John Gerald Schwegmann (August 12, 1911 March 6, 1995) was an American businessman, a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, and a member of the Louisiana Public Service Commission. In 1971, he unsuccessfully ran for Governor of Louisiana. Additionally, he founded Schwegmann Bank & Trust Co. As a businessman and a chief executive officer of Schwegmann Brothers Giant Supermarkets, he at times challenged the fair trade laws. References Members of the Louisiana House of Representatives Businesspeople from Louisiana 1911 births 1995 deaths 20th-century American businesspeople 20th-century American politicians