Business First Bancshares, Inc. Names David R. "Jude" Melville III, Board Chair and Rolfe H. McCollister Jr., Lead Independent Director

In this role, Melville will lead the work to set the agenda for the board, leveraging his deep understanding of the business to elevate the right strategic opportunities and identify key risks and mitigation approaches for the board's review. In addition to serving as chair, Melville will continue to serve as President and CEO of the company. As lead independent director, McCollister will retain significant authority including providing input on behalf of the independent directors on board agendas, calling ...