FOCUS is pleased to announce the 40 recent graduates from the 2018 Women In Leadership – STEM program. Through generous funding from MasterCard, all participants received full-tuition scholarships to the two-month leadership development program. Launched in 2016, the Women In Leadership – STEM program is designed to help early-career women in science, technology, engineering and math-related fields build their leadership … Read More
Congratulations to the 2018 What’s Right with the Region Honorees!
On May 10, 2018, FOCUS St. Louis will honor 20 individuals, organizations, and initiatives making a difference at the 21st Annual What’s Right with the Region Awards Celebration. The honorees were nominated by the public and selected by a panel of community judges for their impact and service to the community. Congratulations to the following outstanding honorees in five categories: … Read More
Future of Policing in St. Louis
On Jan. 31, 2018, St. Louis – in partnership with the Missouri History Museum and Civic Progress – brought together some of the most important voices in the region on the question of the “Future of Policing in St. Louis.” The conversation was nothing less than remarkable. As an audience member said after the conversation with an eye on the … Read More
Introducing the Spring 2018 Class of Emerging Leaders
FOCUS St. Louis® is pleased to announce the 27 young professionals selected for the Spring 2018 class of Emerging Leaders. The Emerging Leaders program offers a select group of St. Louis’ young and talented the opportunity to receive training to strengthen their personal, professional and civic leadership skills. This competitive program provides participants (ages 22-35) with an increased sense of engagement in the … Read More
Dennis Lower of Cortex Named FOCUS St. Louis 2018 Leadership Award Honoree
FOCUS St. Louis® is pleased to announce Dennis Lower, President and CEO of Cortex Innovation Community, as the recipient of the 2018 FOCUS Leadership Award. This prestigious award, chosen by the FOCUS Board of Directors, is presented annually to individuals who demonstrate innovative leadership, generate a meaningful impact in the community, and encourage strong community leadership in others. The award will be presented at … Read More
Civics & Civility Forum: Digital Change-Makers
On Wednesday, Nov. 1 a gathering of citizens and tech-savvy social entrepreneurs from the St. Louis region attended a discussion centered on the exploding arena of digital entrepreneurship aimed at the social good. This was the second of a series of four forums on “Civics & Civility” to be held by FOCUS St. Louis and sponsored by the Missouri Humanities Council during the … Read More
Coro Fellows Complete Labor-Sector Placements
Our 2017-18 class of Coro Fellows recently wrapped up their placements in the labor sector, and we’d like to extend our appreciation to the organizations that hosted Fellows. American Federation of Teachers Local 3506 Associated General Contractors of Missouri Carpenters’ District Council of Greater St. Louis & Vicinity Missouri Jobs with Justice Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562 St. Louis Building … Read More
Thank You to Our Coro Fellows Nonprofit Placement Hosts
Our 2017-18 class of Coro Fellows recently wrapped up their first round of placements, and we’d like to extend our appreciation to the nonprofit organizations that hosted Fellows. BioSTL Child Care Aware of Missouri The Clark-Fox Family Foundation Community Action Agency of St. Louis County Fontbonne University Generate Health Great Circle Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club Missouri Charter Public School Association Network … Read More
Meet the Fall 2017 Class of Coro Women In Leadership
FOCUS St. Louis® is pleased to announce the outstanding women selected for the fall 2017 class of Coro™ Women In Leadership (WIL). The Coro WIL program is the St. Louis region’s most comprehensive leadership training program for women who are passionate about the St. Louis region and their role in positive community change. The Coro Women In Leadership program gives women … Read More
Fall 2017 Class of Emerging Leaders Selected
We’re pleased to announce the 34 young professionals selected for the Fall 2017 class of Emerging Leaders. The Emerging Leaders program offers a select group of St. Louis’ young and talented the opportunity to receive training to strengthen their leadership and management skills. This competitive program provides participants (ages 22-35) with an increased sense of engagement in the region, as well … Read More
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