Desiree’ Provost, MS, has been with Ochsner Health since 2014, advancing from HR Generalist to AVP-HR Business Partner. She supports the Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles Regions and partnering with multiple facilities. Desiree’ holds degrees in Psychology and Organizational Leadership and began her HR career in 2009. Known as the “HR Nerd,” she’s passionate about helping team members thrive with a passion for leader development. She serves on several community boards and is a 20 Under 40 honoree. Desiree’ lives in Lafayette with her husband Damion, their two children, and their dog, Bear Teddy.

Frank Mitchell is a seasoned Talent Management executive with 25 years in corporate America, 16 years leading customer-experience operations and the last decade guiding leaders to unlock their teams’ potential through designing Talent development strategies affecting over 2000 matrixed workforce. Passionate about the future of work, Frank helps organizations thrive at the intersection of human potential and emerging AI technologies. As founder of Frankly Speaking™ and Str8Up Consulting, he equips professionals to communicate with clarity, adapt to change, and future-proof their skills. Frank brings warmth, curiosity, and a strategist’s eye to MKR’s Advisory Board, committed to helping shape workplaces where people and technology grow together.

Leigh Ann Ripka, a Lafayette, Louisiana native and graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Public Relations, is an accomplished business leader with over 17 years of experience in business development, strategic initiatives, and organizational growth. She currently serves as Associate Vice President and North Texas Business Development Regional Program Director at Broaddus & Associates, where she leads regional growth strategy, client engagement, and market expansion efforts.

Leigh Ann is actively involved in industry leadership through the Association of Medical Facility Professionals North Texas, where she currently serves on the Programming Committee after previously serving two years as Program Committee Chair, leading the development of high-impact programming for the healthcare built environment.

She also serves on the Executive Board of Readers 2 Leaders as Development Committee Chair and Major Gifts Ambassador, championing literacy and expanding access to educational resources across North Texas.

As the founder of Let’s Vibe, LLC, Leigh Ann brings an entrepreneurial lens to her work and is a servant leader deeply committed to mentorship, the advancement of women, and creating lasting community impact.

Levar Greenhouse is the AT&T Regional Director of External Affairs for North and Southwest Louisiana. In this role, Levar is responsible for managing local government and community stakeholder relationships. He graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a degree in Electrical Engineering and has been a dedicated member of the AT&T team since 2005.

Levar resides in Baton Rouge and is the proud father of Lillian and Lia. He is also actively involved in the community, serving as the current Board Chair for Knock Knock Children’s Museum in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Stacy Sloan, a certified pastry chef and entrepreneur, founded Three Little Birds Granola in 2011 after seeing a lack of natural, allergen-free options in foodservice. Based in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, the company creates granola free of GMOs, oils, refined sugars, and top allergens—meeting and exceeding USDA National School Breakfast and Lunch guidelines.

Since 2017, Three Little Birds has delivered more than 4 million servings to schools in Michigan, California, Colorado, Minnesota, Texas, and Arizona, as well as to hospitals, daycares, and recreation programs. Products are available in bulk, single-serve packs, and online.

The company is WBENC and DisabilityIN certified and donates both profits and product to fight hunger. Stacy holds certifications from the American Culinary Federation, along with a bachelor’s in journalism/public relations from Madonna University and an associate’s degree from Schoolcraft College.

Tara Gondron is the Integrator at Enterprise Data Concepts, where she blends strategic insight with a people-first leadership style. She excels in team building, operational efficiency, and translating vision into results. With a sharp eye for tracking meaningful metrics, Tara ensures that progress is both measurable and aligned with business goals. Her approach fosters clarity, accountability, and momentum across teams, making her a trusted leader in driving sustainable growth and operational excellence.