Adrienne Thomas, Deidra Edwards and Joni Clark
New Orleans Steamboat Company Today, a beautiful canopied dock exists at the foot of Toulouse Street, the hub for the Steamboat NATCHEZ and Gray Line Tours. With the help of Adrienne Thomas, Deidra Edwards and Joni Clark, New Orleans Steamboat Company and Gray Line Tours of New Orleans will continue to be leaders in the city’s tourism market. The Steamboat Company’s 40 year involvement in the growth of New Orleans tourism is well recognized. New Orleans Steamboat Company assumed full ownership of Gray Line Tours of New Orleans in 2007. As Director of Marketing and Public Relations for 16 years, Adrienne Thomas strives to ensure that the companies remain icons in the tourism industry. She says, “Media interaction, customer service and personal involvement in community and business organizations are vital keys.” Cruises, tours and events need creative teams to match them with a diverse clientele. Director of Sales Deidra Edwards, who has been with the company more than 22 years and manages a quality team of sales professionals, says, “Our sales team creates and nurtures our businessto-business relationships with over 700 national and international companies, including major tour and travel organizations.” With an extensive hotel, catering and convention background, Senior Operations Manager Joni Clark ensures that events and functions run smoothly. She says, “It’s my responsibility to orchestrate each and every detail to ensure flawless special events.” (504) 569-1401. NewOrleansSteamboatCompany.com. 12
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Stephanie Pagliarulo Emma’s Shoes and Accessories
With a keen eye for detail and a wealth of savvy business knowledge under her handbag, Stephanie Pagliarulo opened Emma’s Shoes and Accessories on the northshore in August 2012. On the eve of its second birthday, Emma’s was burgeoning with so much success that a second location opened in August 2014 on Metairie Road in Metairie. With lines like Marc by Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch, Rag and Bone, Kate Spade, L.K. Bennett and Vince, the upscale boutique offers fashion-forward trends at price points that fit every budget. From fashionable booties to flats to elegant heels, the unique merchandise—including jewelry and handbags—has more to offer the ladies of New Orleans than ever. To stay on the cusp of the ever-changing fashion scene, Stephanie travels to market in New York City and California several times a year. Stephanie offers style advice to all who enter. “We love helping customers achieve the look they want,” Stephanie says. “If you see a look in a magazine, come in and we can help you style that look for your body type.” Whether your calendar says weekend getaway or cocktail soiree, Emma’s is sure to have the signature piece you’re searching for. Shop online or keep up with their new arrivals on Instagram and Facebook.
Visit Emma’s Shoes and Accessories at 110 Rosa Ave. in Old Metairie until they move to their new location at 155 Metairie Rd. 504-407-0668. Also on the northshore at 3904 Hwy. 22 Mandeville. 985-778-2200. emmasshoes.com.