About Us

The Tour Guides Association of Greater New Orleans, Inc. was established in April of 1985 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization of tour guides licensed by the City of New Orleans.  We have new, experienced, and volunteer tour guides from a variety of backgrounds.  Our membership also consists of docents, history buffs, and others in the hospitality industry.

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Members are ready, willing and able to perform a variety of visitor services.  Many tour operators and a variety of companies providing services to our city's visitors are also members of the association.

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TGAGNOI is committed to the ongoing education of our members and to upholding the integrity of the tour‑guiding profession. We work to elevate industry standards and ensure that every visitor to the Greater New Orleans area returns home with a memorable, high‑quality experience.

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The mission of the Tour Guides Association of Greater New Orleans, Inc. is to represent, promote and protect the common interests of licensed tour guides in the Greater New Orleans area by:

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• Providing a forum through which members can continue their education and exchange information

• Promoting private, public and governmental awareness locally of the tour guide's role

• Establishing a channel of communication between tour guides and the tourism industry.

 

TGAGNO Executive Board 2025-2026

• President:

• 1st Vice President:  Randy Bibb

• 2nd Vice President:

• Treasurer:  Kristi Blackwell

• Recording Secretary:  Dana Criswell

• Corresponding Secretary:  Mary Eshenour

• Membership Registrar:  LeaLea VanWinkle-Gisler

• Newsletter, Website & Social Media:  Barbara Giangrosso

• Standards & Education:  Frank Perez

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TGAGNO Bylaws

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