Insurance

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DUSTIN WOEHRMANN

CEO

Communify

Woehrmann has worked in the LGBTQ+ space for over 20 years. His company has designed and produced scores of websites, videos and brand campaigns for clients ranging from Showtime and Paramount Studios to nonprofits and LGBTQ advocate groups. For more than six years, Communify has led New Orleans & Company’s efforts to increase LGBTQ visitation to the city.

Education: California Institute of the Arts (MFA), University of Utah (BFA) Nonprofit Cause: Habitat for Humanity Advice: “Don’t burn bridges. Everything is cyclical.” Best Fest: French Quarter Fest Go-to Restaurant: Commander’s Palace Hidden Gem: The Bombay Club

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DONNA AUSTIN

Director of Decision Support

Peoples Health

In her leadership role at Peoples Health, Austin plays a direct part in nearly every decision the company makes. She pursues and implements innovative approaches to data analysis, interpretation and presentation in order to support planning and decision-making at all levels of the organization. She also assists in managing data as a corporate strategic resource.

Education: University of New Orleans (BS) Go-to Restaurant: Venezia Nonprofit Cause: The Bag Hunger Food Pantry at the Vineyard Church of New Orleans Hobby/Passion: Gardening Hero: “My mom. She is smart, brave and loving.” Advice: “Be nice.” Best Fest: Jazz Fest

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RYAN DAUL

Vice President

Daul Insurance Agency

Daul joined the family businesses in 2002 and became a licensed property and casualty insurance producer a year later. His goal within the independent agency is to “do what is best for the customer at all times.” He has served on numerous community boards, including Independent Insurance Agents of Greater New Orleans and Jefferson Chamber of Commerce.

Education: Tulane University (MBA), Loyola University New Orleans (BS) Nonprofit Cause: Westbank ARC Advice: “You can make a decision, and it does not have to be perfect all the time. We are allowed to make mistakes.” Hidden Gem: Fleming’s Best Fest: Gretna Fest

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ANNETTE DOWDLE

Senior Vice President

HUB International

Dowdle leads a team of consultants to advise clients on their employee benefit programs with a focus on strategic planning, underwriting, data analysis, marketing, compliance and custom communications. She’s on the HUB Gulf South executive team that shapes the overall direction of HUB employee benefits. She’s also a certified corporate wellness coach and health care reform specialist.

Education: University of South Alabama (BS) Go-to Restaurants: Tableau and Brennan’s Hidden Gem: “Vyoone’s has a great outdoor space and French charm.” On the Horizon: “QEX is a powerful new approach to designing and delivering a truly customized employee benefits plan.” Hobbies: Skiing, hiking and boating

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ROBBY MOSS

President and CEO

Hartwig Moss Insurance Agency

Founded in 1871, Hartwig Moss provides a full range of commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, and was one of the founding members of Intersure, an international consortium of independent agencies from around the world. Robby Moss IV joined the company in 1995 and has become the fifth generation of the family to lead it.

Education: Boston College (BS) Best Fest: Hogs for the Cause Nonprofit Cause: Fleur de Que Go-to Restaurant: Mr. John’s Steakhouse Advice: “I’m a firm believer in being nice, working hard and doing a bit more than is expected from others with no expectation of a benefit back to yourself.”

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SHAUN NORRIS

President

HUB International Gulf South

Norris entered the insurance brokerage business while he was a grad student at LSU. In 2004, he joined an agency where he now oversees a 70-plus agent production force and new business initiatives. His expertise is sales and marketing leadership, research and coordination. He’s an adjunct or guest lecturer at several universities, and a content provider for local and national media.

Education: Louisiana State University (MS, BS) Best Part of Job: “The responsibility. It’s never once felt like a burden.” Hero: “My dad.” Advice: “Don’t fall in love with a deal.” Go-to Restaurant: Luvi Best Fest: Jazz Fest Hidden Gem: Patrick’s Bar Vin