Celebrate Canal Unveils Revitalization Plan After 1st Full Year

Celebrate Canal Unveils Revitalization Plan After 1st Full Year By Kelly Hite  The Celebrate Canal Coalition, a citizen-led organization revitalizing the Canal Street corridor, closed out its first year with a quarterly meeting at the Astor Crowne Plaza that drew 102 participants and marked a shift to physical redevelopment along the Canal Street corridor. The […]

Celebrate Canal! Coalition Sets Sights on Next Phase

Celebrate Canal! Coalition Sets Sights on Next Phase By Kelly Hite NEW ORLEANS – The Celebrate Canal! Coalition is marking a milestone year of revitalization, community engagement, and growing momentum for one of New Orleans’ most historic corridors.  “It’s been a fabulous year so far — and we’re still going!” said Sandra Herman, founder of the Celebrate Canal! Coalition. […]

Dajah Roberts
Office Manager

Dajah Roberts, Office Manager Dajah J. Roberts is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in various office environments, excelling in organizational skills and collaboration. A native New Orleanian and lover of history, previously as a Legal Support Specialist at Taylor Wellons Politz Duhe. Dajah is a graduate of Chalmette High School and […]

Alexandra Holliday
Development
Policy Strategist

Alexandra Holliday, Development, and Policy Strategist Alexandra Holliday is a committed researcher, strategist, and advocate for sustainable economic development through maritime trade and urban revitalization. Hailing from Louisiana, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Government and Sociology from Georgetown University. After gaining valuable experience on Capitol Hill and in the fashion industry—where she developed a […]

Gail B. McKenna

Gail McKenna Gail B. McKenna is the President of the GBM Group, L.L.C., a minority-owned business based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Formerly known as GR Marketing, Inc. from 1986 to 1996, the company specializes in various services including marketing, public relations, community engagement, event planning, advertising, open access initiatives, conflict resolution, and life skills training. […]