New Orleans Renaissance: Gayle Benson’s Rome Tour Brings Business, Investment Opportunities to Louisiana”.

While in Rome, Gayle Benson met with members of the Papal Foundation and other business and tourism groups to discuss her vision for investment in New Orleans and the renovation of the St. Louis Cathedral. During her visit, she had a personal audience with Pope Francis and presented him with a Saints jersey. She also met with Italian leaders in economic development and tourism to promote business development in Louisiana and New Orleans.

After her time in Rome, Gayle Benson is now attending Mercedes-Benz global meetings in Stuttgart, Germany. She recently met with Gunther Schmid, the German head of Foreign Trade, as well as the lead staff at the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labour, and Tourism. Gayle Benson expressed that the trip has been very productive in promoting investment and tourism for Louisiana.

During her travels, Gayle Benson emphasized the importance of taking advantage of unique opportunities to promote the state of Louisiana and encourage business development. There is significant interest among people she met in Germany in investment and business connections with Louisiana, particularly due to their love for NFL football which could be used to promote connections and opportunities. She stated that there is a lot of excitement among those who are eager to help with the restoration of the St. Louis Cathedral while highlighting its great tourism industry in Louisiana and New Orleans.