New Orleans Tourism and Hospitality Leaders Honored in 2026 Power List

CityBusiness recognizes professionals shaping the city's restaurants, hotels, events, and retail.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 7:42pm

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A bold, geometric illustration in the Art Deco style, featuring sweeping gradients and towering architectural forms that capture the grand scale and romance of New Orleans' tourism industry.The CityBusiness Power List celebrates the influential leaders who are elevating New Orleans' vibrant tourism and hospitality scene.New Orleans Today

CityBusiness has released its annual 'Power List' highlighting influential individuals in New Orleans' tourism and hospitality industry. The list features professionals from restaurants, breweries, hotels, retail, and event planning, showcasing the central role these sectors play in the city's economy and identity.

Why it matters

New Orleans is a top travel destination, and the people recognized in this Power List are the leaders shaping the city's vibrant hospitality landscape. The diverse mix of honorees, from restaurateurs to festival organizers, demonstrates the breadth of the industry's impact.

The details

The CityBusiness Power List recognizes professionals across New Orleans' tourism and hospitality sectors, including restaurants, breweries, hotels, retail, and event planning. The list highlights the industry's pivotal role in the city's economy and identity as a top travel destination.

  • CityBusiness releases its annual Power List in April each year.
  • The next Power List, focusing on human resource leaders, will be published in July 2026.

The players

CityBusiness

A local business publication that releases an annual 'Power List' recognizing influential professionals in various industries.

Lance Traweek

The editor of CityBusiness who can be reached for more information about the Power List.

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What they’re saying

“In a city whose identity and economy are so closely tied to hospitality, these are people who play a pivotal role in making New Orleans a top travel destination.”

— Lance Traweek, Editor

What’s next

The next CityBusiness Power List, focusing on human resource leaders, will be published in July 2026.

The takeaway

The CityBusiness Power List highlights the diverse and influential professionals who are shaping New Orleans' thriving tourism and hospitality industry, which is central to the city's economy and identity.