The Louisiana Restaurant Association is led by people actively involved in our industry. The men and women who are elected as officers of the Association have not only successfully run their own businesses, but have volunteered countless hours in effective leadership within the Association. The officers of the LRA are elected by their peers to represent the foodservice industry in Louisiana.
Vice Chair Mike Walker Walker’s Cajun Dining Seafood & Steaks
In 1996, Mike Walker, owner of Walker’s Cajun Dining Seafood & Steaks in Jennings, joined the LRA State Board of Directors. In 13 years, he has chaired several committees. He served as Treasurer in 2008, and in 2006 he chaired the Chapter President’s Council.
From 1996 to 1998, Walker was president of the Southwest Chapter earning him the LRA Chapter President of the Year Award in 1997. The same year, the Southwest Chapter was named Chapter of the Year. Most recently, Walker was the recipient of the 2006 Active Member of the Year Award.