A Fresh Start
Happy New Year and welcome to the 2020s. This month, we celebrate a fresh new set of numbers, and while writing my first column in this new decade, I can’t help but think of all the changes that have…
Author: Todd Matherne
Publisher's Note: A Fresh Start
Happy New Year and welcome to the 2020s. This month, we celebrate a fresh new set of numbers, and while writing my first column in this new decade, I can’t help but think of all the changes that have happen…
A Year of Celebrations
This year has been award-winning for us at Renaissance Publishing, with numerous awards across many categories from the Alliance for Area Business Publications (AABP), The New Orleans Press Club, International Regional Magazine Association (IRMA) and the international MarCom (marketing and…
A Year of Celebrations
This year has been award-winning for us at Renaissance Publishing, with numerous awards across many categories from the Alliance for Area Business Publications (AABP), The New Orleans Press Club, International Regional Magazine Association (IRMA) and the international MarCom (marketing and…
Two Anniversaries
Last month, Biz New Orleans Magazine celebrated its fifth anniversary and I want to thank everyone for your kind words of congratulations. This month, we take a look at some of the people and news we covered over the past five years,…
Publisher’s Note: Two Anniversaries
Last month, Biz New Orleans Magazine celebrated its fifth anniversary and I want to thank everyone for your kind words of congratulations. This month, we take a look at some of the people and news we covered over the past…
Five Flew By
Can you believe it has been five years? This month marks the fifth anniversary of Biz New Orleans and I am so proud of our company and Biz team for the excellent work they do to make this a nationally…
Publisher's Note: Five Flew By
Can you believe it has been five years? This month marks the fifth anniversary of Biz New Orleans and I am so proud of our company and Biz team for the excellent work they do to make this a nationally…
Back to the Dome
It’s finally here. Since Jan. 20, I — along with all of the Who Dat Nation — have been waiting for September and another chance to battle for a Super Bowl. Do you know it has been 10 years…
Publisher’s Note: Back to the Dome
It’s finally here. Since Jan. 20, I — along with all of the Who Dat Nation — have been waiting for September and another chance to battle for a Super Bowl. Do you know it has been 10 years since…
A Winning Summer
Last month, the staff of Biz New Orleans went to Atlanta and took home gold. The Alliance of Area Business Publishers held its annual national conference and awards gala in June, during which our Biz team received two gold awards…
Publisher’s Note: A Winning Summer
Last month, the staff of Biz New Orleans went to Atlanta and took home gold. The Alliance of Area Business Publishers held its annual national conference and awards gala in June, during which our Biz team received two gold awards…
The Cost of Freedom
This month, we celebrate the nation’s birthday with picnics, barbeques and fireworks. Our family has always been a big celebrator of the Fourth of July. When Andréa and I were first married 30 years ago, we found the love of this…
Publisher’s Note: The Cost of Freedom
This month, we celebrate the nation’s birthday with picnics, barbeques and fireworks. Our family has always been a big celebrator of the Fourth of July. When Andréa and I were first married 30 years ago, we found the love of…
Publisher's Note: Midyear...But Not Midway on Business
If, like ours, your business uses the calendar year as your business cycle, June marks half your year. But for us, it is not half our work or performance. Renaissance Publishing —the parent company of Biz New Orleans —is a…
A Political Month
In April, Louisiana kicked off its legislative regular session and this month we are in the thick of lobbying, debates and compromise, which all ends on June 6. If you are not aware, this is an election year and…
Publisher's Note: A Political Month
In April, Louisiana kicked off its legislative regular session and this month we are in the thick of lobbying, debates and compromise, which all ends on June 6. If you are not aware, this is an election year and…
Good Things Come in Threes
It’s an exciting time at the Matherne household! If you’re not aware, I am the father of three girls very close in age. They are all grown up now and one of them was married last November. This month we…
Publisher's Note: Good Things Come in Threes
It’s an exciting time at the Matherne household! If you’re not aware, I am the father of three girls very close in age. They are all grown up now and one of them was married last November. This month we…
Biz New Orleans Publisher's Note: Work Season
NEW ORLEANS - New Orleans has a lot of seasons, and I do not mean the weather. We have crawfish, Mardi Gras, music with French Quarter and Jazz Fest, football, and the list goes on. What I have learned in my…
Work Season
New Orleans has a lot of seasons, and I do not mean the weather. We have crawfish, Mardi Gras, music with French Quarter and Jazz Fest, football, and the list goes on. What I have learned in my career over…
Publisher's Note: Work Season
New Orleans has a lot of seasons, and I do not mean the weather. We have crawfish, Mardi Gras, music with French Quarter and Jazz Fest, football, and the list goes on. What I have learned in my career…
Full Plate
When you are crazy busy you get more done. You know the saying, “Give something you need done to the busiest person and it will happen”? I feel like that person right now. With the start of the New…
Publisher's Note: Full Plate
When you are crazy busy you get more done. You know the saying, “Give something you need done to the busiest person and it will happen”? I feel like that person right now. With the start of the…
Lets get this year started!
The start of a new year is like the start of a new sports season, full of optimism for success and a chance to make good on your past misses. I feel that same way right now as January roles…
2018 So Much to be Thankful For
What a year it has been. This year started off with the New Orleans Saints making the playoffs, followed by our Pelicans doing the same just three months later. Hopefully, next year the playoff run for both teams will be…
Publisher's Note: 2018 So Much to be Thankful For
What a year it has been. This year started off with the New Orleans Saints making the playoffs, followed by our Pelicans doing the same just three months later. Hopefully, next year the playoff run for both teams will be…
Wedding Bells
The holidays are upon us, and for the Matherne family it is an extra special time. During this time of year, people begin to focus on holiday parties, family gatherings and travel plans, but for our family we are focused…
Publisher's Note: Wedding Bells
The holidays are upon us, and for the Matherne family it’s an extra special time. During this time of year, people begin to focus on holiday parties, family gatherings and travel plans, but for our family we are focused…
Half A Century Down
I love a journey, and this month my journey to 50 is here. For the past 49 years I have been focused on family and friends — including 29 years (35 since we met) focused on the love of my…
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about
Todd Matherne started his career in 1987 and fell in love with the business of publishing. In 2006 along with other partners he created Renaissance Publishing, which today publishes seven magazines and over 20 custom titles. He serves on many boards and is involved in committees and events throughout New Orleans. He has a Bachelor of Science from The University of New Orleans and because he is local we will add "he went to Archbishop Shaw" Class of 1985. He is married with three daughters and lives in New Orleans.
To reach Todd Matherne directly, contact him at todd@bizneworleans.com.
