Episode 190: Bob Thames | An Entrepreneur's Journey

About this episode

Bob Thames discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and community leader in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Bob Thames is a community builder, entrepreneur, and nonprofit leader based in Shreveport, Louisiana. He serves as Treasurer for Shreveport Green, Development Director for Cohab, and sits on the board of Community Renewal. In addition, Bob leads Single Source Business Solutions, a firm dedicated to helping small businesses and individuals with accounting, tax, and consulting services. He is also the owner of Marilynn’s Place, a community-loved favorite known for its authentic Cajun cuisine and local Shreveport charm. Known for his ability to connect people and ideas, Bob has organized events that highlight Shreveport’s creativity, entrepreneurship, and local culture. His work blends business development with community engagement, creating opportunities for small businesses, makers, and nonprofits to thrive. Across his roles, Bob is committed to strengthening Shreveport’s economic and cultural landscape while supporting organizations that foster collaboration and renewal. As a husband, father, and active leader, he brings both professional expertise and personal passion to every project, always focused on building a stronger, more connected community. Marilynns Place…

People in this episode

Host: Clint Davis

Guest: Bob Thames

Topics covered

• entrepreneurship
• community building
• small business
• nonprofit leadership
• local culture

Keywords

• entrepreneur
• community builder
• nonprofit
• small business
• Cajun cuisine

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Shreveport Green, Cohab, Community Renewal, Single Source Business Solutions, Marilynn’s Place

Places: Shreveport, Louisiana

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