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Who We Are
About Us
At Leading Edge Manufacturing, we’ve always been committed to providing our clients with solutions that both enhance quality and reduce lead times. Our services have made us one of the most trusted custom metal fabricators in the region, and our diverse portfolio has clients both local and global. With our state-of-the-art capabilities based in Youngsville, LA, we’re ready to take on any project your company may have. Reach out today for more information about how we can help you achieve success.
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Competitive Prices
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Excellent Customer Service
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Quality Products
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Timely Deliveries
quality
That is unmatched
Service
That goes above & beyond
Integrity
That is uncompromised
1994
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The Beginning
Leading Edge was founded in June of 1994. It started out in a small, 2500 square foot shop, on the banks of the Vermillion River.
2001
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Bigger & Better
Due to the need for more space, Leading Edge moved to its current 26,000 square foot facility in Youngsville, LA.
2008
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Sole Ownership
Steve Himel purchased his partner’s portion of the company.
2017
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A New Era
With the future in mind Steve & Felicia named Stephanie Clotiaux their eldest daughter, the Chief Operations Officer of the company.
2021
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Passing the Torch
Steve and Felicia named Stephanie Clotiaux CEO of the company.
Meet Our Team
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Stephanie Clotiaux
Chief Executive Officer
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Jeremy Himel
Director of Operations
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Caleb Clotiaux
Director of Sales
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Grady Tardiff
Sales Account Manager
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Dominique Vincent
Sales Support Admin
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Steve Himel
Business Development
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Felicia Himel
Accounting
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Holly Stevens
Office Administrator
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Dylan Viator
Procurement & Logistics Manager
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Kevin Ellender
Design & Drafting Manager
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Gary Ferstl
Design & Drafting
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Sith Thalanh
Design & Drafting
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Nick Broussard
Design & Drafting
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Shane Camacho
Parts Manager
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Jacob Atkinson
Fabrication & Finishing Manager
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Martin Bernard
Coatings & Assembly Manager
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Chaswill Phillips
Quality Inspector
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