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1 WELCOME TO GREATER NEW ORLEANS, INC GREATER NEW ORLEANs, INC Poydras Street, Suite 3475 New Orleans, LA P : E : info@gnoinc.org W : gnoinc.org twitter.com/gnoinc facebook.com/gnoinc

We have brought together business and civic-minded leaders to address the region s most pressing challenges and are proud to have played a role in what the publisher of Forbes called one of the great

2 WELCOME GREATER NEW ORLEANS, INC. Dear Investors, Welcome to Greater New Orleans, Inc.! Thank you for your investment and support. Since 2004, GNO, Inc. has served the 10-parish region of Southeast Louisiana to consolidate, coordinate and catalyze action. We have brought together business and civic-minded leaders to address the region s most pressing challenges and are proud to have played a role in what the publisher of Forbes called one of the great turnarounds in American history. Our mission is to bring wealth and jobs to the Greater New Orleans region. We do this by pursuing an aggressive agenda of business development and product development. Our vision is for the Greater New Orleans region to fulfill its potential as one of the best places in the country to grow a company and raise a family. The work we re doing to ensure Greater New Orleans continued success could not be done without the support of our investors and community partners. GNO, Inc. provides our investors with opportunities to engage in impactful discussions and grow your personal and professional network. In the following pages, you will see ways in which your organization can get further involved. We look forward to developing these programs and deepening our relationship with you as we work together in making the Greater New Orleans region a better place to live and work. Regards, Michael Hecht President & CEO GNO, INC. MISSION OUR MISSION is to serve as the catalyst for wealth creation in the 10-parish region of Southeastern Louisiana. GNO, Inc. will accomplish this by pursuing an aggressive agenda of business developmentmarketing the regionand product developmentimproving regional business conditions through policy, workforce, and research initiatives. GNO, INC. VISION OUR VISION is for the Greater New Orleans region to fulfill its potential as one of the best places in the country to grow a company and raise a family. The ultimate indication of success for GNO, Inc. will be the presence of a robust and growing middle class in Southeastern Louisiana.

3 HOW TO GET INVOLVED Opportunities 04 Committees 05 Task Forces 06 Speaker Sessions & tours 07 Signature Events 08 Tools & Resources 09 INVESTOR LEVELS 10

4 OPPORTUNITIES As an investor in GNO, Inc., your intellectual expertise is imperative to our region s success. You are the eyes and ears of our community and regularly face issues and see opportunities where GNO, Inc. should deploy energy and resources. Please reach out directly to our President and CEO Michael Hecht at to inform us of such endeavors. REGIONAL ISSUES POLICY Despite the best of intentions, legistlation at the federal, state, and municipal level can make it difficult for your company or organization to thrive. In these instances, our public policy team can examine the issue and develop an action plan for success. Caitlin Berni, our Vice President of External Affairs, is ready to discuss any matters that come your way. EXAMPLE: Flood insurance After being made aware of pending flood insurance rates by one of our investors, our policy team examined the conditions that led to these rates and discovered a problem that would impact homeowners across the country. This was solved by creating a national coalition of community and industry leaders that pushed for legistlation that was ultimately passed into law in RETENTION If conditions within the Greater New Orleans region are making it difficult for your company or industry to thrive, our Business, Retention, and Expansion (BRE) lead can assist in developing a plan to mitigate these issues. EXAMPLE: Smoothie King s ownership had changed hands and, due to unfamiliarity with the market, was considering moving their headquarters from the region. Our team met with Smoothie King s leadership to ensure the right local connections were made and appropriate resources deployed to ensure their stay would be a successful one. QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES To better educate and inform incoming individuals on schooling and housing options our Human Capital Manager is available to organize tours and share our relocation tools to help facilitate these transitions. EXAMPLE: Destination GNO Investor companies approached GNO, Inc. with their need to clearly describe the diverse neighborhoods found in this region. Starting with a printed booklet that highlighted some select areas, this project culminated with the creation of a website that matches users with communities that fit their needs and desires. REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS Our efforts in recruiting companies to the area consist of ongoing communication between national and international site consultants, alongside an aggressive agenda of lead development with companies that exist in our six target industries. To assist in these efforts, we welcome introductions to companies within your network that may benefit from an expansion or relocation. EXAMPLE: Smashing Boxes Leaders from this Durham-based digital agency were in town for New Orleans Entrepreneur Week in 2015 and approached local representatives about opening an office here. After we performed a cost comparison analysis and educated them on the tax incentives available here, Smashing Boxes moved to the region and continue to be a premier digital provider in the area. INTRODUCTIONS TO A PROFESSIONAL In alignment with our efforts in attracting talent to the region, our Human Capital Manager is dedicated to connecting new, qualified residents to resources, contacts, and occasionally, companies that are in the hiring process. EXAMPLE: One of our board members alerted GNO, Inc. to a native New Orleanian looking to return home and continue their career in videogame development. Through a series of conversations, this software developer was made aware of several local companies and is now employed at Gameloft. IDEA FOR IMPROVING THE ECONOMY Our Director of Program Development is available to discuss opportunities for GNO, Inc. to get involved in local industry and economic needs. EXAMPLE: A former board chair observed that the business community was not involved in pushing the agenda for coastal restoration and the associated economic opportunities. In response, he sought to create a platform for community leaders to experience the efforts being made in coastal restoration. In turn, GNO, Inc. created the Coalition for Coastal Restoration and Economy (CCRE) to be a leading voice in this movement.

5 GNO, Inc. Committees GOVERNANCE COMMITTEES* 1 BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Board of Directors is the governing body of the organization. It is responsible for establishing policies and objectives, ensuring financial viability and informing the strategic direction of the organization. Meetings: Monthly 2 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE The Executive Committee is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. The Committee provides organizational direction on behalf of the Board and advises the Board on decisions and matters including strategy, planning, policy, and finances. Meetings: Monthly 3 FINANCE COMMITTEE The Finance Committee is a standing committee of the Board of Directors and is primarily responsible for reviewing and providing guidance on the financial matters of the organization. *Governence Committees require Anchor Level investments and above 4 ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEES NOMINATING COMMITTEE The Nominating Committee is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. The Committee is responsible for identifying suitable members to be placed in nomination for the Board of Directors and other committees. 1 PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE The Policy Committee leads GNO, Inc. in efforts to collaborate with business leaders from across the region to serve as a unified voice in both Baton Rouge and Washington D.C. by advocating for legislative polices that encourage investment and support the economy. 2 SoLA COMMITTEE South Louisiana Super-Region Committee (SoLA) is a partnership of GNO, Inc., Baton Rouge Area Chamber, and the Southeast Louisiana Economic Council to foster cooperation for mutual economic benefit between the three regions. 3 NEXTGEN COUNCIL The NextGen Council (NGC) is an initiative designed to introduce new leadership into the organization, with the intent of benefiting from the vigor and ideas of emerging regional leaders; and developing future economic leaders of the organization and region. 4 GNODF BOARD GNO, Inc. s affiliate, Greater New Orleans Development Foundation (GNODF) was created to provide support to the charitable, scientific and educational programs initiated and implemented by GNO, Inc

Coalition for Coastal Resilience and Economy (CCRE) The Coalition for Coastal Resilience and Economy (CCRE) is a nonpartisan business leadership

STAFF CONTACT: lacy mcmanus Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance (CSFI) csfi.

is affordable for residential and commercial properties while assuring that the NFIP is run in an efficient, fiscally sound manner.

digital solutions to assist the NOPD with projects that improve efficiency and effectiveness within the department.

postdisaster by leveraging technology to create easily deployable solutions while building community resilience.

6 GNO, Inc. Task Forces GNO, Inc. Task Forces include individuals from the public & private spheres that convene to address some of the region s most pressing issues. Coalition for Coastal Resilience and Economy (CCRE) The Coalition for Coastal Resilience and Economy (CCRE) is a nonpartisan business leadership group that advocates for coastal restoration and the associated economic opportunities. STAFF CONTACT: lacy mcmanus Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance (CSFI) csfi.info The Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance (CSFI) works to ensure that flood insurance offered through the National Flood Insurance Program is affordable for residential and commercial properties while assuring that the NFIP is run in an efficient, fiscally sound manner. STAFF CONTACT: CAITLIN BERNI Crime Tech Task Force The Crime Tech Task Force is a group of regional technology companies and leaders that deliver digital solutions to assist the NOPD with projects that improve efficiency and effectiveness within the department. STAFF CONTACT: MICHAEL HECHT FLOOD TECH TASK FORCE The Flood Tech Task Force works to consolidate the resources communities need pre- and postdisaster by leveraging technology to create easily deployable solutions while building community resilience. STAFF CONTACT: MATT WOLFE Digital Media Alliance The Digital Media Alliance (DMA) is comprised of local technology leaders who support GNO, Inc. s effort to build the digital sector in Greater New Orleans. Meetings include discussions on workforce, policy, and similar issues that the industry is facing in the region. STAFF CONTACT: MATT WOLFE GNO AMP GNO AMP is a group of business leaders who support GNO, Inc. s efforts to build the advanced manufacturing sector in the Greater New Orleans. STAFF CONTACT: jessica foreman

Speaker Sessions & TOURS GNO, thinc Speaker Series Regional Asset Tours An economic development-themed speaker series on

Past topics have included an analysis of the energy industry in Louisiana, military assets in Southeast Louisiana, and an

QUARTERLY QUARTERLY Investor Briefing Conference Calls REGIONAL Presidents Coffee Chats Monthly conference calls that review

7 Speaker Sessions & TOURS GNO, thinc Speaker Series Regional Asset Tours An economic development-themed speaker series on topics that impact our region. Past topics have included an analysis of the energy industry in Louisiana, military assets in Southeast Louisiana, and an economic outlook from Loren Scott. The events provide investors with the opportunity to tour unique, high-profile sites, and learn more about their role in our economy. These events explore the differing assets found in all parishes within the Greater New Orleans region. QUARTERLY QUARTERLY Investor Briefing Conference Calls REGIONAL Presidents Coffee Chats Monthly conference calls that review all of the materials from the previous Board Meeting. All investors and employees of investor companies and organizations are invited to participate. Coffee Chats with parish and university presidents provide investors with the opportunity to get the inside scoop on plans and progress in our key institutions. MONTHLY QUARTERLY

Signature Events Sponsorship Opportunities Available* International BusinesS Missions ECONOMY+ENVIROMENT CONFERENCE Group

stakeholders of the Greater New Orleans region.

issues that are key to the GNO community.

explores profound and powerful topics surrounding the confluence of the environment and the economy.

FITZPATRICK In an effort to promote New Orleans as an industry hub for interactive games, GNO, Inc.

Executives from across the world working in the interactive entertainment industry are invited to join us and participate

NOLA 300 STAFF CONTACT: RACHEL SHIELDS STAFF CONTACT: RACHEL SHIELDS STAFF CONTACT: Sayde finkel The GNO, Inc.

8 Signature Events Sponsorship Opportunities Available* International BusinesS Missions ECONOMY+ENVIROMENT CONFERENCE Group trips which foster a deeper understanding of international economic markets, while exploring commerce opportunities for stakeholders of the Greater New Orleans region. These initiatives offer premiere opportunities to hear from global experts, corporate leaders, and government entities on issues that are key to the GNO community. Based in New Orleans a globally recognized hub of resilience, disaster management and innovation this conference that explores profound and powerful topics surrounding the confluence of the environment and the economy. STAFF CONTACT: RACHEL SHIELDS Annual Meeting STAFF CONTACT: robin barnes EMERGE SUMMIT GAME FÊTE STAFF CONTACT: GRADY FITZPATRICK In an effort to promote New Orleans as an industry hub for interactive games, GNO, Inc. hosts representatives of videogame companies during Game Fête a daylong event showcasing our growing gaming cluster. Executives from across the world working in the interactive entertainment industry are invited to join us and participate in industry focused panels and a lively networking party. NOLA 300 STAFF CONTACT: RACHEL SHIELDS STAFF CONTACT: RACHEL SHIELDS STAFF CONTACT: Sayde finkel The GNO, Inc. Annual Meeting is a luncheon attended by over 1,000 local leaders wherein we share our region s progress from the past year, and plans for the next. A gathering of emerging young professionals, as cultivated through the diverse pool of Young Professional Organizations in the Greater New Orleans region, for a series of educational & thought provoking platforms that inspire creative and innovative ideas for personal & career development. NOLA 300 is the premiere kick-off event for the New Orleans Tricentennial, wherein high-profile speakers will present on the past, present and future of New Orleans. This event will be held in Fall 2017.

9 TOOLS & RESOURCES GNO, Inc. are free platformes for GNO, Inc. investors to use in achieving business and personal growth in Southeast Louisiana. QUALITY OF LIFE TOURS GNO, Inc. provides tours for companies looking to move into the region or investors looking to attract talent. These tours can include real estate viewings and school tours. STAFF CONTACT: EVIE POITeVENT WORKFORCE CONCIERGE GNO, Inc. has a full-time Human Capital Manager on staff, dedicated to helping your company with personnel issues, such as relocation assistance, jobs for trailing spouses and real estate. STAFF CONTACT: EVIE POITeVENT DESTINATION GNO destinationgno.com A Turbo Tax for relocation, that suggests the best of 60+ neighborhoods in the region, based on personal variables. Users can explore the wide range of communities found in Greater New Orleans in their quest to find a perfect place to call home. STAFF CONTACT: EVIE POITeVENT WORKNOLA.com worknola.com A free site for employers to promote open positions for professional jobs in the region. Also, the most widely used job placement board for professionals seeking employment. STAFF CONTACT: matt wolfe State of the Sector reports A series of labor market data reports that forecast job demand levels in key industries in the Greater New Orleans region, highlighting skills and training demands for the local economy. STAFF CONTACT: HARRISON CRABTREE GNOu Customized training programs that connect regional companies to local universities to create a workforce pipeline that matches industry demand. STAFF CONTACT: lacy mcmanus customized research GNO, Inc. provides, upon request, detailed research on industry trends, workforce needs, policy assessments and other key economic questions. STAFF CONTACT: grady fitzpatrick GNO Market Comparison COMPARENOLA.com A data-driven online resource for comparing key data points from our region against other key competing markets. STAFF CONTACT: matt wolfe LOUISIANA BUDGET GAME labudgetgame.org An interactive game that allows citizens to virtually balance the Louisiana budget themselves. STAFF CONTACT: caitlin berni

10 GNO, INC. INVESTMENT LEVELS Tier Investment Range Key Benefits Pinnacle $100,000+ Company linked logo visibility on GNO, Inc. website Logo visibility and mention in remarks at Annual Luncheon Three complimentary, customized candidate recruitment tours or Quality of Life tours Three complimentary, customized research reports Complimentary table at Annual Luncheon Capstone $50,000 $99,999 Two complimentary, customized candidate recruitment tours or Quality of Life tours Two complimentary, customized research reports Customized benefits package to align with strategy & goals of investor Customized, annual GNO, Inc. CEO briefing on location Pillar $25,000-$49,999 Company link on GNO, Inc. website One complimentary, customized candidate recruitment tour or Quality of Life tour One complimentary, customized research report Minimum one stewardship visit with GNO, Inc. CEO per year Anchor $10,000-$24,999 Visibility on GNO, Inc. Investor Wall Minimum one stewardship visit with GNO, Inc. staff per year Consideration for Board Invitation to quarterly GNO, (Th)Inc. Speaker Series Invitation to quarterly Coffee Chats with Parish Presidents and University Leaders Invitation to VIP All Access Parties Cornerstone $5,000-$9,999 Recognition in published investor list included in campaign booklet, annual report, and GNO, Inc. website communication surrounding regional accolades, wins, and updates Monthly GNO, Inc. Investor Briefing Conference Call Invitation to exclusive company win press announcements Consideration for GNO, Inc. Committees Invitation to quarterly Regional Asset Tours Invitation to exclusive Patron Celebrations *Benefits build upon the previous investment level

11 GNO, INC. PINNACLE INVESTORS

12 STAFF Michael Hecht President and CEO Robin A. Barnes Executive Vice President and COO Caitlin Berni Vice President, Policy and Communications Harrison Crabtree Research and Policy Analyst Grady Fitzpatrick Senior Vice President, Business Development Tommy Fonseca Vice President of Business Retention and Development Jessica Foreman Director of Corporate Relations Sayde Finkel, JD Senior Associate for Special Projects + Strategic Initiatives sfinkel@gnoinc.org NaShawn Johnson Program Assistant njohnson@gnoinc.org Lacy McManus Director of Program Development lmcmanus@gnoinc.org Evie Poitevent Human Capital Manager epoitevent@gnoinc.org Gary Silbert Business Development Manager gsilbert@gnoinc.org Rachel Shields Chief of Staff rshields@gnoinc.org Jeff Teague Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration jteague@gnoinc.org Brandon J. Williams, MBA Manager of Finance and Compliance bwilliams@gnoinc.org Matt Wolfe Director of Brand and Marketing mwolfe@gnoinc.org Dawn Greatrex Executive Assistant dgreatrex@gnoinc.org Denise Washington Executive Assistant dwashington@gnoinc.org GREATER NEW ORLEANS, INC Poydras Street Suite 3475 New Orleans, LA P : E : info@gnoinc.org W : gnoinc.org MICHAEL HECHT - President & CEO P : E : mhecht@gnoinc.org JESSICA FOREMAN - Director of Corporate Relations P : E : jforeman@gnoinc.org

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