The Drive to Give Back
There are two contributing factors to Robert Weinmann’s success — his ability to build relationships and his generosity.
CEO PROFILE
A Storied History
New Orleans has always been a city steeped in stories. From its crumbling walls in the French Quarter to its graveyard “Cities of the Dead” to cannons on the Chalmette Battlefield, the tales that inhabit New Orleans are as rich and diverse as the city itself.
Simple Mission
Michael Holmes opens clear communication channels for radiology patients.
A Plan to Grow UNO
As the president of the University of New Orleans, John Nicklow, PhD, champions the university for students and the city alike.
Germ Warfare
A local businessman promotes a new system to combat viruses and bacteria.
Leading-Edge Healthcare
Physician leadership is the secret to the LSU Healthcare Network’s success.
Youth Empowerment on the Run
As executive director of Youth Run NOLA, Denali Lander helps students improve their fitness and their self-esteem.
Inspired Education
Some heroes are unsung, making their stories all the more worth telling.
Putting the Fun in Fundraising
Chad Landry, founder of New Orleans Lympho-Maniacs Cancer Fund, hosts the city’s biggest dance party to benefit local patients.
Continual Preparation
CPA partners at Kushner LaGraize plan for post-election tax opportunities.
People First
Local IberiaBank president puts employees and communities ahead of profit.
Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Michael Tipton, president of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation, advocates for our state’s children.
Leading-Edge Concepts
Ken Flower, president of Woodward Design+Build, shares the secrets of success.
One Hot Commodity
Planet Beach CEO, Stephen Smith, invents a way to work out and recover — at the same time.
Cost Innovation in Coordinated Care
Dr. Steven Udvarhelyi is advocating change as the new CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana.
Hands-on Interaction
Sterling Surgical Hospital Administrator Chris Daniel is eyeing the future of healthcare.
Tom Neyhart: Sunshine and Positive Energy
The owner of a solar power company might typically embrace the technology out of passion for clean energy. But at PosiGen, Tom Neyhart is much more in the business of helping people.
New Heights in Healthcare
Paradigm Health System’s president shares his secrets to success.
Make Yourself at Home
The owner of Red Bean Realty realizes the importance of knowing your client and your inventory.
When Ideas Take Off
A local businessman launches a New Orleans-based regional air carrier to connect underserved mid-South markets.
Preserving the Past
Bill Rau treasures not only fine antiques but also his family’s legacy.
When the Mission Meets the Man
The YMCA of Greater New Orleans has found a spiritual leader in its president and CEO Gordon Wadge.
Building a Strong Foundation
Attorney David Sherman donates his time to bring serious impact to the city.
Operation: Healthcare
LCMC Health CEO Greg Feirn understands the business of running a major hospital group.
Youth Matters
Founder and CEO of Enriched Schools, André Feigler, seeks to transform guest education.
Path to Prosperity
Melissa Ehlinger leads the charge at the New Orleans Business Alliance.
Game-Changer
GNOF president and CEO Albert Ruesga aims to change New Orleans for the better — one philanthropic act at a time.
Pride and Joy
For president and general manager of Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans Jamie Moll, success is all about hard work and a commitment to customer service.
Lights, Camera, Action!
The young president and co-founder of The Solomon Group, Gary Solomon, Jr., knows how to light up a room.
Shelter From the Storm
Mary Claire Landry helps victims of domestic violence reclaim their lives. Romantic and family relationships are ideally about love, but, in some dark cases, emotional abuse and physical violence can take root. And because victims’ lives are so intertwined psychologically and financially with their abusers, escape from these relationships is often difficult.
Eye on the Prize
A local real estate developer, and New Orleans returnee, focuses on community transformation to help the city thrive.
Man on a Mission
Octavio Mantilla has found a home in the New Orleans restaurant world.
Designing a Sustainable Future
Architect and developer Gerald Billes builds up New Orleans.
Right Direction
Nicole Blair helps create opportunities for a nontraditional workforce.
Woman on a Mission
A local healthcare consultant has far-reaching plans for the Crescent City.
Skyward Bound
A local spa owner turns to automation for the ultimate body-bliss experience.
Living a Legacy
Brandon Berger finds flourishing opportunities at home in New Orleans. When Brandon Berger moved back to New Orleans in 2008 to take a role in the family business—commercial real estate development firm The Berger Company—the city was a tough sell.
An Interview with Dr. Karen DeSalvo, New Orleans Health Commissioner
When we talk about healthcare in America, we’re normally talking about things like doctor visits, prescriptions, emergency services, out-of-pocket costs and insurance.
An Interview with José Suquet, CEO of Pan-American Life Insurance Group
Today, Miami is considered the United States’ gateway to Latin America, but throughout much of the 20th century, New Orleans filled that role.
An Interview with Mike Rogers, Chief Executive Officer of SCT Management Services
An old joke goes, “It’s easy to quit smoking. I know because I’ve done it hundreds of times.” Of course, the truth underlying this joke is that it’s really, really hard to quit smoking cigarettes. It’s been said that first-time quitters suffer the same 75% relapse rate as recovering alcoholics and heroin addicts.
Gary LaGrange
Interview with Gary LaGrange, President and CEO of the Port of New Orleans
Interview with Karyn Kearny
Executive Vice President and Managing Director of the Audubon Nature Institute
Stirling Vision
Stirling Properties CEO Sees Vibrant Future for City’s Commercial Real Estate Market
A Man of Great Tastes
Greg Reggio and The Taste Buds serve up great food and dish out community spirit.
Gulf’s Shallow Waters Provide a Niche for Business
CEO leads largest underwater contractor to three-fold increase in revenue and staff
New CEO of New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corporation Weighs In on Goals and Plans
As the organization’s new CEO, Mark Romig brings a passion for his hometown that will drive an ambitious plan to grow leisure tourism toward the city’s tri-centennial and beyond.
Fair Trade
The restaurant industry’s new CEO brings his practical guidance to the table
The Business Side of Taking Care of People
Warner Thomas on leading the New Orleans region’s biggest hospital
Savoring the Experience
Kevin Kimball helps bring together world-renowned winemakers and chefs for the New Orleans Wine and Food Experience
Rolling the Credits
FBT Film and Entertainment acts as a central resource to provide the film industry with everything it needs
Harvesting Opportunity
David Guidry’s family farm sowed the seeds for a successful business
Hales Yeah!
For this lifelong Saints fan, overseeing the marketing initiatives for the franchise is a dream come true
Great Gaines
Ochsner recognizes a shift in health care and brings in a new executive to help lead the way
Homegrown Idea
A local nonprofit corners the farmers’ market and strengthens community at the same time
One Bright Bulb
The CEO of Entergy Louisiana and Entergy Gulf States has mastered the industry she loves
Bridging the Digital Divide
GNO, Inc. helps three cutting-edge companies open offices in New Orleans
For Love of Country
Cuban-American attorney George Fowler III has found success in New Orleans while supporting the people of his homeland
The Reitz Stuff
Holding down insurance costs is a priority for the president and CEO of BlueCross BlueShield
Flower Power
Woodward Design+Build has blossomed under the direction of its dynamic president
A Culinary Ambassador
Chef John Folse is known the world over as an authority on Cajun and Creole cuisine
Got (Local) Milk?
Louisiana’s Kleinpeter Farms Dairy gives its cows and its customers only the best
Cutting-Edge Care
Humana is a pioneer in the health insurance industry and division president Jeff Fernandez is proud of that
Up to the Challenge
The president and CEO of GNO Inc. is planning to make Louisiana more business-friendly
Cornerstone of the Community
Ochsner Hospital is fundamentally important to New Orleans, and CEO Pat Quinlan wants to keep it that way
Bank On It
Capital One’s Steve Hemperley believes New Orleans is impervious to recent fluctuations in the economy
Saints and the City
Rita Benson LeBlanc does double duty by supporting both the team and the city she loves
Nature Preserver
Self-described “zoo-keeper” Ron Forman runs Audubon first and foremost for the kids
Your Go-To Guy
If there’s something you need to know about real estate, Arthur Sterbcow is the man to ask
Home Sweet Home
Ritz-Carlton GM Myra deGersdorff wants guests to feel as comfortable in New Orleans as she does
A Movable Feast
Joyce Godbold creates a sensation with the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience
Long-Distance Affair
As president of AT&T Louisiana, Bill Oliver has found the perfect career match
Shell and High Water
New Orleans native Frank Glaviano is proud that his company has stood by his hometown
The Whole Package
Harrah’s ranks in the top 100 of world-class hotels, making it a brand-new classic
Blue-Ribbon Panel
A coalition of health care providers intends to reform health care in Louisiana
In the Company of First Responders
The little-ambulance-service-that-could did— while saving lives every step of the way
Makin’ Groceries
By focusing on customer service and local products, Rouses intends on being a Louisiana favorite
Hail Cesar!
A true community leader, Cesar R. Burgos works to bring New Orleans back—better than ever
Recipe for Success
Solid friendships plus chef experience equals two flourishing restaurant chains
Many happy returns
A Harrah’s executive comes back to spread the word that New Orleans is ready for business