AVA | About Us

A 501c3 non-profit

Acadiana Veteran Alliance was formed to build new economic development and industry WITH veterans, and fund PTS healthcare treatments FOR veterans.

The Mission of the Acadiana Veteran Alliance (AVA) is to unite Acadiana-area veterans, Acadiana veteran-owned businesses, and all Acadiana-based companies for a common purpose; supporting veterans in our Work, Heal, and Give phases of assistance.

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Our

Vision

AVA was built to become an advocate for veterans and transitioning military, and to further their opportunities together. Our vision is to become a lasting and impactful organization that continuously pivots to meet the needs of our veteran community throughout the years.

Levi Kastner AVA Board President

Levi Kastner

President

Joey Calandra Vice President of AVA

Joey Calandra

Vice President

Jared Sere Treasurer of AVA

Jared Seré

Treasurer

Andrew Ward

Founder
Growth & Strategy Director

Millicent Nugent

Executive Director

Tyler Racca AVA Advisory Board

Tyler Racca

The Orchard / 337 Media

Ken Stansbury AVA Advisory Board

Ken Stansbury

Cornerstone Financial Group

Chip Perrin

Coastal Plains Meat Company

Todd Buckman AVA Advisory Board

Todd Buckman

RoadRunner

Dr. Creig Shute

Elite DPC

Back military photo web

Justin Back

Acadian Ambulance

Barry Bouillon

Bienvenu Counseling Services

MILFORD RICHARD CSM CMD web

Richard Milford

Texas Army National Guard (Ret.)