Build East Baton Rouge president says she is stepping down as head of organizationBATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish's redevelopment authority announced Thursday that its current president will be leaving. Build East Baton Rouge said in a news release that President and Chief Executive Officer Deidre Deculus Robert will pursue a new career opportunity and is stepping down. Under Roberts' leadership, Build East Baton Rouge secured more than $1.5 million in grants, according to a news release. Roberts says she is proud to have worked for Build and is thankful to those who helped the organization's progress. "Serving as President and CEO of Build East Baton Rouge has been one of the greatest honors of my professional life," Robert said.