The Boot

Did you know?
Before Lamar Narcisse joined The Boot, he was a transitioning service member who used our services and resources to build his own path here. Then our CEO saw something. The same lived experience that made Lamar need us made him exactly who we needed.
"He said we could use your eye as a TSM and your expertise with your HR background."
Now, as a Success Manager, Lamar helps other service members navigate the transition he once walked himself. That's the whole idea. The people we serve become the people who serve.

250 years in the making.

Happy Birthday, America! Star-spangled skies, small-town parades, and backyard cookouts as far as the eye can see.
Here is to freedom, and to the service members and families who defend it.

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at The Boot!

Happy to join Louisiana Economic Development today (and year round!)
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Today's America250 spotlight is Military & Defense!

Louisiana plays a critical role in strengthening our nation's security through its military installations, defense manufacturing, aerospace capabilities and skilled workforce. Across the state, military and defense partners are advancing innovation, supporting missions around the globe and creating opportunities for future generations.

Transition isn't just about finding a job. It's about finding where you belong.
We're proud to walk alongside service members like Kevin as they build their next chapter right here in Louisiana. Real careers, real community.
Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q04mf7V50

There's nothing like getting the whole team in one room. Last week we hit pause to celebrate a year of real progress and look ahead to Year 3 with bigger goals, all in service of our mission: bringing transitioning service members home to careers in Louisiana.

A special thank you to Governor Jeff Landry for stopping by to share his encouragement and pride in the work we're doing for the state.

"Your life, our mission." It's more than a tagline for our team. It's how we show up every single day.

🇺🇸 The Boot is a proud Louisiana NOW partner at The Great American State Fair, a celebration of American independence and Louisiana's role in shaping America's future.

The Louisiana NOW pavilion will showcase innovation, culture, industry and talent from across the state on the national stage in Washington, D.C., highlighting the people and businesses shaping America's future.

We're honored to be part of this effort to showcase the next 250 years of opportunity for Louisiana. 👏👏👏👏

Mark your calendars! We'll be at the fair on June 28th and we want to see YOU. Stop by, say hello, and grab some Boot swag!

Learn more: https://www.opportunitylouisiana.gov/freedom250

Many people don't know this:
In 1996, schoolchildren touring Washington, D.C. were asked what Memorial Day meant to them. Their answer: "That's the day the pools open."
That moment sparked something. In December 2000, Congress passed the National Moment of Remembrance Act, designating 3:00 PM local time on Memorial Day as a national minute of silence for those who died in service.
3 PM was chosen on purpose... it's when most of us are mid-cookout, mid-road trip, mid-pool day. The whole point was to reach people right where they are.
Wherever you are at 3:00 today, stop. One minute of silence. For the ones who never made it home.
They gave everything. We can give 60 seconds on Memorial Day in their honor.

🎖️ Proud to have stood alongside LDVA and Secretary Meginley as we accepted this recognition together on behalf of Louisiana.

At The Boot, we focus on the whole family because transition doesn’t happen in isolation. When military spouses find meaningful careers and community, it directly strengthens the service member’s transition too. Strong families build strong veterans.

Congratulations, Louisiana. This one belongs to all of us. 🌟🇺🇸

2026 Military Spouse Community Leader Impact Award: The Boot Presented to a community and its leaders for their efforts to creat...

Shreveport-Bossier has officially been named a 2026 Great American Defense Community — one of only THREE communities in the entire country to receive this honor!

This recognition belongs to every neighbor, business, volunteer, and civic leader who has shown up for the Airmen of Barksdale Air Force Base and their families. Nearly a century of partnership, and it shows.

Watch the announcement and read what makes our region so special:

Shreveport-Bossier Earns National Spotlight as a 2026 Great American Defense Community Louisiana gives veterans modern VA facilities, a clinic network that actually covers the state, and telehealth that cuts the long-drive burden. Add in strong community partners—LDVA, Vet Centers, DAV—and you get smoother hand-offs and real support for families. Stack that with Louisiana’s vete...