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EQ&A With Ross Barrett 
EQ&A with Ross Barrett

Ross Barrett, managing partner for BVM Capital LLC and co-founder of VC Experts, discusses the many advantages of Louisiana’s venture capital and private equity markets. 


EQ&A with John Davies and John Spain 
EQ&A with Baton Rouge Area Foundation

The Foundation’s leaders discuss their role in brokering major Baton Rouge civic projects with significant social impact. 


 
EQ&A with Mark Schnell

The director of Sasol explains why Louisiana is a perfect fit for its $10 billion gas-to-liquids complex.


John White 
EQ&A With John White

John White, superintendent of Louisiana's Department of Education, discusses the state's boldest education reforms to date, focusing on school choice, competition and innovation.


David Hague 
EQ&A With David Hague

David Hague, studio manager for Gameloft, shares insights into why the gaming company decided to make New Orleans the location for its third U.S. development studio.


Nic Perkin 
EQ&A With Nic Perkin

Nic Perkin, president of The Receivables Exchange, reflects on the benefits of starting and building a 70-employee, high-tech firm headquartered in Louisiana.


Les Guice 
EQ&A With Les Guice

Les Guice, vice president for Research and Development at Louisiana Tech University, discusses the commercialization of campus research and nurturing of the entrepreneurial spirit.


Brenda Reine Bertus 
EQ&A With Brenda Reine Bertus

Brenda Reine Bertus, executive director of the St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation, talks about strengthening and supporting the business climate in the parish.


Elizabeth Thomas 
EQ&A With Boo Thomas

Elizabeth "Boo" Thomas, president and CEO of the Center for Planning Excellence, discusses the nonprofit organization's urban, rural and regional planning efforts in Louisiana.


Eli Jones 
EQ&A With Dr. Eli Jones

Dr. Eli Jones, dean of E.J. Ourso College of Business at LSU, discusses his vision for the university and the school's influence on entrepreneurial ventures in Louisiana.

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