WRKF Tenth Annual Founders Luncheon with Kai Ryssdal

Kai Ryssdal, the host and senior editor of Marketplace, will speak at noon during WRKF’s 10th Annual Founders Luncheon at the Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge on Friday, September 25, 2026. Kai Ryssdal is known most for his widely heard program on business and the economy — radio or television, commercial or public broadcasting.

Doors open at 11:15 a.m. The luncheon starts at noon.

Ticket and Tables

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS:

• Non-WRKF Member Individual Ticket: $175
• WRKF Member Individual Ticket: $135

RESERVED TABLES:

Table Sponsorship: $1,300

• Reserved table for 10 with sponsor's name
• Name on event web page, social media, table rounds, and event presentation screens

Supporting Table Sponsorship: $2,100

• One table for 10 guests
• Pre-lunch VIP party with Kai Ryssdal for 10 attendees
• Reserved table for 10 with sponsor's name
• Photo opportunity with Kai Ryssdal
• Logo on event web page, social media, table rounds, and event presentation screens

A limited number of major sponsorships are available.

Click the Get Tickets button above to register using your bank card.

Print and mail this form to register by mail.

Your participation keeps WRKF's news, cultural programming, and public safety information free for everyone in our community.

Thanks to Premier Sponsor East Baton Rouge Parish Library

Supporting Sponsors

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