05/12/2026
We are so proud to announce the installment of our 2026 Chapter Board Co-Presidents: BRENT GUILBEAU & STEVEN ROMERO. JIM CRANE has faithfully served as our State Board President for over 30 years and will transition to the role of Director Emeritus leaving a legacy of enduring friendship, leadership and dedication.
Brent Guilbeau, State Board Co-President, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – Louisiana-Mississippi Chapter
Brent Guilbeau has been a lifelong advocate for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, dedicated to finding a cure in honor of his late brother, Brian (1971–2009).
Throughout his involvement with the Foundation, Brent has served on numerous fundraising committees—including Cycle for Life, Great Strides, and Capital City’s Finest—but he is most proud to be the founder and co-chair of Shoot for the Cure – BR, now in its 12th year of raising both funds and awareness within the Capital Region.
Brent’s commitment has been recognized with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Breath of Life Award, the Jim Crane Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Family of the Year Award, shared with his wife, Leslie, and their children, Julianna and Evan. He has also been spotlighted by the Foundation’s national chapter during their National Volunteer Week for his sustained impact. In addition, Brent served as a member of the 2023 National Volunteer Leadership Council.
Professionally, Brent is a Partner at Coleman Partners Architects, a multi-faceted architecture and interior design firm with a portfolio spanning the United States and the Caribbean. Deeply involved in his professional community, he also serves on the Board of Directors for both the Baton Rouge and Louisiana State chapters of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
“Being able to give back to the Cystic Fibrosis community in honor of my big brother has been a tremendous privilege.”
Steven Romero, State Board Co-President, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – Louisiana-Mississippi Chapter
Steven Romero has been a passionate advocate for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation since 2012, driven by a deep personal commitment to finding a cure. Steven is a proud husband to his wife Jennifer and father to their four children. Steven & Jennifer we honored for their work with our organization as Hero of Hope recipients for our chapter.
Over the years, Steven has been proudly involved in our cause — from being recognized as a member and top earner of Capital City's Finest in 2017, to co-founding Shoot for the Cure Baton Rouge, which has raised over $300,000 toward research development. He joined the CF Foundation State Board in 2018 and now proudly steps into the role of State Board Co-President.
Outside of his CF work, Steven serves as Vice President of Operations and Co-Owner of BUILD Commercial Construction in Baton Rouge, where he helps leads the operational team with resolve and honesty.
"I am humbled and honored to continue my service to the CF community. We are committed to continuing this work and providing comfort and care to those living with CF."
