Dwain Richard Jr.

Dwain Richard Jr. has a strong background in graphic design and advertising. Dwain started their career as a Graphic Designer at H&R Advertising and Printing in 1986 before moving on to Escudier & Richard in 1988. At Escudier & Richard, Dwain conceptualized and designed direct mail and print campaigns for Popeye's Fried Chicken, designed promotional materials and product catalogs for Wemco Tie Manufacture, and designed cookbooks and promotional materials for Great Chef's Publications. In 1996, Dwain joined the Louisiana Lottery Corporation as an Art Director.

Dwain Richard Jr. obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Art from Nicholls State University, where they studied from 1979 to 1985. Additionally, they hold certifications in "Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in the Workplace V4" and "Microaggressions in the Workplace V2" from Traliant, which they obtained in February 2023.