James Buquet
Director/Board Member at BUSINESS FIRST BANCSHARES, INC.
Net worth: 1 M $ as of 2024-04-29
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James J.
Buquet is the founder of Buquet James J Jr Family Foundation, Bayou Community Foundation.
He is currently the President & Chief Executive Officer at Buquet Distributing Co., Inc. since 1995.
He is also currently serving as the Chairman at the Beer Industry League of Louisiana, Vice Chairman at the Catholic Foundation For South Louisiana, Chairman at the Terrebonne Foundation For Academic Excellence, Director at b1BANK, Independent Director at Business First Bancshares, Inc. since 2020, Director at the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, Director at The National Beer Wholesalers Association, Director at the Council for a Better Louisiana, Director at the South Central Industrial Association, and Director at the Terrebonne Economic Development Authority (Louisiana).
In the past, Mr. Buquet has served as the Chairman of the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the South Louisiana Economic Council, Vice Chairman of Pedestal Bancshares, Inc., Director of The Greater New Orleans Foundation, Member of Coastal Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (Houma, Louisiana), and Member of Pedestal Bank.
Mr. Buquet's education includes an MBA from Tulane University (Louisiana) and an undergraduate degree from Washington & Lee University.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-24 | 51,375 ( 0.20% ) | 1 M $ | 2024-04-29 | |
| 2024-03-19 | 3,000 ( 4.17% ) | 65 310 $ | 2024-04-29 |
James Buquet active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| BUSINESS FIRST BANCSHARES, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2020-04-30 |
| Council for a Better Louisiana | Director/Board Member | - |
| Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana | Director/Board Member | - |
| South Central Industrial Association | Director/Board Member | - |
| Catholic Foundation For South Louisiana | Director/Board Member | - |
| Buquet James J Jr Family Foundation | Founder | - |
The National Beer Wholesalers Association
 The National Beer Wholesalers Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Beer Wholesalers Association operates as beer wholesale distributor. The company is headquartered in Alexandria, VA. | Director/Board Member | - |
| Beer Industry League of Louisiana | Chairman | - |
b1Bank
 b1Bank Regional BanksFinance b1Bank operates as a state chartered commercial bank. The firm specializes in business and private banking. It provides commercial and personal banking, treasury management and wealth solutions services to private businesses and their owners, operators, executives and employees. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of James Buquet
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Training of James Buquet
| Washington & Lee University | Undergraduate Degree |
| Tulane University (Louisiana) | Masters Business Admin |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 1 |
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| BUSINESS FIRST BANCSHARES, INC. | Finance |
| Private companies | 17 |
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Buquet Distributing Co., Inc.
 Buquet Distributing Co., Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Part of Mockler Beverage Co. LP, Buquet Distributing Co., Inc. distributes beer. The company is based in Houma, LA. The company was founded in 1968. James J. Buquet has been the CEO of the company since 1995. Buquet Distributing Co. was acquired by Mockler Beverage Co. LP on June 30, 2022. | Distribution Services |
b1Bank
b1Bank Regional BanksFinance b1Bank operates as a state chartered commercial bank. The firm specializes in business and private banking. It provides commercial and personal banking, treasury management and wealth solutions services to private businesses and their owners, operators, executives and employees. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA. | Finance |
| Beer Industry League of Louisiana | |
The National Beer Wholesalers Association
The National Beer Wholesalers Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Beer Wholesalers Association operates as beer wholesale distributor. The company is headquartered in Alexandria, VA. | Commercial Services |
| Buquet James J Jr Family Foundation | |
Pedestal Bank
 Pedestal Bank Regional BanksFinance Pedestal Bank is a state-chartered commercial bank based in Houma, LA. | Finance |
Coastal Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (Houma, Louisiana)
 Coastal Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (Houma, Louisiana) Financial ConglomeratesFinance Coastal Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (Houma, Louisiana) is a company based in Houma, LA. Coastal Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (Houma, Louisiana was acquired by Pedestal Bancshares, Inc. on October 17, 2014. | Finance |
Pedestal Bancshares, Inc.
 Pedestal Bancshares, Inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Pedestal Bancshares, Inc. operates as a bank holding company. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Houma, LA. | Finance |
Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce
 Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven organization that aims to improve the quality of life by building a strong economy through promotion of services to members, partnerships & alliances, legislative advocacy, economic development, & programs of action & value. The Chamber is based in Houma, LA. The Chamber also recognizes businesses that have demonstrated ethical leadership and corporate stewardship, made a difference in their communities, and contributed to the advancement of important economic and social goals through awards. The Terrebonne Parish is a diverse area with a booming local economy, ranging from oil and gas services to retail and restaurants. The FOCUS Newsletter is a monthly Chamber publication featuring Chamber updates, important information, updates from our CEO and Chair, Chamber photos, and news from our members. | Commercial Services |
| South Louisiana Economic Council | |
| Bayou Community Foundation | |
The Greater New Orleans Foundation
 The Greater New Orleans Foundation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Greater New Orleans Foundation awards grants to non-profit organizations that support projects and programs that benefit the citizens, meet community needs, and test new ideas. The types of support they provide include: capital, program development and support, seed money, technical assistance, capacity building, and emergency. The foundation was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Orleans, LA. | Commercial Services |
| Catholic Foundation For South Louisiana | |
| South Central Industrial Association | |
| Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana | |
| Council for a Better Louisiana | |
| Terrebonne Economic Development Authority (Louisiana) | Government |
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