Danos, a construction contractor for major oil and gas operators with headquarters in Gray, La., named Renee Piper as VP of marketing, strategy and community affairs, leading marketing initiatives, strategic planning and execution, and building community engagement in key markets, and as executive director of the Danos Foundation. Additionally, Nicole Williams, external communication lead, will take over leadership of the marketing and communication department. Piper has more than 25 years of marketing experience, including director of university relations at Nicholls State University. She is an LSU graduate and New Orleans resident. Williams is a 25-year industry veteran and graduate of Northwestern State University, She joined Danos in 2008 and lives in Larose. (Source: NOLA.com 06/14/20) Danos is a construction contractor for major oil and gas operators with assets onshore and offshore. The firm offers project management, precision installations and oversight by subject matter experts to ensure every project is built on a solid foundation — from pre-construction and installation to routine maintenance, upgrades and decommissioning. Danos’ corporate headquarters is in Gray, La. - halfway between Houma and Thibodaux.