Our Vision
To transform Canal Street into a world-renowned vibrant, diverse, and pedestrian-friendly hub that celebrates its rich cultural heritage, fosters economic growth, and creates a welcoming experience for residents and visitors alike.
Celebrate Canal! Coalition Board of Directors
Organization Partners
Blue Ribbon Advisory Committee Members
- Gayle Benson, New Orleans Saints & Pelicans
- Matt Brown, Canal Place
- Hon. Latoya Cantrell, City of New Orleans
- Jim Cook, Sheraton
- Gregory Curtis, Windsor Court
- Betsie Gambel, Gambel Communications
- Daniel Hammer, Historic New Orleans Collection
- Lesli Harris, City Council District B (American Sector side)
- Michael Hecht, GNO, Inc.
- Russ Herman, Herman, Herman & Katz
- Freddie King, City Council District C (Vieux Carre side)
- Esther Oh Kostecky, Four Seasons
- Walt Leger III, New Orleans & Co.
- Sandra Lindquist, NO Chamber of Commerce
- Helena Moreno, City Council President
- Wayne Morriss, Ritz-Carlton
- Samir Mowad, Caesar’s
- Terrance Osborne, Renowned Artist
- Steve Pettus, Dickie Brennan & Co.
- Chris Ross, Chair of DDD
- Andre Rubenstein, Rubenstein’s
- John Williams, Williams Architects