LSUA’s Ethan Lipsey Honored by the Chamber’s Young Professionals Group as a 2024 Cenla 4Ward 4 Under 40 Winner

Nov 18, 2024, 13:44 PM

The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals Group of Cenla (YPG) have announced the...

ALEXANDRIA - The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professionals Group of Cenla (YPG) have announced the 2024 class of CENLA 4WARD and Central Louisiana's "4 Under 40" award winners. Ethan Lipsey, Director of First Year Experience at LSUA, was named one of the 2024 "4 Under 40" awardees.

The CENLA 4Ward program, a joint initiative of YPG and the Chamber, is dedicated to celebrating individuals under 40 years of age who embody the four pillars that propel communities forward: community involvement, industry impact, leadership and professional distinction, and unwavering passion and perseverance.

"This year's nominees and winners are an outstanding example of the excellence and passion of young leaders in the central Louisiana region," says YPG President Elect, Chris Daigrepont. "We are incredibly proud of these individuals and grateful for all they do in our community, and YPG looks forward to furthering our mission of connecting and celebrating young professionals in CenLA."

Sarah Catherine Laborde, YPG Board Member and CENLA 4WARD Co-Chair, said, "Ethan is a dedicated leader who combines a passion for student success with a deep commitment to community service. He dedicates countless hours to serving on university committees, and various national organizations dedicated to improving higher education. He's a servant leader who not only enhances student retention through innovative programs but also fosters growth and engagement in Central Louisiana through his work with his church and local organizations like the The Food Bank, YPG and the Central Louisiana Community Foundation. Whether he's mentoring students, volunteering for local causes, or supporting his peers, his students and colleagues like LSUA Chancellor Paul Coriel describe him as giving, smart, passionate, engaged, and outstanding in every endeavor he takes on."

Abbey Bain, Ph.D, is LSUA's Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Student Engagement, a recipient of last year's 4-Under-40 award, and Lipsey's supervisor at LSUA. Beaming with pride, Bain said, "Although Ethan often works behind the scenes to ensure others are recognized, his own contributions are truly remarkable and deserving of recognition. Ethan's tireless efforts have a profound impact on LSUA and the surrounding community. His leadership, passion, and perseverance not only elevate those around him but also strengthen the university as a whole. Ethan's unwavering dedication to student success and his ability to foster a positive and inclusive environment make him an invaluable asset to LSUA and a true leader in our community. We are proud of Ethan and congratulate him on being named 4 under 40."

Lipsey, grateful for the honor, said, "I never imagined that this would be a part of my story when I moved here over a decade ago. There is so much good that happens in Central Louisiana, and I am thankful that I get to work alongside so many that make this region great!"

The Central Louisiana community and LSUA are fortunate to have individuals like Ethan Lipsey, who continue to inspire and uplift the region through their remarkable leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence.

For more information about the Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce and YPG's CENLA 4Ward Awards, please visit https://ypgcenla.org/.

Image [L-R]: Ethan Lipsey, Chris Daigrepont