Annual Meeting
Annual Luncheon 2026
GNO, Inc.’s Annual Luncheon brings together over 1,200 business leaders to celebrate our region’s economic accomplishments and future plans.
The theme in 2026 is “Renewed, Refocused & Ready” and reflects how Greater New Orleans is harnessing fresh momentum, sharpening its priorities, and positioning itself to act, building on recent wins and hard-earned lessons to drive sustained economic growth and long-term competitiveness. Registration is open, order today!
The event will take place:
- Friday, February 27, 2026
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Empire Ballroom, 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, LA
Now more than ever, we thank you for your partnership and hope you can join us.
*Sponsorship of the GNO, Inc. Annual Luncheon is a prime opportunity to demonstrate your support for, and investment in, GNO, Inc. and regional economic development. For more information about the event or to explore sponsorship opportunities, contact Mary Lachapelle at mlachapelle@gnoinc.org.
Register Now2025 Annual Luncheon Video: In the Zone
2025 Annual Luncheon Presentation
2025 Annual Luncheon Song
Custom composition by DJ Raj Smoove, “We Bounce this City”
Additional Content
GNO, Inc. held it’s 2025 GNO, Inc. Annual Luncheon on March 21, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, with over 1,200 attendees. This event highlighted the past year’s accomplishments and provided an overview of our regional priorities for the next year.
Special Message from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry
2025 Annual Luncheon Brochure
