meet the team

a family business

OPA was founded in 1979 by brothers Peter and David Barr on the site of the New Orleans Mint, which at the time was a major manufacturer of Mardi Gras doubloons.

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Peter Barr
Founder

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David Barr
Founder

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Mark • PARTNER

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Gregg • BRAND CONSULTANT

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Joseph • CNC OPERATOR

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Jared • FABRICATOR

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Stephen • FABRICATOR

Rob • PAINT MANAGER

Dana • ART DIRECTOR

Ray • PARTNER