WBIA Invest West Champion Awards

Honoring the businesses and leaders whose vision, investment, and service are shaping the future of the Westbank.

Kenny Retif 
Celebrating 60 years of service, Retif Oil and Fuel has kept businesses across the Southeast moving through industry-leading energy solutions, a strong commitment to safety and efficiency, and a deep dedication to giving back to children and communities through its multi-generational, family-owned leadership.

Bonvenu Bank:
Bonvenu Bank is investing in the Westbank’s future by expanding into Gretna, supporting local families and businesses, and demonstrating a strong commitment to both community leadership and employee excellence.

Falcon Law Firm:
For more than 30 years, the Falcon Law Firm has championed justice while making a lasting impact on the Westbank through workforce development, education, and transformational community initiatives.

Jack Stumpf & Associates:
For over four decades, Jack Stumpf & Associates has played a vital role in strengthening the Westbank economy through deep local expertise in commercial real estate and a steadfast commitment to investing locally.

Olive Branch Café:
For more than 30 years, Olive Branch Café has blended family-owned hospitality with meaningful community leadership, supporting healthcare initiatives and elevating important conversations across the Westbank.

Salvo’s Seafood Restaurant:
Since 1984, Salvo’s Seafood Restaurant has served as a beloved gathering place while boldly advocating for small businesses and the economic vitality of Plaquemines Parish.

University of Holy Cross:
For more than a century, the University of Holy Cross has strengthened the Westbank by preparing a skilled workforce, partnering with the community, and serving as a trusted anchor institution for regional growth.

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WBIA: WESTBANK BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION

WBIA is the premier business organization for the West Bank of New Orleans. Actively involved in the community since 1946, the membership is comprised of business and industry born of the Harvey Canal Corridor. WBIA is dedicated to a collaborative effort of the business community to support, improve and protect the interests of its membership.

WBIA MEMBERSHIP IS A STRONG NETWORK HELPING LOUISIANA

WBIA has members in the petroleum industry, manufacturing, construction, transportation, utility, real estate, marine, legal, medical, and other businesses that service the WestBank of New Orleans.

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