FOCUS is pleased to announce the addition of Edward L. Bryant to its Board of Directors. Bryant currently serves as Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications, for Heartland Coca-Cola. Board members are community leaders who demonstrate interest and commitment to FOCUS’ mission to educate leaders, connect leaders and facilitate important conversations in the St. Louis region. Ed Bryant has over … Read More
June McAllister Fowler Named FOCUS St. Louis 2022 Leadership Award Honoree
We’re pleased to announce June McAllister Fowler as the recipient of the 2022 FOCUS Leadership Award. Fowler recently retired as Senior Vice President of Communications, Marketing & Public Affairs for BJC HealthCare and is an active volunteer leader in the St. Louis community. This prestigious award, chosen by the FOCUS Board of Directors, is given annually to individuals who demonstrate … Read More
Introducing the Spring 2022 Class of Emerging Leaders
FOCUS St. Louis® has selected 32 talented young professionals for the Spring 2022 cohort of Emerging Leaders. This competitive program provides participants with an increased sense of engagement in the region, as well as the tools to take an active role as the next generation of St. Louis regional leaders. Since its launch in 2012, the FOCUS Emerging Leaders program … Read More
Meet Our Spring 2022 Cohort of Women In Leadership
FOCUS St. Louis® is pleased to announce the 28 outstanding individuals selected for the spring 2022 cohort of Women In Leadership. The Women In Leadership program, held each fall and spring, offers professionals the opportunity to refine their leadership competencies, gain a deeper understanding of the St. Louis region, and connect with other women from diverse backgrounds. Through interviews and … Read More
Celebrating Black History Month 2022
Looking for a way to commemorate Black History Month? Check out some of these local virtual events. Friday, Feb. 4 Black History Month S.L.A.M. Ferguson Youth Initiative 6 p.m. More Info 2022 Black History Celebration Frankie Freeman Inspirational Lecture with Laura Coates St. Louis County Library 7 p.m. More Info Friday, Feb. 11 Diversity Perspectives: Embracing Divergent Viewpoints Olin Business … Read More
FOCUS Leaders in the News – 1.25.2022
Check out our FOCUS-trained alumni in the news! Leadership St. Louis Flint Fowler (1993) and Valerie Patton (1993/WIL 1990) were named co-chairs of the HomeGrown StL Regional Steering Committee. Arik Frankel (2015) was promoted to Head of Market Development Organization at Nestlé Purina PetCare. Dr. Sharonica Hardin-Bartley (2022) was named one of 5 Superintendents to Watch in 2022 by K-12Dive. Thomas … Read More
Cate Hanford Joins FOCUS St. Louis
We’re pleased to announce the addition of Cate Hanford to our full-time staff as Program Coordinator. In her new role, Cate will provide program support and administrative assistance to a portfolio of FOCUS’ civic leadership programs, including Leadership St. Louis, Youth Leadership St. Louis and Women In Leadership. With over a decade of experience at the Saint Louis Science Center, … Read More
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 2022
Looking for a way to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy? Check out some of the events taking place in the region and virtually in honor of the MLK holiday. All events below are free and open to the public. Monday, Jan. 3-Monday, Jan. 31, 2022 We Can All Serve – MLK Food Drive St. Louis Public Library More … Read More
FOCUS Leaders in the News – 12.7.2021
Check out our FOCUS-trained alumni in the news! Leadership St. Louis Bart Andrews (2015 / DLF 2016) received the Silver Key Award from Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri. Gene Dobbs Bradford (2006) has been named as Executive Director of the Savannah Music Festival. Women In Leadership Deb Dubin (2002) was named Chief Philanthropy Officer for Moneta Group. Emerging Leaders … Read More
How You Can Support FOCUS This GivingTuesday (and All Year-Round)
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, FOCUS St. Louis depends on the support of our members, donors and community partners to continue our work of educating and connecting leaders and facilitating the important conversations. There are a number of ways you can show your support for FOCUS this GivingTuesday – and every day of the year! Make a year-end gift. You may … Read More