St. Louis Economic Development Partnership

World Trade Center St. Louis Hosts Panel Discussion Highlighting International Women | STLP Speakers from different parts of the world educate audience at Engage in Trade On March 10, World Trade Center St. Louis (WTC) hosted an Engage in Trade, its monthly educational…

Yesterday's Engage in Trade event was truly inspiring! It was a joy to hear from impactful women shaping our international business community. The theme was "Give to Gain". Thank you to all the speakers who shared their stories! https://ow.ly/WqH350Yslfn

A STL native, Susan Blow led the country in education by directing the first American kindergarten and leading the early childhood education movement across the country. #womenshistorymonth

For Women's History Month, we'd like to celebrate by highlighting various trailblazers in different industries who have broken barriers, uplifted their communities, and supported fellow women. Stay tuned!

Taylor Geospatial Institute and Engine roll into a single nonprofit focused on GeoAI The organization folds the Taylor Geospatial Institute and Taylor Geospatial Engine together to spur new geospatial artificial intelligence tools.

Today marks the launch of Taylor Geospatial, a pioneering nonprofit dedicated to leveraging geospatial AI (GeoAI) for the digital public good! By uniting the Taylor Geospatial Institute and Engine, they're poised to bridge research and real-world applications. https://ow.ly/4hUp50YqcXg

Join us for this month's Engage in Trade: International Women's Day! This year's theme is Give to Gain. Hear inspiring stories from 3 remarkable women who’ve made St. Louis their home.
3/10 starting at 11:30. Register now: https://stlpartnership.com/events/engage-in-trade-international-womens-day/

St. Louis Business 500: Government, Economic and Community Development The St. Louis Business 500 highlights some of the metro area’s most impactful, innovative, and inspirational leaders, from C-suite executives to

Huge congratulations to Rodney Crim, Suzanne Sierra, and Tim Nowak on being recognized in the St. Louis Magazine Business 500 this year. Learn more about these amazing leaders:
https://www.stlmag.com/business/st-louis-business-500-government-and-economic-development/

The Counselors of Real Estate dove into economic development opportunities in our area. Their recent visit highlighted key strategies like improving public transit and supporting first-time homebuyers. Full report: https://isu.pub/HpF6iQ9

Delmar Divine's $50M second phase moves forward with affordable housing, community space planned - St. Louis Business Journal Officials hope to begin construction later this spring on the redevelopment's now $50 million second phase.

The 2nd phase of the Delmar Divine redevelopment is moving forward with an investment of over $50 million. This project will bring affordable housing & vibrant community spaces. This follows successful 1st phase (95% leased residential units & fully occupied office spaces) https://ow.ly/c9y150YmrOI

Share your big ideas to transform St. Louis: Greater St. Louis Inc. wants your proposals for impactful initiatives. These will enhance their 2030 jobs plan. Proposals are being accepted through early March. Submit here: https://ow.ly/teor50YlXeg

Takunda Monday, February 23, 6pm Lewis & Clark Branch Presented by the Black Rep All ages Black History Month

Tomorrow night! The Black Rep will give a free performance of "Takunda" at the Lewis & Clark Branch. This coming of age story incorporates African folk tales and songs, featuring an ensemble of four actors and the vibrant art of storytelling. www.slcl.org/black-history-celebration #BlackHistoryMonth

We're rooting for Punch! Just like we root for every business growing in St. Louis, from local startups to global success stories. #GrowinSTL #STLBusiness #PunchtheMonkey

Boeing defense headquarters to return to St. Louis after leaving the area in 2017 Boeing announced on Wednesday that its security headquarters will return to the St. Louis region from Arlington, Virginia, after moving away in 2017.

Boeing is returning its Defense, Space & Security headquarters to STL! This move emphasizes collaboration with local teams. Boeing employs more than 18,000 people in the St. Louis area. Read more: https://ow.ly/gvPQ50Yi9SV

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The St. Louis County Pet Adoption Center will be waiving its adoption fee tomorrow, giving shelter animals the chance to find their forever home without cost. https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/stl-county-waives-pet-adoption-fees-to-reduce-crowding/ 

Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! Join us today at 10am 🙌

The Arch Grants Startup Competition is back! Apply Feb 18 - Mar 31, 2026, for a chance to win $75K in equity-free grants. Spread the word & support St. Louis startups! Check the FAQs for details. https://ow.ly/E6Cz50Yhye4

Want to respond to an RFQ/P but don’t know where to start? Join the next Procurement Bootcamp virtually at 5 p.m. on February 17th to learn how to respond to projects and opportunities.

Details: https://ow.ly/t1gt50YepNC

Don’t miss this month's Engage in Trade! Join Adam Hill, CEO of Scarbrough Global, for the latest on tariffs & IEEPA litigation. Submit your questions now. https://ow.ly/UAo450Yf67U

3D printing startup Printerior doubles capacity in Chesterfield as it targets $10M in revenue - St. Louis Business Journal 3D printing startup doubles capacity in Chesterfield as it targets $10M in revenue

Printerior has doubled its team to 15, launched Circdal for architecture, and aims to triple production by 2026. With $4M in revenue last year & a target of $10M this year, this startup is exhibiting the best of St. Louis business growth. https://ow.ly/Hs1150YcNEZ

Saint Louis University’s CEET is offering a NO-COST Brownfields Remediation Job Training Program, funded by the EPA! Get ready for high-growth careers in environmental cleanup, hazardous waste operations, GIS applications & worker safety. Learn more: https://ow.ly/EtAm50Y8rHv

Celebrating Black History Month in St. Louis | STLP Events, Activities and Celebrations in February Each year in February, the United States honors Black History Month. 2026 is special, as it marks the 100th anniversary of national observance of…

February is Black History Month! Join us in celebrating the rich history and culture of the Black community in STL. Discover activities & events here: https://stlpartnership.com/celebrating-black-history-month-in-st-louis/

Dara Eskridge Is Reimagining How Cities Invest in Black Communities Find out why Dara Eskridge is on TIME’s 2026 Closers list

Congrats to STL Partnership Board Member Dara Eskridge for being named to TIME’s 2026 ‘The Closers’ list. Join us in celebrating her impactful work towards equality. Learn more about her journey and Invest STL: https://time.com/collections/closers-2026/7353442/dara-eskridge/

The Metro Greenline is now BRT. Join open houses in Feb 2026 to shape its future. Share your thoughts & learn about route options. In-person & virtual sessions available. Check the flyer for details.

Movers & Shapers: St. Louisans working to build community The St. Louis business ecosystem doesn’t grow without support at the grassroots level. It’s full of people doing steady, sometimes thankless work in the neighborhoods that dot the metro area. They’re the builders—leaders in community improvement districts, neighborhood coalitions, and regional efforts to bring people together. Their efforts help to boost small businesses and ensure […]

Meet some heroes of St. Louis! This STL Magazine feature spotlights the Movers & Shapers building community from the ground up. Discover how these leaders are driving growth and unity in our neighborhoods! https://ow.ly/AX8t50Y4o5z

STL Partnership Releases 2025 End of Year Report | STLP Report highlights economic development across the St. Louis region The St. Louis Economic Development Partnership has released its 2025 end of year report, highlighting a year of progress supporting business…

Check out STL Partnership's 2025 EOY report, showcasing our focus on business growth & community vitality. Discover key achievements & future initiatives shaping our region. Read more here: https://ow.ly/SVwz50Y3RTe

New dog park and restaurant combo opens at former Bar K space in St. Louis K9 Garden opened its doors to dogs and their owners this week about 5 months after combo bar and dog park Bar K abruptly closed.

Great news for dog owners! K9 Garden has opened in Forest Park Southeast at the old Bar K spot. Enjoy a membership-based park & café with local bites. Another win for development in the St. Louis region! https://ow.ly/zM6C50Y1cwW

Construction underway on $57M apartment complex in suburban town center - St. Louis Business Journal Under construction in the suburban city's town center, the four-story building will hold 188 apartments, plus commercial and retail space.

Big development news for Wildwood: Construction has kicked off on the $57.5M Wildwood Luxury Living project, featuring 188 modern apartments & retail space. https://ow.ly/hhmH50Y0Fek

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 | St. Louis Economic Development Partnership Events around St. Louis Each year, communities come together to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal leader of the Civil Rights Movement whose…

Join us as we soon honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. Each year, our communities come together for a day of reflection, unity, and action. Read on for some STL events to celebrate and reflect! https://ow.ly/tUVT50XWIar

Nearly $1B in downtown projects introduced in 2025 - St. Louis Business Journal Nearly $1B in downtown projects introduced in 2025

Big changes are on the horizon for downtown St. Louis! In 2025, nearly $1 billion in projects launched. Highlights include the Millennium Hotel, redevelopment of the Mansion House Apartments, and renovations to The Dome. Read more: https://ow.ly/RLYp50XW8QS

Plumbers & Pipefitters union buys building for $5M to expand training operations - St. Louis Business Journal A union local has paid $5 million for a building where it plans to expand its training offerings.

Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562 announced a new training center in Earth City, just steps from their headquarters. This 90,000 sq. ft. facility will help meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the trade. Another win for development in STL! https://ow.ly/J90O50XVCcF

Movers & Shapers: Enterprising St. Louisans behind rising startups The St. Louis startup scene is powered by people eager to take risks. These first-time founders and seasoned innovators are launching companies prepared to tackle real-world problems, while drawing on the expertise of the region’s network of mentors, funders, and peers to turn their ideas into viable businesses. Amanda Hausmann | MomMoment This St. Louis […]

Check out this article on these innovative startups shaping the St. Louis community 🙌
https://www.stlmag.com/business/movers-shapers-startups/