WOMEN IN BUSINESS
The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Acadiana
STACEY ARCENEAUX After joining Van Eaton & Romero, A Latter & Blum Co., Stacey Arceneaux collected accolades due to her outstanding work as a realtor, including: Top 10 in Van & Romero 2012-2015, Top of the Latter 2013 & 2015, Top 30 in all Latter & Blum Companies and a finalist in the Times of Acadiana 2012-2015. Stacey attributes her success to putting her faith in God. She has a team of four other agents who work together to provide the best real estate experience possible, while Stacey also finds joy in helping other realtors build their business. “I am grateful for the people who have helped me build my business and don’t take it for granted. I remember that I work for them. There are many great Realtors in Acadiana and I am honored when a client chooses me or my team.” When working with Stacey, expect a casual and comfortable atmosphere. “I love the relational aspect & helping people turn their real estate dreams into reality. When I meet clients I want them to feel like they’ve known me forever & that they can trust me.” 2000 Kaliste Saloom Rd | Lafayette | 337-233-9700 | www.staceyarceneaux.com
RACHELLE LAVERGNE Rachelle is a Loan Officer for Assurance Financial. She earned her Finance degree from LSU/Baton Rouge and it was there that she began her career and fell in love with the mortgage industry! In her 23 years experience, Rachelle worked many facets from Processor, Underwriter, AE and currently Loan Officer (her favorite). It is here, she feels, she best serves her customers and industry. “I take pride in my career and work ethically and diligently to assure that each transaction is made as simple and clear as possible. I love helping people and thrive on the joy felt from making someone’s dream of homeownership come true. It’s why I do what I do!” Rachelle loves reading, outdoors, spending time with family/friends and simply giving back. She is an active member of St. Edmond Catholic Church, Kiwanis of Acadiana (past Treasurer and Kiwanian of the Year), RAA (Honor Society and past Affiliate of the Year), AMLA (past Board Member), LMLA, AHBA/PWB, NAHB and OneAcadiana. “I thank God each and every day for the wonderful gifts he has given me and I believe the best way to thank him is to pay it forward!” 1215 Camellia Blvd | Lafayette | 337-456-8752 | rlavergne@lendtheway.com | www.LendTheWay.com | NMLS#108303
MARIE DUCOTE Marie Ducote is the owner and operator of Cajun Food Tours—Lafayette’s premier culinary tour experience. She considers herself truly blessed to be able to share her passion for Acadiana’s food, history, people & culture on a daily basis. “There’s nothing like seeing your home through the eyes of people from all over the world to show you how special it really is.” Marie spent 14 years as a Louisiana and American history teacher and 9 years in administration before turning this new leaf. After years as an assistant principal, she felt she was losing her passion and began praying for a new direction. Never dreaming of a career in tourism, (let alone owning her own business!) the idea for a Cajun food tour hit her “out of the blue like a 2 by 4 upside the head,” and wouldn’t let her go until she had made it a reality. Today she loves her new life, not only conducting most of the tours herself, but running and growing her business with the daily challenge of enticing people on the other side of the globe to come and enjoy the place we all call home. Lafayette | 337-230-6169 | www.cajunfoodtours.com | marie@cajunfoodtours.com 56 FACE | AUGUST 2016