2024 Ark La Miss's Best

The 5th Annual Black Business Owners United Gala was held on May 18, 2024. This event, founded by Kenya Roberson in January 2019, was established to create a platform for African American business owners to celebrate Black excellence. It also provides aspiring young African American entrepreneurs in the area with opportunities to find mentors in their desired fields.

This year's gala was particularly special. The event was moved from the BD Robinson Hall to the arena, which was packed to capacity. The 2024 Black Business Owners United (BBOU) winners were announced during the event.

Best Barber

Kenneth Henderson

Best Barber Shop

Fab 5

Best Beautician

Latamara Bonner

Best Beauty Shop

Grace & Glamour Salon

Best Loctician

Monica Howard

Best Hair Braider

Laterrika Brown

Best Make-Up Artist

Andrea Coleman-James

Best Esthetician

Alexis Mcknight

Best Massage Therapist

Chasity Herron

Best Nail Technician

Ruth God

Best Spa

Holistic Wellness Spa

Best Paparazzi Consultant

Beverly Johnson

Best Mary Kay Consultant

Cynthia Murphy

Best Graphic Designer

Codella Thompson

Best T-Shirt Designer

Stacy Newbill

Best Boutique

Leisha Gold

Best Fitness Trainer

Coach Dee Dee Massey

Best Photographer

Charles “CJ” Williams

Best Videographer

Roderick Willis

Best Male Attorney

Brennan Manning

Best Female Attorney

Breshatta Davis

Best Male Doctor

Samuel Bret Sanders

Best Female Doctor

Tallithia Smith-Elliot

Best Accountant

Raven Owens

Best Tax Preparer

LaKeisha Guise

Best Funeral Home

McFarland Funeral Home

Best Restaurant

Cookout

Best Insurance Agent

Donald & Bre McNeal (Primerica)

Best Real Estate Agent

Ashley Watkins-Ambrew

Best Auto Body Repair

Jordan’s Automotive

Best Auto Detailing Service

Wilhite Mobile Detailing Service

Best Electrician

Ivan Thomas

Best Caterer

Gabby Williams

Best Food Truck

Cookout

Best Treat Maker

Amber Owens Goodjoint

Best Baker

Amber Owens Goodjoint

Best Herbal Provider

LaToya Carr

Best Event Decorator

Shawanda Jackson

Best Sitting Service

Alliance Healthcare Group

Best Counselor

Chastity Butler

Best Mentor

Two Black Girls

Best Counseling Agency

Good News Counseling

Best Motivational Speaker

Derrick Doyle

Best Consultant

Tamla South

Best Educator

Charlie Butler, Jr.

Best Venue

The “W” Center

Best Photobooth

Geaux 360

Best Bartender

TaylorMade Drinks & Bartending

Best Yard Card Sign Provider

Newbill’s Visionary Designs & Prints

Best Comedian

Justin Martin

Best Artist

Monique Cooper

Best Choreographer

Amerika Jackson

Best Lawn Care Provider

Walk III Lawn Services, LLC

Best Sports Bar

Parlor 5

Best Transportation Company

Amazing Transport, LLC

Best Broadcasting Radio Station

KWAJ-KTRY Radio

Best Promoter

Demetrius Devoe

Best Fraternity

Mu Tau Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc

Best Non Profit

Northeast Louisiana Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation

Best Young Entrepreneur

Tamyra Robinson

Best Young Adult Entrepreneur

Jaheem Brown

Best Adult Entrepreneur

Monique Cooper

Best New Entrepreneur

Kyrin Kyles

Best Power Couple

CJ & Myeasha Williams