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New Orleans, LA – The New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO) proudly announces the appointment of Renée Lapeyrolerie as its new Chief of Staff. Lapeyrolerie brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership in both public service and strategic management.

With a career spanning over two decades, Renée Lapeyrolerie has held key positions in various sectors, demonstrating her commitment to public service and community development.

Prior to joining the Sewerage and Water Board, Lapeyrolerie served as the Commissioner of Multimodal Commerce at the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. Appointed by Governor John Bel Edwards, she played a pivotal role in enhancing the state's focus on multimodal commerce, spearheading initiatives in aviation, ports & waterways, freight & passenger rail, and commercial trucking.

Lapeyrolerie's extensive leadership experience includes serving as the Executive Director of the Louisiana Democratic Party and holding positions such as Client Service Leader at CDM Smith, and Communications Director at the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.

“We congratulate Renee on her appointment and look forward to working with her to advance Sewerage and Water Board’s agenda and major upcoming projects and initiatives in 2024 and beyond," said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. "Her lived experiences and relationships will be key to our stakeholder and community engagement efforts on the local, state, and federal levels as we collectively work to improve our infrastructure.”

Her accomplishments also extend to her involvement in various community initiatives, including the redevelopment of public housing in New Orleans and the coordination of the Sidney Bechet Centennial Celebration.

"We are thrilled to welcome Renée Lapeyrolerie to the Sewerage and Water Board team," said Ghassan Korban, Executive Director of SWBNO. "Her proven leadership, strategic vision, and dedication to public service make her the ideal candidate to serve as Chief of Staff. We look forward to leveraging her expertise as we continue to address the critical infrastructure needs of our city."

Renée Lapeyrolerie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a minor in Spanish from Loyola University New Orleans and has completed the Loyola Institute of Politics fellowship program.

The appointment of Lapeyrolerie marks one of the successes that SWBNO has accomplished over the past year. For a full video of highlights, watch here.

About the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board

The New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board is responsible for providing safe drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater management services to the residents and businesses of New Orleans. As a vital utility provider, the Sewerage and Water Board is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the community. Read more about the utility’s five year strategic plan here.

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