Winning STL

"We need to go beyond the places we've traditionally gone to find talent." Manufacturing and geospatial are key drivers. But we need a broader workforce, equipped with the right education and training, says Kathy Osborn president and CEO of the Regional Business Council. Presented by Purina.

Edward Jones Managing Partner Penny Pennington describes the Brickline Greenway as a link to the cultural, sporting and workplace assets, and discusses how St. Louis will see the return investment along the 12 miles. Presented by Purina. 

Ron Daugherty of Daugherty Business Solutions says an intentional focus on diversity fuels a program benefitting entry-level workers and employers as well.

Arrey Obenson of the International Institute says opening opportunities in our city is more than a moral imperative – it’s  an economic one as well.

Chris Zimmerman, CEO of business operations for the St. Louis Blues, points out how sports have played a vital role in strengthening and energizing our region.

Muny President and CEO Kwofe Coleman explains on any given summer night, 11,000 people from all walks of life can share a common experience.

President and CEO Marie-Hélène Bernard explains how the St. Louis Symphony has invested in the community in a way few orchestras have, creating world-class music, welcoming to all.

Why Joe Buck loves coming home: The voice of our nation’s biggest sporting events finds a passion in St. Louis that goes well beyond sports.

A Hail Mary, teamwork and Salt + Smoke's commitment to St. Louis: When one of his restaurants failed, owner Tom Schmidt discusses how he had no choice but to immediately flip the script and open a new one.

University of Missouri - St. Louis Chancellor, Kristin Sobolik explains how a focus on local hiring and promotion is a key for the school and our region.

Marc Schreiber, president of the St. Louis Sports Commission, goes behind the scenes to talk about some recent victories for our region and where the competition will be coming from in the years ahead.

St. Louis CITY SC’s Lee Broughton shares how a city rich in soccer tradition can take a unifying leap forward.

CEO Tony Thompson explains how Kwame Building Group is changing the face of St. Louis.

St. Louis Lambert International Airport Director Rhonda Hamm-Niebruegge explains how a modern single-terminal airport could become a point of pride for our region.

Nick Ragone, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing & Communications Officer of Ascension, discusses how he would put St. Louis up against anybody in the country.