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Our corporate podcast brings a 360° perspective to issues and topics that concern the diverse industries within our Client portfolio, offering a variety of professional insights, fueling a greater understanding and awareness of Fenstermaker’s unique expertise.

Leading Louisiana: From Coast to Capitol — Ryan Bourriaque on Infrastructure, Resilience & Responsibility

Ryan Bourriaque shares lessons on resilience, infrastructure and leading Louisiana’s coastal future.
Topic: Coastal resilience and policy
Guest: State Representative Ryan Bourriaque
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker

FUELED Season 5: Building Louisiana’s Future

Conversations on infrastructure, leadership and resilience with the public servants shaping communities across the state

Leading Louisiana: Where Growth Meets Groundwork — Mayor Charlotte Clavier on Carencro’s Next Chapter

Mayor Clavier shares how Carencro 2.0 is guiding rapid growth through infrastructure, planning and community priorities.
Topic: City planning and infrastructure growth
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mayor Charlotte Stemmans Clavier

Leading Louisiana: The Long Game of Growth — Mayor Jan-Scott Richard on Strategy, Infrastructure & Development

Mayor Richard explains how long-term planning, partnerships and funding strategies are shaping Scott’s continued growth.
Topic: Strategic planning and resilience
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mayor Jan-Scott Richard

Leading Louisiana: Industry, Infrastructure & Intent — Larry Richard on Iberia Parish’s Future

M. Larry Richard shares how strategic infrastructure and community values are shaping Iberia Parish’s future.
Topic: Economic development and infrastructure
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Parish President M. Larry Richard

Leading Louisiana: A City Reconsidered — Monique Blanco Boulet on Reimagining Lafayette

Monique Blanco Boulet outlines investments in infrastructure, neighborhoods and long-term planning to shape Lafayette’s future.
Topic: Public leadership and infrastructure investment
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet

Leading Louisiana: From Coast to Capitol — Ryan Bourriaque on Infrastructure, Resilience & Responsibility

Ryan Bourriaque shares lessons on resilience, infrastructure and leading Louisiana’s coastal future.
Topic: Coastal resilience and policy
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: State Representative Ryan Bourriaque

All Seasons at a Glance

A snapshot of every season’s themes, stories and conversations on infrastructure, leadership and community development

FUELED Archives: Building Communities

A complete collection of conversations on infrastructure, leadership and the people shaping communities across every season.

FUELED Season 2: Seeking CHF

Five conversations exploring the legacy, leadership and culture behind C.H. Fenstermaker.

Seeking CHF: A Conversation with Bill Fenstermaker

Bill Fenstermaker reflects on his father’s legacy and the values that shaped a company built on excellence and client service.
Topic: Leadership, legacy and company foundations
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Bill Fenstermaker

Seeking CHF: A Conversation with Mark Fenstermaker

Mark Fenstermaker shares stories of innovation, technology and the lessons passed down from his father.
Topic: Technology, innovation and family influence
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mark Fenstermaker

Seeking CHF: A Conversation with R.J. Boutté

R.J. Boutté reflects on decades of experience and the culture of excellence that defined the company’s growth.
Topic: Excellence, mentorship and company culture
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: R.J. Boutté

Seeking CHF: A Conversation with Greg Palmer

Greg Palmer shares stories of growth, resilience and the strong sense of family that shaped the company.
Topic: Growth, resilience and company values
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Greg Palmer

Seeking CHF: A Conversation with John Fenstermaker

John Fenstermaker reflects on leadership, company culture and the people who continue to drive the organization forward.
Topic: Business development, culture and leadership
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: John Fenstermaker

FUELED Season 1: Infrastructure Insights

Five conversations exploring the people and projects behind critical infrastructure.

Professional Engineer Dax Douet on Infrastructure

Dax Douet shares real-world insights on designing infrastructure and managing complex engineering projects.
Topic: Roadway and drainage infrastructure
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Dax Douet, P.E.

Dr. John D. Foret on Coastal Infrastructure

Dr. John D. Foret explores coastal challenges and the projects protecting Louisiana’s shoreline.
Topic: Coastal restoration and shoreline protection
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Dr. John D. Foret

Dr. Kam Movassaghi on Transportation Infrastructure

Dr. Kam Movassaghi discusses funding, accountability and delivering major transportation projects.
Topic: Transportation funding and planning
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Dr. Kam Movassaghi

Lolly Brasseaux on Pipeline Infrastructure

Lolly Brasseaux shares decades of experience in pipeline surveying and infrastructure development.
Topic: Pipeline surveying and planning
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Lolly Brasseaux

Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby on Drainage Infrastructure

Jeanne Hornsby highlights the importance of proactive planning in reducing flooding and improving drainage systems.
Topic: Drainage systems and flood mitigation
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby, P.E.

FUELED Season 3: Water & Watersheds

Five conversations exploring the people, data and systems shaping Louisiana’s water future.

Collecting the Data: Field Insights with Jonathan Breaux

Jonathan Breaux shares how field data collection supports watershed modeling and helps reduce flood risk across Louisiana.
Topic: Field data collection and surveying
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Jonathan Breaux

Managing the Mission: Bradford Millett on Survey Leadership

Bradford Millett discusses leading survey teams and managing the data that powers large-scale watershed models.
Topic: Survey operations and team leadership
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Bradford Millett

Engineering the Big Picture: Austin Doucet on Water Resources & Regional Planning

Austin Doucet explains how statewide modeling efforts come together to manage water systems across Louisiana.
Topic: Watershed modeling and program management
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Austin Doucet

Stewardship and Systems: A Conversation with Billy Williamson

Billy Williamson shares how leadership and collaboration drive Louisiana’s statewide flood and watershed initiatives.
Topic: Statewide flood management and policy
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Billy Williamson

Integrating Science and Nature with Dr. Ehab Meselhe

Dr. Ehab Meselhe explores how science and nature-based solutions can shape resilient water systems for the future.
Topic: Coastal science and nature-based solutions
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Dr. Ehab Meselhe

FUELED Season 4: EWeek Conversations

Five conversations highlighting engineers, mentorship and the future of the profession.

Engineering Journeys: Growth, Innovation & Mentorship with Ian Trahan

Ian Trahan shares his journey in civil engineering and insights on adapting, leading and mentoring the next generation.
Topic: Engineering careers and mentorship
Host: Mason Macaluso
Guest: Ian Trahan

Engineering Leadership: Grit, Growth & Impact with Anna Doucet

Anna Doucet discusses her path to leadership, the value of grit and curiosity, and managing complex engineering projects.
Topic: Leadership and career growth
Host: Braden Dauphine
Guest: Anna Doucet, P.E.

From Legos to Land Development: Nick Castille on Engineering Innovation

Nick Castille explores the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of civil engineering design.
Topic: Technology and modern engineering
Host: Holden Landry
Guest: Nick Castille, P.E.

From Field to Design: Dustin Guidry on Mentorship & Civil Engineering

Dustin Guidry shares how field experience and mentorship shaped his path into engineering and project leadership.
Topic: Field experience and constructability
Host: Marina Saad
Guest: Dustin Guidry, P.E.

Leading Engineering: Innovation & Infrastructure with Andy Sellers

Andy Sellers discusses municipal engineering, evolving technology and the importance of communication in infrastructure projects.
Topic: Municipal engineering and infrastructure
Host: Rhett Hebert
Guest: Andy Sellers, P.E.

Leading Louisiana: Concrete & Character

Conversations with leaders shaping growth, resilience and community across Louisiana.

Leading Louisiana: Where Growth Meets Groundwork — Mayor Charlotte Clavier on Carencro’s Next Chapter

Mayor Clavier shares how Carencro 2.0 is guiding rapid growth through infrastructure, planning and community priorities.
Topic: City planning and infrastructure growth
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mayor Charlotte Stemmans Clavier

Leading Louisiana: The Long Game of Growth — Mayor Jan-Scott Richard on Strategy, Infrastructure & Development

Mayor Richard explains how long-term planning, partnerships and funding strategies are shaping Scott’s continued growth.
Topic: Strategic planning and resilience
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mayor Jan-Scott Richard

Leading Louisiana: Industry, Infrastructure & Intent — Larry Richard on Iberia Parish’s Future

M. Larry Richard shares how strategic infrastructure and community values are shaping Iberia Parish’s future.
Topic: Economic development and infrastructure
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Parish President M. Larry Richard

Leading Louisiana: A City Reconsidered — Monique Blanco Boulet on Reimagining Lafayette

Monique Blanco Boulet outlines investments in infrastructure, neighborhoods and long-term planning to shape Lafayette’s future.
Topic: Public leadership and infrastructure investment
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet

Leading Louisiana: From Coast to Capitol — Ryan Bourriaque on Infrastructure, Resilience & Responsibility

Ryan Bourriaque shares lessons on resilience, infrastructure and leading Louisiana’s coastal future.
Topic: Coastal resilience and policy
Host: Kathryn Fenstermaker
Guest: State Representative Ryan Bourriaque

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