7 Of The Richest People In New Orleans And Here’s How They Did It
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Kezia Kamenetz
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If you’ve ever wondered who the richest people in New Orleans are, there’s good reason for it. There’s no comprehensive list out there that ranks everyone’s net worth, but there are some big movers and shakers in New Orleans whose wealth is well known. We’ve rounded up a list of business men who have proven their business acumen and made a fortune for themselves. Here are 7 of the richest people in New Orleans.
Mr. Torres first came into fame following Katrina when his trash business exploded on the scene and did a fine service ensuring the people of New Orleans could clear away the debris left from the storm. Now he runs a capital investment firm called IV Capital, which has plans to invest over 60 million dollars into New Orleans by the end of 2017.
Mr. Platt has been at the helm of this large company since 2012, a company that provides offshore service vessels to energy companies.
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Mr. Ryan is the head of First NBC, which has over 45 branches in Louisiana and five in Florida.
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While specific net worth information isn't available for Mr. Cummings, he is a well known real estate developer in New Orleans responsible for such projects as the National Rice Mill Lofts, the International House Hotel, and the condos at 866 Camp St.
This large scale energy provider is based in New Orleans and has been led by Mr. Denault since 2013.
Another well known real estate developer in New Orleans, Mr. Kabacoff was involved in countless apartment, condo, and hotel operations throughout New Orleans and the greater gulf coast area, and has now expanded across the country.
The richest person in both New Orleans and Louisiana, Tom Benson is best known now as the owner of the Saints and the Pelicans, and for the entrenched battle currently going on over his estate as he ages.
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