Newton Thomas
Louisiana Legends Gala

Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Event
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2019-05-31
Duration: 00:09:40
Subjects: Thomas, Newton | Business
Contributors:
- Courtney, Beth Host
- Denison, John Host
- Easterly, Lindsey Interviewee
- Schempf, John Interviewee
- Inzer, Katherine Interviewee
- Davies, John Interviewee
- Thomas, Newton Speaker
Description
This segment from the 2019 Louisiana Legends Gala features a profile and speech by Newton Thomas accepting his recognition as a Louisiana Legend. Thomas, a native of Baton Rouge, is the founder of the Newtron Group, a leader in industrial construction. His profile includes interviews with: Lindsey Easterly, his daughter; John Schempf, his colleague; Katherine Inzer, his daughter; and John Davies, his colleague. Hosts: Beth Courtney and John Dension