Ladies Who Launch 2020

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Celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit, professional accomplishments and community involvement of New Orleans-area business women.

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Shirley “Toni” McCord OWNER, SHIRLEY “TONI” MCCORD, CPA, APAC

Since 2000, Shirley “Toni” McCord, CPA, APAC, has offered clients peace of mind and trusted expertise.

“Financial decisions of any magnitude involve a series of complex, often-intimidating questions that can cause feelings of uncertainty and stress,” says Toni.

Assisting individuals and small to midsize businesses, her firm provides a full range of consulting and tax services to help clients navigate their most significant decisions with ease and efficiency, especially important today.

A sought-after presenter, McCord is active on community boards.

2908 Hessmer Avenue, Metairie 504.888.8333 | tonimccordcpa.com

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Dee Clubb CEO, OMNI ADVERTISING·MARKETING·PR, INC.

A communication strategist, Dee Allen Clubb founded OMNI Advertising in 1991 as a comprehensive source for marketing strategy, positioning, planning, and implementation.

“There is an art to crafting clear and compelling messages,” says Dee. “At OMNI, we put the ‘Oh, Wow!’ in your message.”

OMNI assists clients with creative development, television/radio/print/web production, and media buying. Defining herself through faith, family and friends, Dee serves as CEO, and is also a published author and active community board member.

2517 Margie Street, Metairie 504.454.3840 | omniadv.com 32 ST. CHARLES AVENUE AUGUST 2020

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Rivers Spencer OWNER & INTERIOR DESIGNER, RIVERS SPENCER

Known for her design expertise, Rivers Spencer breathed new life into the New Orleans home design market when she opened her Magazine Street boutique in 2012—now the designer and entrepreneur is extending her reach with Rivers Spencer Home, a line of personally designed, internationally crafted home goods and furnishings.

“Rivers Spencer Home is an extension of who I am as a designer and serves as an expansion of my original New Orleans-made furniture line,” says Rivers. With the new line, Rivers is able to fill the void of high-quality, transitional furniture—updated yet traditional pieces that are often in short supply.

A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Rivers Spencer has been featured in local and national publications, including House Beautiful.

In New Orleans and across the US, Rivers is known for her distinctive, custom interior design style that elevates and updates the old-world New Orleans feel.

On Fridays, look for tips and tidbits from Rivers on Instagram IGTV (@RiversSpencer, @ ShopRiversSpencer, @RiversSpencerHome).

3909 Magazine Street, New Orleans 504.609.2436 | shop.riversspencer.com

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Maria Barcelona

OWNER/FOUNDER, MARIA BARCELONA INTERIORS

Maria Barcelona has always been an artist with an eye for design, and in 2000, she founded Maria Barcelona Interiors to deliver unique, stylish designs with thoughtful, tailored service and meticulous attention to detail.

Alongside Paul Dodson, Maria is dedicated to bringing clients’ visions to life, whether making bold statements or creating serene environments. Maria has managed full projects, designed furniture plans, or created unique finishing touches for clients across the country, local Designer Showcase Homes, and two HGTV series.

9501 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge 504.305.5095 | mariabinteriors.com

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Emily Morrison FOUNDER, ELYSIAN BY EM

Emily Morrison founded Elysian by Em following a transformative trip to Istanbul, Turkey, where one-of-a-kind textiles, handdyed silks, hand-woven silk velvet fabrics, and handcrafted accessories caught her discerning eye. With Elysian by Em, the former Howard Weil investment banker and mother of triplets now curates pillows, clutches, totes, caftans, towels, jewelry, slides, blankets, leather goods, and handmade wool and silk rugs that transport you to a world ďŹ lled with saturated colors, rich patterns, and textures rooted in history.

5119 Magazine St., New Orleans 504.236.6096 | elysianbyem.com @ElysianByEm 34 ST. CHARLES AVENUE AUGUST 2020

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Dr. Bonnie Desselle CHIEF MEDICAL EDUCATION OFFICER, CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL NEW ORLEANS

Following her mother’s battle with cancer, New Orleans native Dr. Bonnie Desselle was inspired to pursue a career in medicine and serve the most critically ill. After directing the LSU Pediatric Residency Program for fifteen years, she was recently named Chief Medical Education Officer at Children’s Hospital New Orleans, the regional leader in pediatric health. A passionate clinician and educator, Dr. Desselle provides life-saving care for critically ill children while training the next generation of pediatricians from both LSU and Tulane Schools of Medicine.

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CJ Jumonville OWNER/MANAGING PARTNER, ACROPOLIS ON FRERET

With Acropolis on Freret, CJ Jumonville adds restaurant ownership to her extensive hospitality, non-profit, television, and production experience. For CJ, serving others has always had the biggest draw. Now with the re-opening of Acropolis on Freret, she combines the love of service with a welcoming concept, distinctive specials and one of the largest Mediterranean wine lists in the city. CJ’s community involvement includes serving as Past President of the Rotary Club of New Orleans Riverbend, President of East Jefferson Business Association and a member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs.

4510 Freret St., New Orleans 504.309.0069 | acropolisonfreret.com 36 ST. CHARLES AVENUE AUGUST 2020

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Casey Langteau Johnson OWNER, CASEY LANGTEAU ART

A passion for painting and the festive, charming nature of New Orleans is evident along the walls of Casey Langteau Art, the new Magazine Street gallery by local artist Casey Langteau Johnson. An LSU Studio Arts graduate, Casey creates thick, touchable textures in tranquil blues, neutrals, and metallics. Known for her calming yet celebratory interpretations of New Orleans’ culture and relationship to the coast, Casey creates custom, southern artwork for local collectors as well as homes around the world.

4700 Magazine Street, New Orleans 504.500.8164 | caseylangteauart.com @caseylangteauart

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