Wayne Ricks Appointed as Center Director for LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Lauren Titus
Louisiana Small Business Development Center
Phone: 225-578-6835
Email: ltitus@louisianasbdc.org

Wayne Ricks Appointed as Center Director for LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University

Hammond, LA – The Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) proudly announces the appointment of Wayne Ricks as the new Center Director for the LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University. With two decades of dedicated service to the LSBDC network, Ricks brings a wealth of experience in small business support, financial projections, and strategic planning to his new leadership role.

Throughout his 20-year tenure, Ricks has played a pivotal role in helping entrepreneurs and small business owners across the Northshore navigate financial challenges, secure funding, and build sustainable business models. His expertise in financial projections has been instrumental in guiding businesses toward long-term success.

Bryan Greenwood, State Director of the LSBDC, expressed his enthusiasm for Ricks' promotion, stating:
"Wayne’s dedication to Louisiana’s small business community has been unwavering for two decades. His leadership, expertise, and passion for financial empowerment make him the ideal person to lead the LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University. We are incredibly proud to see someone who has grown within our organization take on this role, and we are excited to see the center flourish under his direction."

As Center Director, Ricks will continue LSBDC’s mission of providing no-cost consulting, training, and resources to small businesses in the region. His leadership will further strengthen the center’s ability to support entrepreneurs at every stage of business growth.

For more information about the LSBDC at Southeastern Louisiana University, visit https://www.louisianasbdc.org/lsbdc-southeastern-louisiana-university.

About LSBDC

The Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) is dedicated to helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed. With a network of centers across the state, LSBDC provides expert consulting, training, and resources at no cost to entrepreneurs and small business owners. Learn more at www.louisianasbdc.org

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