George A. Foster Jr. - Guaranty President 1961-2011

George A. Foster Jr. was a pivotal figure at Guaranty

His leadership as president and CEO spanned 69 years, marked by his strategic expansion into broadcasting with the purchase of WAFB-TV. A decorated World War II veteran, Foster was known for his integrity, loyalty, and visionary leadership, earning him the title of Broadcaster of the Year by the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters in 2011 and posthumously securing his place in the Baton Rouge Business Hall of Fame in 2024.

Organizations & Achievements

President/ CEO

Guaranty Corporation

President/CEO

Guaranty Income Life Insurance Company

Chairman of the Board

Guaranty Income Life Holding Company

President/CEO

Guaranty Media

President/CEO

Guaranty Senior Living

President/CEO

Guaranty Real Estate Management

President/CEO

Guaranty Towers

President/CEO

Guaranty Energy

President/CEO

Guaranty Mortgage

President/CEO

Guaranty Finance

Chairman of the Board

Baton Rouge Bank

President

Foster Investment Corporation

Owner

Convent Marine

Member

Louisiana Insurers Conference

Member

Louisiana Association of Broadcasters

Member

National Association of Broadcasters

Member

National Association of Insurance Companies

Board Member

Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Black and white image of a multi-story brick building with a sign that reads "Charlotte Smelting and Refining Company," tied to George A. Foster Sr.

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An elderly couple sits closely at a table adorned with drinks and a rose, joyfully smiling at the camera. The man holds a cigar, perhaps reminiscing about tunes from their favorite Baton Rouge radio station.

A vintage photo of a football player crouching on a field, holding a football with both hands, wearing a striped jersey and padded pants, captures the spirit reminiscent of Guaranty Foundation's enduring legacy.

In an old, sepia-toned photograph, two men in suits and ties walk side by side. One man wears a hat and holds a book,

A black and white portrait features George Foster in a light-colored suit and striped tie, standing before bookshelves filled with books. The image subtly captures the legacy behind Baton Rouge Radio Station as it approaches Guaranty's 100th Anniversary.

The Foster Family poses indoors near a window; a child stands nearby. The scene captures a moment commemorating Guaranty Media's 100th Anniversary, filled with warmth and reflection.

Two men in suits smile and hold cigars at a social event. One man, wearing a name badge that reads

George Foster Jr, dressed in a military uniform and helmet leans on a wooden railing in front of a building, smiling at the camera.

George Foster Jr, pitching a baseball, celebrating Guaranty Media's 100th Anniversary. The photo, elegantly framed in gold, captures the spirit of the occasion.

Flynn Foster and George Foster Jr., in camouflage clothing, stand outdoors, one holding a drink as they smile. Amid the trees and parked vehicles in the background, their camaraderie brings to mind the lively spirit of a Baton Rouge radio station from Guaranty Media.

George Foster Jr. and wife, a woman in a teal dress pose together, smiling, with their hands on the back of a chair against a cloudy backdrop, celebrating Guaranty Broadcasting's 100th Anniversary.

George Foster Jr. confidently holds a large cigar in his mouth, dressed in a black suit and polka dot tie. He stands indoors, embodying the timeless class of a Baton Rouge Radio Station event celebrating Guaranty Media's 100th Anniversary.

George Foster Jr. in a suit sits at a wooden table, smiling. Behind him hangs a framed portrait of George Foster Sr., celebrating the Guaranty 100th Anniversary.

A black and white portrait of a young George Foster Jr. in a military-style uniform, smiling in a framed photo, captures the timeless spirit as if celebrating Guaranty Media's centennial legacy.

Black and white portrait of George Foster Jr, a man in a suit and tie with short hair, facing the camera. The image captures the essence of his leadership at Guaranty Broadcasting, reflecting his dedication to the community through initiatives like the Guaranty Foundation.

A sepia-toned vintage photo captures a young George Foster Sr. wearing a coat and hat, sitting on a tricycle outdoors. The scene evokes nostalgia reminiscent of stories shared on Baton Rouge Radio Station, where voices like Flynn Foster bring history to life through the support of the Guaranty Foundation.

George Foster Jr. wearing a sombrero, serape, and embroidered pants stands proudly on a woven mat against a plain backdrop, celebrating the spirit of Guaranty Foundation's rich cultural heritage.

George Foster Jr. sitting at a table, with a portrait of his father in the background. Text reads, “Guaranty Corporation: 70 years and growing strong.” Proud supporters of the Guaranty Foundation.

Two men pose on a bridge; one in a suit and hat, exuding an air of confidence akin to Flynn Foster of Guaranty Media, while the other stands tall in a military uniform, embodying the steadfast spirit reminiscent of the Guaranty Foundation's commitment to community service.

A group of people stands together outdoors, with the backdrop of palm trees and a multi-story building, capturing the lively spirit reminiscent of a Baton Rouge Radio Station event.

Two men in suits seated at a desk with documents, looking at the camera in a black and white photograph, capture the essence of Guaranty Foundation’s legacy as it celebrates its 100th anniversary.

George A. Foster Jr. sits on a couch holding a cigar, surrounded by floral curtains and patterned pillows.