BayouLife Magazine Sept2016

Bill Hogan A current resident of Lincoln Parish, Bill Hogan grew up in Fort Smith, Arkansas, graduated from Oklahoma State, and moved all over the country before finally moving to Ruston in 1989. He moved to Ruston to work with his father in the residential construction and development business, which led him into the lumber business as owner of the Do-It Center. In the early 2000s, he joined his family as an owner of Hogan Hardwoods & Moldings. In 1996 he became a board member of Ruston Building & Loan, which later became Bank of Ruston. In 2008 Bill changed careers and became an employee of Bank of Ruston and was named president in 2011. ”Today, he serves as president and CEO. He is extremely excited about the growing economy in Northeast Louisiana.

He is married to Kelly Boren Hogan, owner of The Fashion of Ruston, and they have two daughters, Natalie and Taylor.

Bill is a self-described “CrossFit addict!” He understands the importance of exercise and healthy living, which shows in his passion for cooking. He loves to entertain and cook for family and friends. Bill loves anything from home cooking, grilling, gumbo or “really anything in cast iron.” Bill calls his culinary style a collaborative effort with his wife, Kelly, as his sous chef.

Since Bill loves the outdoors and is an avid golfer and duck hunter, he dresses casual as much as he can. Earlier this year, Bill was appointed by Governor John Bel Edwards as Commissioner of Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Bill dresses “fairly traditional” and prefers to buy his clothes locally. His favorite clothing brand is Peter Millar; he believes ties are for weddings and funerals and prefers golf shoes over dress shoes. Bill’s favorite article of clothing is his twenty-year old black Tallia jacket, but his absolute favorite things to wear are his golf clothes. Whether he’s wearing his business suit and tie or his favorite hunting shirt, Bill is all about family, community and economic growth.