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JOSE S. SUQUET
KRISTIN SWANSON SCOTT
ROBERT “BOB” ANGELICO
VP of Operations Swanson Insurance Agency
Shareholder Liskow & Lewis
In his more than 17 years leading this international insurance and financial services provider, Suquet and his team say they have more than doubled the size of the company through strategic mergers and acquisitions with a renewed focus on life, health and personal accident insurance. Founded in 1911, Pan-American is headquartered in the Poydras Street tower that bears its name.
After graduating from LSU, Scott returned home to join and eventually run her family’s Gentilly-based insurance agency. The company was founded in 1985 and she took the reins in 2016. She’s “committed to bringing the business her grandfather started into the modern age” and to supporting the “ever-changing landscape of the greater New Orleans area.”
This nationally known business lawyer has years of experience helping top-tier companies navigate sophisticated tax issues. He heads the firm’s tax practice group, where he works to minimize the tax obligations of his clients, which include manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, nonprofits and construction businesses. He’s a DePaul Community Health Centers board member.
Education: University of Miami (MBA), Fordham University (BS) On the Horizon: “The company is enjoying great growth in 2022 after two difficult COVID years.” Nonprofit Cause: New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation Advice: “God gave us two ears and one mouth so we can listen more!”
Education: Louisiana State University (BS) Advice: “Get comfortable being uncomfortable.” Hidden Gem: Meals from the Heart Cafe Nonprofit Cause: Neighborhood Housing Services of New Orleans Hero: Michelle Obama Go-to Restaurant: New Orleans Food and Spirits Hidden Gem: Meals from the Heart
Education: Loyola University New Orleans (JD), Louisiana State University (BS) Advice: “Don’t be afraid to give a client your opinion; that’s what they are paying for!” Hidden Talent: “I used to be a bartender, so I can mix almost any cocktail.” Go-to Restaurant: Mandina’s Hobby/Passion: “Being a Saints fan!”
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MORRIS BART
MARK BEEBE
Owner Morris Bart
Partner Adams and Reese
MAGDALEN BLESSEY BICKFORD
Morris Bart is an award-winning New Orleans personal injury attorney with more than 40 years of experience. He’s developed a national reputation as a leader in pharmaceutical, medical devices, and other mass torts litigations, achieving multimillion dollar recoveries for his clients. He’s also a pioneer in marketing, as evidenced by his iconic billboards and commercials.
Beebe is an accomplished antitrust and commercial litigation lawyer who represents clients in courts nationwide and in multidistrict litigation and class action litigation. He’s president of the International Association of Defense Counsel, a global organization for advocates representing corporate and insurance interests. He’s active in New Orleans civic affairs.
With more than 25 years of legal experience, Bickford took over McGlinchey’s New Orleans office, the firm’s first and largest, in 2021. She reorganized the office’s structure and processes, focusing on growth strategy and strengthening the firm’s inclusive culture. She aims to “empower employees to succeed and surpass clients’ expectations by delivering exceptional service.”
Education: Loyola University New Orleans (JD), University of New Orleans (BA) Hidden Gem: Haiku for great sushi Nonprofit Cause: Second Harvest Food Bank Advice: “My father told me, ‘Early to bed. Early to rise. Work like hell and advertise!’” Best Part of Job: “I love that I get to help people from all walks of life.”
Education: Tulane University (JD, BA) Go-to Restaurant: Crabby Jack’s and Galatoire’s Hidden Gem: Maïs Arepas, a Colombian restaurant on Carondelet Best Fest: Jazz Fest Hobby/Passion: “My hobby is ‘Army’ golf (left, right, left … of the hole). My passion is my family.” Nonprofit Cause: Catholic Charities and NOCCA
Education: Loyola University (JD, BA) Louisiana State University Nonprofit Cause: Easter Seals Louisiana Advice: “To copy the message of the Dr. Bob painting in my office: ‘Be Nice or Leave.’” Hidden Gem: Ristorante Filippo Hobby/Passion: “Serving as a leader of my wine club, Kru du Vin.”
President and CEO Pan-American Life Insurance Group
Managing Member McGlinchey Stafford
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