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Gayle Benson    

Owner of the New Orleans Saints & Pelicans; Businesswoman & Philanthropist

Gayle Benson is the principal owner of the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans, making her the first woman to hold the majority shareholder of the voting stock in both an NFL and NBA franchise. She succeeds her late husband, Tom Benson, who passed away on in 2018.

Benson, a New Orleans native, is an accomplished business professional and philanthropist with strong ties to the local community. She is dedicated to contributing to the growth and enhancement of the Gulf South region, engaging in various philanthropic endeavors, which include contributions to educational and healthcare institutions, food banks, and the Gayle & Tom Benson Charitable Foundation.

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