Baton Rouge Business Report

— ESTABLISHED 1946 — The Baton Rouge Clinic, AMC is recognized as the premier multi-specialty clinic in the region, delivering exceptional care to nearly 400,000 patients throughout Louisiana. Founded in 1946 by four local physicians who saw the value in a group practice model, the clinic has grown while staying true to its roots. As a proud member of the Mayo...

— ESTABLISHED 1950 — Associated Grocers, Inc., was founded 75 years ago with 17 member grocers decreasing the cost of goods by purchasing directly from food manufacturers. It has evolved into a full-service retail operations support and solution center for over 200 independent retailers in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and Arkansas. With over 670,000 square feet of warehouse space, more than 650...

— ESTABLISHED 2019 — Cypress Roofing was founded six years ago by Caprice Cline and her children Joshua, Samantha and Alexandra; when Josh moved out of state in 2022, the family became a 100% woman-owned business. As a certified Fortified and Diamond Roofing partner, Cypress is recognized for expertise and quality workmanship, and was voted the Best Roofing Company in Ascension...

— ESTABLISHED 1951 — Benny’s Car Wash is a four-generation family business that opened its first Baton Rouge location 74 years ago. It has added eight locations since then, many with additional services such as oil changes, gas pumps and convenience stores. The Alford family – led by Benny, Jason, Justin and Helen – remain hands-on owners, managing the day-to-day operations...

— ESTABLISHED 1956 — Pelican State Credit Union serves members across the nation in every stage of their lives through free youth and adult financial programs and a wide array of safe, competitive products. As a designated Community Developmental Financial Institution (CDFI), Pelican is committed to providing financial solutions to individuals, families, and communities in underserved markets. ‘We were chartered in 1956....

— ESTABLISHED 2010 — Family-owned and operated Valluzzo Companies manages 88 McDonald’s restaurants in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. The three owner-operators like to say: “Strong roots grow tall trees.” Baton Rouge is where it all started, and the goal has always been to grow from those roots while staying grounded in Valluzzo core values – both inside the restaurants and at...

— ESTABLISHED 2021 — A group of Baton Rouge investors purchased the former north Louisiana-based Commerce Community Bank four years ago and changed its name to Currency Bank with a mission to create meaningful partnerships and strong personal relationships with clients. Its other branches are in Oak Grove and Kaplan, La., and Eudora, Ark. ‘To say Baton Rouge is interconnected is an...

— A SOLUTIONS-BASED COMPANY — T3 is a dedicated family of companies, each bringing specialized expertise to ensure comprehensive project success. T3 Industrial Solutions has been a trusted leader in logistics and material supply with a wealth of experience along the Gulf Coast. T3 Electrical Solutions formerly known as Linxwiler Electric, has provided safe, efficient and reliable electrical services to residential,...

— ESTABLISHED 1934 — EFCU Financial opened in Baton Rouge as the 13th chartered credit union in the U.S. The original mission was to provide financial services to the employees of the former Stanocola Processing Plant, now ExxonMobil. EFCU Financial became a community-chartered credit union in 2007, and today serves more than 67,000 members and manages $1.2 billion in assets. ‘We’re kind...

— ESTABLISHED 2025 — Swingeasy is an indoor golf club that allows members and guests to play complete rounds of golf on more than 750 simulated courses from around the world; practice on a virtual driving range; train with the latest technology; or just enjoy a drink in the lounge and watch live sporting events on big-screen TVs. Swingeasy’s patented “Modern...

— ESTABLISHED 1985 — For 40 years, Celtic Marine and Logistics has developed and delivered independent cost-effective transportation services that are uniquely designed to meet the specific needs of each of our clients, using its vast knowledge and experience in the transportation and logistics industry to deliver a full-service transportation solution. The company manages millions of tons of cargo annually. It...

— ESTABLISHED 1975 — With offices in seven states and Puerto Rico, LEMOINE provides a full suite of services, from infrastructure to building construction, disaster response and recovery, and comprehensive project and program services. ‘LEMOINE’s decision to invest the future of our business in Baton Rouge is rooted in both strategic opportunity and long-term vision.’ “Baton Rouge is the political and administrative heart...

— OPENING FALL OF 2025 — Bally’s Belle of Baton Rouge casino is transforming a dormant downtown area into a vibrant entertainment complex featuring 25,000 sq. ft. of contemporary gaming, a spacious sports book and lounge, casual and fine dining, and an upscale cocktail lounge located in the center of the casino. The gaming complex will join Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel,...

— BR PRACTICE ESTABLISHED IN 2008 — Dr. Oberlander is an award-winning spine specialist who has developed one of the largest practices in the country. He is one of the few board-certified neurosurgeons in Louisiana who has fellowship training in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery. That’s why his services – which include the latest techniques such as laser spine surgery...

— ESTABLISHED 1980 — Brecheen Pipe & Steel has been a leading Louisiana wholesale pipe and metal products supplier and stocker of galvanized materials for nearly half a century. BPS is National Women's Business Enterprise, certifying that the company is woman-owned, operated and controlled. It is also a proud longtime member of the Associated Builders and Contactors-Pelican Chapter. ‘It was a boys’...