Greater St. Louis

CIBC receives Urban League Corporate Partner of the Year Award for dedication to serving St. Louis entrepreneurs

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Mardi, mai 14, 2024
CIBC, Business, Greater St. Louis, Business Center (TV series), Small business, National Urban League, Community development, Female

CHICAGO, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - CIBC US today announced it has been recognized with the Urban League Corporate Partner of the Year award for its exceptional commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and its collaboration with the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc. Women's Business Center ("Urban League").

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  • CHICAGO, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - CIBC US today announced it has been recognized with the Urban League Corporate Partner of the Year award for its exceptional commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and its collaboration with the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc. Women's Business Center ("Urban League").
  • This award acknowledges CIBC's longstanding relationship with the Urban League, which began in 2018 when the organization merged with Grace Hill Settlement House.
  • Since then, CIBC has been an active partner with the Urban League for the past four years, providing vital support and financial contributions to further the organization's mission.
  • "Our relationship with Urban League allows us to empower small business owners, particularly female entrepreneurs, through comprehensive support and educational programs," said Amy Yuhn, Head of US Personal and Community Development Banking at CIBC.

WE WIN Together Week 2024 Brings Visionary Leaders to St. Louis Focusing on Community Engagement and Social Justice

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Lundi, avril 15, 2024
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ST. LOUIS, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WE WIN Together Week (WWTW) 2024 is set to make a significant impact in St. Louis, Missouri, from April 22-25. Hosted by WIN Network, Communities RISE Together, and Well-being and Equity in the World, this annual event, themed Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times, is more than just a gathering of influential voices; it's a celebration of community, learning, impact, and engagement.

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  • ST. LOUIS, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WE WIN Together Week (WWTW) 2024 is set to make a significant impact in St. Louis, Missouri, from April 22-25.
  • The decision to host WWTW 2024 in St. Louis was intentional.
  • As WWTW 2024 approaches, excitement is building within St. Louis and among attendees from across the globe.
  • This year's event promises to be a transformative experience, uniting changemakers in a shared vision of equity, inclusion, and social justice.

World Wide Technology Raceway, Nation's Only Track Hosting Races for All Three of North America's Top Racing Series, Signs Second Five-Year Naming Agreement with World Wide Technology

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Jeudi, avril 25, 2024
WWTR, Partnership, Growth, WWT, STEM, Augmented reality, NASCAR, Science, Greater St. Louis, Gateway Motorsports Park, NASCAR Cup Series, Commerce, Music, Student, World Wide Technology, Enjoy

ST. LOUIS, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Acknowledging the impact the 700-acre motorsports complex is having on the Southwestern Illinois and St. Louis region, World Wide Technology Raceway announced today it will carry the company's name for another five years.

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  • WWT became the named track sponsor in 2019 and has grown into a multi-faceted relationship.
  • We see this investment as key to long-term benefit and growth for our region."
  • "Our partnership is deeply rooted in World Wide Technology's and the Steward Family's commitment to community.
  • It reflects the company's innovative approach to technology, which aligns so well with the science of motorsports and racing," said Curtis Francois, WWTR owner and CEO.

Bayer Fund Awards More than $12.1M to U.S. Nonprofit Organizations in 2023, Following Latest Round of Grants Totaling $4.7M

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Mercredi, février 21, 2024
Philanthropy, Health, Other Philanthropy, Fund Raising, Foundation, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Nutrition, Biotechnology, Education, STEM, Food for Life, Cardiovascular disease, Greater St. Louis, Mindfulness, Learning, Fund, Organization, Alternative medicine, Patient, Lawrence Hall, Wellness, Heart, Computer science and engineering, Meditation, For Life, Travel, Student, Pharmaceutical industry

This latest round of grants raised Bayer Fund’s total giving to more than $12.1 million for the year across 2,300 charitable and nonprofit organizations supporting Food & Nutrition, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Health & Wellness needs.

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  • This latest round of grants raised Bayer Fund’s total giving to more than $12.1 million for the year across 2,300 charitable and nonprofit organizations supporting Food & Nutrition, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Health & Wellness needs.
  • “Bayer Fund is proud to give back to communities by providing funding to help support impactful programs within organizations that align with our top giving priorities,” said Al Mitchell, President of Bayer Fund.
  • Bayer Fund supports access to healthy and nutritious foods through high-quality food and nutrition programs.
  • “Bayer Fund’s support has been game-changing for our organization,” said Kristen Wild, President and CEO of Operation Food Search.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Joseph A. Custer as a Pinnacle Life Professional

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Lundi, février 26, 2024
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UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Joseph A. Custer is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Professional for his contributions to the fields of Education and Law.

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  • UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Joseph A. Custer is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Life Professional for his contributions to the fields of Education and Law.
  • Mr. Custer pursued higher education at the University of Iowa and Northern Iowa where earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with high honors in 1983.
  • He then attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock where he received a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree in 1989.
  • He was admitted to practice before The Missouri Bar in 1990 and the United States Supreme Court in 2016.

WE WIN Together Week Returns: Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times

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Mardi, février 13, 2024
Well, Narrative, WIN, Ageing, Education, Courage, Greater St. Louis, Health, National Urban League, Saint Louis University, WIN Television, Knowledge, Mental health, Community, Housing, Public

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Three leading networks, WIN Network, Communities RISE Together, and Well-being and Equity in the World, are thrilled to announce WE WIN Together Week 2024: Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times. The annual gathering will unite changemakers from the grassroots to the grasstops during a week-long collaboration at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO, USA, April 22 to 25, 2024.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Three leading networks, WIN Network , Communities RISE Together, and Well-being and Equity in the World , are thrilled to announce WE WIN Together Week 2024: Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times .
  • #WEWINTogether Week will assemble hundreds of multigenerational, diverse change leaders from the grassroots to the grasstops across the nation to imagine what it means to be better ancestors in a polarized world.
  • These changemakers have already shown that it is possible to create real change in our communities.
  • We are excited to be welcoming our community partners from across the nation to reflect on what it means to be better ancestors.

German Security Company Opens First North American Facility in Missouri

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Mercredi, janvier 10, 2024
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ST. LOUIS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Frogfish Corp., a German security company specializing in surveillance cameras and other safety products, recently announced plans to open an office in St. Louis, Missouri.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Frogfish Corp., a German security company specializing in surveillance cameras and other safety products, recently announced plans to open an office in St. Louis, Missouri.
  • This is the company's first North American facility.
  • The partnership and support we've received from the Missouri team has been outstanding, and having an office in the center of the U.S. will greatly benefit our company and our customers."
  • "Our team enjoyed working with frogfish Corp. as they expanded their footprint into Missouri," said Subash Alias, CEO of Missouri Partnership.

Former MOPSC Commission Chairman Kevin Gunn to join Evergy

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Mardi, novembre 28, 2023
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Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) announced today that Kevin Gunn will join its leadership team in January.

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  • Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) announced today that Kevin Gunn will join its leadership team in January.
  • I’m excited to have him join our Evergy leadership team.”
    Gunn joins Evergy with 20 years of experience in policymaking, energy and regulation.
  • He served on the Missouri Public Service Commission for five years, including as Chairman, and on the board of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC).
  • In his role at Evergy, Gunn will focus in particular on the company’s work with Missouri and federal regulators and stakeholders.

Ameren to provide $25,000 in energy assistance to military families in honor of Veterans Day

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Vendredi, novembre 10, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an expression of gratitude for our country's active-duty military, veterans and their families, Ameren Missouri is providing $25,000 in energy assistance – as well as post-military career opportunities.

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  • Active military families and veterans throughout Missouri are eligible for additional support to help pay their utility bills.
  • Every year since 2018, Ameren Missouri has earmarked $25,000 in assistance that will be administered through United Way 211 as part of the Ameren Missouri Veterans Fund.
  • The Ameren Missouri Veterans Fund benefits veterans, active military members and their spouses who are either without service or have a disconnect notice for their Ameren Missouri utility bill.
  • Ameren is proud to provide military families with job options that provide a path to grow in their careers as they settle back into civilian life.

Advantage Solutions Announces New Headquarters in St. Louis, MO

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Mardi, octobre 10, 2023
Food, Hunger, Greater St. Louis, ADV, Metro, City, Growth, Feeding America, Airline, St. Louis

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV) today announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters to St. Louis, Mo., in the first quarter of 2024.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV) today announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters to St. Louis, Mo., in the first quarter of 2024.
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  • Another key focus for the organization will be combating hunger to address food insecurity through its ongoing work with Feeding America.
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