GNO Inc. announced June 18 that President & CEO Michael Hecht will transition to a new role in 2027, moving into the position of CEO emeritus. He will continue to support key projects and initiatives for GNO Inc. while a new CEO assumes daily leadership, reports Biz New Orleans.
He will also focus on the success of major regional initiatives including work associated with the Louisiana International Terminal project with the Port of New Orleans.
During Hecht’s tenure, GNO Inc. helped secure a range of economic development and civic wins for New Orleans, the region and Louisiana. Among them was the region’s successful bid for the federal Build Back Better Regional Challenge award to support the H2theFuture initiative, along with efforts to attract business investment and expand workforce development opportunities. Those accomplishments were made possible through collaboration among GNO, Inc. staff, board members and regional partners, Hecht said. Read more from Biz New Orleans.
