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Mike joins the Mayors Office of Nighttime Economy as the Deputy Director. Ince most recently served as the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs in the Office of the Lt. Governor where he focused on a wide range of programs administered under the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism as well as legislative affairs for the Lt. Governor.

Prior to his time with the Lt. Governor’s Office, Mike served as the Director of Community Development for the City of Kenner. As a member of the administrative staff, he focused on housing and community revitalization strategies. Most notably as the founding Manager of the Rivertown Main Street program, and the Rivertown Arts Council.

Employing proven community revitalization strategies while working with small business owners has been a priority for Ince throughout his time in public service. He brings a diverse skill set in federal and state grant funding, legislative affairs and small business development throughout his 15 year career in state and local government.

Having experience in the food and beverage industry during High School and College, Mike has used that experience to maintain a sense of focus on workforce issues impacting the hospitality industry and the strong need for a voice within government that supports both workers and small business owners.

A graduate of the University of New Orleans with a Masters in Public Administration, and a B.S. in Applied Economics from Florida State University. He is also a Loyola Institute of Politics Fellow. 

On most weekends you can find him and his family pulling a wagon through the French Quarter with their brass band obsessed toddler, or sitting anywhere offering shade and a cold beverage.

Julia E. Heath is a dedicated advocate for independent music and nightlife, drawing from her diverse experience in venue and festival operations.

Having worked in live entertainment since college, Julia became involved in industry policy during the pandemic shut-down. She has worked to advance the interests of independent venues, notably in California, where she represented over 600 venues, promoters, and festivals while successfully advocating for the federal Shuttered Venue Operators Grant in 2020. Her work in California helped secure $150 million in state-level support for venues and spearhead the creation of a specialized "music venue" liquor license. In Sacramento, she formed a city-wide independent venue coalition to represent the interests of small venues and their employees.

Prior to shifting her focus towards music policy, Julia had several roles at brick and mortar venues including Director of Operations, General Manager, Talent Buyer, Photographer, and Marketing Director. While she isn’t working in venues until the early hours of the morning anymore, she still enjoys going to shows around New Orleans as a patron.

Julia remains committed to fostering a community-driven approach and shaping a brighter future for live entertainment policy, ensuring inclusive and vibrant experiences for all involved.

As a native Louisianian not originally from New Orleans, Rob has always felt a love for this city before he could even locate it on a map. A passionate believer in what’s possible through collaboration and democratic action, Rob has spent his working life in New Orleans pushing for sustainable transportation systems, safe biking infrastructure and more affordable housing. Soul-filled music, spicy food and lively discussion provide the fuel to Rob’s day and keep him focused on supporting the people who make New Orleans’ culture the envy of the world.