Co-Owner & Director of Operations
John Bellini III and Shane Nicaud grew up together – their fathers have been friends since attending De La Salle – so when Bellini approached Nicaud at a family party, they seemed like the perfect fit. Bell Foods is the result. Growing and gaining recognition in the last few months, they continue their successful venture into the post-Katrina Gulf Coast region. A merger and a growth of their fathers’ companies, this full line protein vendor – they sell most types of meat and seafood – attributes its success to the family oriented traditions taught by their fathers. “Last year was about survival in the beginning, and then rebuilding … we have a very dedicated and loyal group of people that work alongside us everyday and we have always worked to maintain a family atmosphere at our company,” says Bellini, chief of operations. “If we can grow our company to the next level within the next five years,” adds director of Sales and Marketing, Nicaud, “then I feel that John and I would be successful in honoring our fathers by building something that leaves a lasting legacy for both of our families to look at and be proud to call our own.” – M.P. New Orleans Magazine People to Watch 2000