Mark Vincent
@MarkvBrewAgency
Biography
New Orleans Native who’s fallen in love with Marketing and Branding.
Kalen Gray
@Graykalen37
Biography
Kalen Gray, a NOCHI alum and seasoned culinary professional, now serves as a Culinary Instructor at his alma mater, mentoring aspiring chefs in kitchen management, food safety, and modern cooking technique. His career spans roles from line cook to executive chef, with leadership positions at renowned establishments such as Saint John, Doris Metropolitan, and Pascal’s Manale. In these roles, he has overseen kitchen operations, mentored culinary teams, and played a key role in menu innovation and ingredient sourcing. With a commitment to continuous learning and innovation, Kalen brings real-world industry knowledge into the classroom, preparing the next generation of chefs for success in the fast-paced culinary world.
Leroy Brown
@leroybrown816
Biography
I am a native of Louisiana. I was born and raised in North Louisiana and moved to New Orleans in 1987. I was instantly hooked. I was able to learn, grow and evolve with a community of friends which I am still close with today. I want to help create opportunities for future generations, so they can have the opportunity to develop their concepts and ideas while being supported by the culture and community that is New Orleans
Muhammad Shahid
@mshahid
Biography
Curious to explore and contribute inclusive diversity with IT background
Lawrence Jackson
@Ljackjr
Biography
I am a native of New Orleans' historic Ninth Ward community. I am ABD and have completed all coursework for my doctorate degree in Education Technology. Over the last 5 years I have served at STEM NOLA, where currently my role is Chief Administrative Officer. I love engaging youth and young adults in STEM!
Wali A Ricks
@DueceDawgQue
Biography
Pratik Shah
@Innovo
Biography
I am Co-Founder and CEO of Innovo Markets. I have a 20 year career in trading and digitizing manual outdated markets. Innovo recognizes that solving our climate crisis requires technological adoption. Scaling and grown of renewable energy markets won't happen on legacy systems and that is where Innovo comes in.
Lance Henderson
@L4nc3
Biography
If I can help someone as I pass along. If I can show someone he's traveling wrong. If I can uplift their spirit with a word or song, then my living is not in vain
Lance Henderson
@L4nc3
Biography
If I can help someone as I pass along. If I can show someone he's traveling wrong. If I can uplift their spirit with a word or song, then my living is not in vain
Lance Henderson
@L4nc3
Biography
If I can help someone as I pass along. If I can show someone he's traveling wrong. If I can uplift their spirit with a word or song, then my living is not in vain