Adore A-List 2020

JESSIE SCHOTT HAYNES BLACK PEARL MANAGING DIRECTOR & ATTORNEY The Helis Foundation

Favorite restaurant Saffron Favorite bar Miss Mae's Favorite snowball stand Imperial Woodpecker

Favorite simple indulgence PJ's iced coffee with oat milk at the PJ's at Octavia and Magazine – every single morning! Favorite thing to do here to relax Visit one of our incredible museums on a quiet day Netflix obsession Fleabag A local business you've supported during the pandemic Beth Biundo Sweets A book you've read during the pandemic You Never Forget Your First (First biography of George Washington written by a woman) by Alexis Coe

What about New Orleans inspires you? This is a city of constant reinvention and rebirth. Contrary to both the reality and perception that it is narrowly steeped in tradition and even static, the cultural landscape here is constantly evolving. Something about New Orleans that always puts you in a good mood. Walking into the Fairgrounds for Jazz Fest with thousands of other fest goers in the beautiful Spring weather — cocktail in hand and a chair strapped to my back — never fails to deliver one of those "I am so lucky to live here!" moments.

Describe what you love about what you do. I love working closely with non-profits, particularly those who are making a tremendous impact on arts and culture. At The Helis Foundation, we believe that ensuring community access to art of all disciplines is critical. It's exciting to witness the energetic efforts of arts leaders as we work to ensure that arts opportunities in New Orleans are diverse and innovative. What lessons will you take with you from the pandemic? I have been – yet again – reminded that change is the only constant and adaptability to and acceptance of this fact is survival.

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ADORE • A-LIST 2020