We present here our annual class of top female achievers, any one of whom could have made the list in previous years. As is our tradition, in presenting our achievers we not only honor them but also hope to learn from them as they reveal mentors and offer advice. Our city is richer because of these women who were selected by our editorial staff. Future generations, we trust, will benefit because these women provided inspiration.
Producing Artistic Director, Southern Rep
Owner and designer, Trashy Diva
Director of Marketing, The Shops at Canal Place
Chairman of the Board, Urban League of Greater New Orleans
Attorney and mediator, Carver, Darden, Koretzky, Tessier, Finn, Blossman and Areaux, LLC
Children s Musician and Author
Attorney, New Orleans Workers Center for Racial Justice
Associate Professor of English and Associate Dean, Newcomb-Tulane College
Owner, Franco’s Health Club and Spa
Volunteer and Incoming President, City Park Board of Commissioners