2026 Speakers
Browse the thought leaders who will be appearing at LCAES2026!
Robert LeBlanc, Founder and Creative Director, LeBlanc+Smith
Upon graduating from Loyola University New Orleans, Robert LeBlanc started a record label, Renaissance Records, that would eventually evolve into LeBLANC+SMITH, a boutique hospitality portfolio that believes in creating excellent 21st Century Southern Hospitality experiences that enable all people to live joyful, balanced and fulfilling lives. His portfolio comprises 19 venues across the Southeast and include brands like The Chloe Hotels in New Orleans and Nashville, Sylvain, Barrel Proof, and Barracuda Taco Bar. There are additional projects currently under development in New Orelana, Nashville, Atlanta and Tampa. A James Beard Semifinalist for “Best Restarauteur,” Robert is married to Danielle Webb LeBlanc and has two sons, Bear and Will, and calls Uptown New Orleans home.