Michael Welch

Feb 1, 2024 | myneworleans.com | Michael Welch

The last several tumultuous years of America’s economy, with continually increasing inflation, has many people concerned for their financial futures. While inflation is reported to be stabilizing, it is still not a bad idea to enter 2024 with a solid financial plan. As such, we spoke with two of the area’s best and most experienced professional financial advisors and asked for their expert advice regarding good investment paths and ideas to implement in the new year.

Dec 20, 2023 | bizneworleans.com | Michael Welch |Michael Welch

Louisiana is one of the few places in the world where the mix of freshwater and saltwater means that alligators swim beside dolphins. Bass swim next to redfish and speckled trout. It’s a delicate balance though. Add to that equation the fact that humans have a way of creating problems in these estuaries–but then we also come up with amazing ways to solve them.

Dec 20, 2023 | bizneworleans.com | Michael Welch |Michael Welch

The city of New Orleans is America’s music capital, and perhaps the world’s. Musical magic flows from Crescent City bars and nightclubs, and often spills out into the streets. The city is a great place to enjoy festivals, and it’s also a place where artists come from all over the world to play gigs alongside the greats, work on their musical chops, and generally gather inspiration.

May 4, 2023 | ediblefingerlakes.com | Michael Welch

Photos courtesy of the New York Cider AssociationCalling all cider lovers: Cider Week New York returns this Friday, May 5! This statewide celebration of New York cider will feature events at a wide array of unique venues all across New York State, from New York City to Buffalo, including cidery tasting rooms, restaurants, bars, retail stores and more.