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Maker's Mark
In 1945, the thing that set Bevolo apart from other companies was the incredible craftsmen that applied their trade to everything they touched. 75 years later, the individuals who handset each and every rivet are still at the focal point of everything Bevolo does. In honor of that 75 year anniversary, all lanterns made from this point forward will bear their craftsman’s Maker’s Mark. A maker’s mark is one of the earliest forms of trademarking and has been used for centuries by craftsmen to claim responsibility for their work. Just like each lantern they make, all Bevolo craftsmen have their individual intricacies and details; a little glimpse of them below.
Get To Know Your Craftsman
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Benjamin V
Crochet
Meet Benjamin V Crochet QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name/Shop Location:
- Benjamin V Crochet works at the Conti Shop.
- About me:
- Born in New Orleans, LA
Graduated Rummel High School in New Orleans, then two Semesters at SLU. - Started at Bevolo in:
- 2006
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- French Quarter
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Bourbon Street
Dean
Begnaud
Meet Dean Begnaud QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Harold Dean Begnaud III works at the Northshore Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Marrero, LA
Worked in construction, tugboats, Zatarain's and then found my dream job! - Started at Bevolo In:
- 2003
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Gothic Foyer
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Pretty fast when needed
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- New Orleans Motorsports
Derek
Davenport
Meet Derek Davenport QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Derek Davenport works at the Westbank Shop.
- About Me:
- I am from Marrero, LA. I am a high school graduate and started a job at Bevolo which turned into a successful career.
- Started at Bevolo in:
- 2002
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Modernist
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Automobile Repair
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Audubon Zoo
Dominick
Laborde
Meet Dominick Laborde QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Dominick Laborde works at the Northshore Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Covington, LA. Before starting at Bevolo, I worked as a Corrections Officer.
- Started at Bevolo:
- In 2011, started sweeping floors then learned everything from cutting parts to building lanterns.
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- 9" French Quarter Patio Light
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Shooting Pool
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Wildlife Refuge and National Parks
Jason
Davis
Meet Jason Davis QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Jason Davis works at the Westbank Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Westwego, LA and worked in flooring prior to Bevolo.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2001
- Favorite Lantern Style:
- Contemporary
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Art
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- World War II Museum
Jason
Ruffino
Meet Jason Ruffino QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Jason Ruffino works at the Northshore Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in New Orleans, LA. Worked in Electrical for 15 years.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2006
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Governor
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Woodworking & Golf
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- French Quarter at Mardi Gras
Jeb
Harrison
Meet Jeb Harrison QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name & Shop Location:
- Jeb Harrison works at the Royal Street Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Louisiana. Worked 30+ years as a sheet metal expert mostly in aviation.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2013
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Six-Sided French Quarter
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Privacy
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- A Saints Game
Joe
Hebert
Meet Joe Hebert QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- works I work at the Westbank Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Terrytown, LA and went to college for Art.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2005
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Governor
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Cooking
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Lafitte Walking/Nature Trail
John
Stelljes
Meet John Stelljes QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- John Stelljes works at the Westbank Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Marrero, LA and graduation from John Ehret High School in 2002.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2004
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Nautical
- Hidden Talent(s):
- 10 Seasons starting as shortstop for CHAOS.
2018 League Champs for Monday Night Men's Softball. - Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Bourbon Street
Kevin
DeRocha
Meet Kevin DeRocha QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Kevin DeRocha works at the Conti Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in St. Rose, LA
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2006
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- 24" Governor Flush Mount
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Drawing and Painting
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Crawfish
Lazaro
Naredo
Meet Lazaro Naredo QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Lazaro "Laz" Naredo works at the Northshore Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in New Orleans, Miami Raised. Worked in construction before Bevolo.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2006
- Favorite Lantern Style:
- English Regency
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Sleight of Hand/Magic
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- Audubon Butterfly Garden & Insectarium
Mark
Taylor
Meet Mark Taylor QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Mark Taylor works at the Northshore Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Abita Springs, LA. Repair of & equipment fabrication for 15 years prior to Bevolo.
- Started at Bevolo:
- 2006
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Rault
- Hidden Talent(s):
- Sculpting & Carving
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- The French Market in the French Quarter
Robert
Moore
Meet Robert Moore QUESTION & ANSWER
- Name and Shop Location:
- Robert Moore works at Westbank Shop.
- About Me:
- Born in Marrero, LA and graduated from John Ehret High School in 2002.
- Started at Bevolo:
- December 2019
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- Williamsburg and Contemporary
- Hidden Talents:
- Art and Fishing
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- French Quarter
Ruben
Urquia
Meet Ruben Urquia QUESTION & ANSWER
- NAME/SHOP LOCATION:
- Ruben Urquia -Northshore production facility.
- ABOUT ME:
- Honduran by birth, New Orleanian by heart. Moved to New Orleans in 2014 and knew this was my home immediately. I started working in the service industry in French Quarter restaurant/ bar and wanted to try something different. Started with Bevolo and fell in love with its history and impact on this beautiful city I now call home.
- Started at Bevolo:
- December 2019
- Favorite Lantern to Build:
- French Quarter Lantern (all sizes)
- Hidden Talents:
- Latin Dancer
- Can't Miss Nola Things:
- All outdoor music and food festivals.
Sean
Wool
Meet Sean Wool QUESTION & ANSWER
- NAME/SHOP LOCATION:
- Westbank Production
- ABOUT ME:
- Born in Lower St. Bernard Parish. Grew up at the camp, so hunting and fishing became my lifelong hobbies. Father of three beautiful children, JoJo, Abby and Ashton. now they're my Hobbies. Laissez les bon Temps Rouler!
- STARTED AT BEVOLO IN:
- 2020
- FAVORITE LANTERN TO BUILD:
- 19" Modernist Flush Mount
- CAN'T MISS NOLA THINGS:
- Food & Festivals