Downtown Coffee Talk with Missy Andrade

600 Jefferson Street,Lafayette LA 70501

01 March, 2023

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Downtown Coffee Talk returns with special guest Missy Andrade, CEO of Community Foundation of Acadiana. This Downtown Coffee Talk will be held at Jones Walker on the 16th floor of the Chase Tower.Coffee Talk with Community Leaders, presented by Jones Walker, kicks off in 2023 hearing from the leader at the helm of the Community Foundation of Acadiana. Under her leadership, Missy will build upon the organization’s impressive growth to focus heavily on civic and philanthropic leadership and to position CFA as a convener, thought leader, and bridge builder throughout the region. Hear Missy's plans for CFA and her perspective on how Downtown Lafayette plays an important role in shaping Lafayette and Acadiana's future. This event is exclusive to DLU members only and registration is free. Since this is a FREE event we'd encourage you to donate the cost of a coffee or latte to Downtown Lafayette Unlimited (DLU), the non-profit arm of Downtown that produces events such as this, Downtown Alive!, and Movies in the Parc. Donate to DLU Guest Speaker: Missy AndradeMissy Bienvenu Andrade is President & CEO of your Community Foundation of Acadiana, the organization’s second leader in its 22-year history. CFA’s primary service area includes the eight Acadiana parishes of Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion. Under her leadership, Andrade will build upon the organization’s impressive growth to focus heavily on civic and philanthropic leadership and to position CFA as a convener, thought leader, and bridge-builder throughout the region. Are you a member of DLU? Downtown Lafayette Unlimited is a member-based business with both individual and business members. DLU membership is comprised of local professionals, civic leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, residents, and others who are passionate about Downtown Lafayette and its economic growth. Members have access to educational and networking events focused on the issues facing Downtown Lafayette. Member dues help to support our organization in its mission to aid the Downtown district's growth and revitalization through events like Downtown Alive!, Movies in the Parc, Merry & Bright Christmas in Downtown; and through promoting the development of arts, culture, dining, and business in the core of Lafayette. Learn more about DLU membership here: www.downtownlafayette.org/membership/