructure companies and assets.
A provision of the federal immigration reform bill by the so-called Gang of Eight senators that would cap the number of available guest worker visas for construction jobs could further worsen the worker shortage the industry already faces in the Capital Region and across Louisiana, says Ken Naquin, CEO of the Louisiana Associated General Contractors.
The LSU Transition Advisory Team is trying to get a handle on what it will take to unify the system's various units into “one LSU.” As they're learning, there's a lot of work to be done.
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice gave an impassioned plea for education leaders in Baton Rouge to ensure all children, no matter their circumstances, have access to a quality education.
The lead judge of the panel looking at business plans for the LSU Student Incubator Challenge says winning plans should translate into success in the marketplace.
As far back as late last year, rumors swirled that Brian Marshall—embattled CEO of the Capital Area Transit System—was on his way out. Marshall, a veteran of the Chicago transit system who was four years into his tenure at CATS, had increasingly come under fire for the performance of Baton Rouge's bus system.
Postlethwaite & Netterville announced Ely Thurmond has joined the firm as a manager in its consulting division. Thurmond previously served as client development manager for Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips. She comes to P&N with 14 years of professional client development and marketing experience. In her new role, Thurmond will be responsible for assisting clients with the development and implementation of marketing, branding, client interaction and business development strategies.
Hosted by Shauna Sanford and Charlie Whinham of Louisiana: The State We're In throughout the Legislative session and featuring highlights from the day's activities at the State Capitol. Courtesy LPB
On The Beat
Call it the $100 million fish fry war. Two Louisiana food giants—Louisiana Fish Fry Products and Bruce Foods Corp.—are fighting it out in federal court over the right to claim they produce the one, true Louisiana fish and chicken fry. Baton Rouge-based Louisiana Fish Fry Products sued Bruce Foods in the summer of 2011, alleging the St. Martinville company best known for its Cajun Injector products infringed upon the trademark of the former when it launched a new line of batter products under the name “The Original Louisiana Fish Fry Mix” and “The Original Louisiana Chicken Fry Mix.” For its part, Bruce Foods has filed counterclaims, alleging it began using trademarks that included the word “Louisiana” in the 1920s, and secured the trademark “The Original Louisiana” for its hot sauce back in 1964.
New Shaw in town
Two months after packing up the executive suite in what was then Shaw Tower, Jim Bernhard has launched a new venture—Shaw Capital Partners, a private equity firm that will invest in independent energy and infrastructure companies and assets.
Cap not welcome
A provision of the federal immigration reform bill by the so-called Gang of Eight senators that would cap the number of available guest worker visas for construction jobs could further worsen the worker shortage the industry already faces in the Capital Region and across Louisiana, says Ken Naquin, CEO of the Louisiana Associated General Contractors.
One LSU
The LSU Transition Advisory Team is trying to get a handle on what it will take to unify the system's various units into “one LSU.” As they're learning, there's a lot of work to be done.
A matter of urgency
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice gave an impassioned plea for education leaders in Baton Rouge to ensure all children, no matter their circumstances, have access to a quality education.
Keeping it real
The lead judge of the panel looking at business plans for the LSU Student Incubator Challenge says winning plans should translate into success in the marketplace.
Moving on
As far back as late last year, rumors swirled that Brian Marshall—embattled CEO of the Capital Area Transit System—was on his way out. Marshall, a veteran of the Chicago transit system who was four years into his tenure at CATS, had increasingly come under fire for the performance of Baton Rouge's bus system.
Moving Up
Postlethwaite & Netterville announced Ely Thurmond has joined the firm as a manager in its consulting division. Thurmond previously served as client development manager for Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips. She comes to P&N with 14 years of professional client development and marketing experience. In her new role, Thurmond will be responsible for assisting clients with the development and implementation of marketing, branding, client interaction and business development strategies.
Stephen Smith and Matthew Valiollahi
As a student, Matthew Valiollahi noticed the many styles and varieties of T-shirts his peers were wearing.
Capitol Beat
Hosted by Shauna Sanford and Charlie Whinham of Louisiana: The State We're In throughout the Legislative session and featuring highlights from the day's activities at the State Capitol.
Courtesy LPB