MEET THE TEAM

J.B. joined LaPorte in 2018 as a commercial lines producer.  He has a diverse background writing and servicing manufacturing, industrial, contracting, habitational, non-profit and high-end, coastal personal lines risks. Since establishing a presence at LaPorte, J.B has seen traction in well drilling, trade contractors, breweries, public auto, and trucking.  J.B. has a unique approach when working with his clients and believes that it is imperative to first understand a business inside and out. That in-depth consideration allows a true “snapshot” of the marketplace, illuminates tactics to stimulate a safety culture, and builds a specific, controlled narrative with underwriters that sets them apart. The goal: raise an entity’s risk profile making them healthier, safer & more profitable.  When J.B. has time, he likes playing a casual round of golf, camping with his wife, Leslie, and watching sports (Geaux Saints!). They enjoy a nice walk with their Great Dane Sweet Pea. Raised in New Orleans, J.B. is passionate about music. Having played the saxophone for many years, J.B. likes listening to guys like Sonny Rollins, Ornette Coleman and Dexter Gordon (amongst others) on his old albums.