Five defining business storylines of St. Louis in 2025
Key leadership transitions, downtown progress, funding challenges and data centers all loomed large over the region this year.
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St. Louis cannabis experts share trends to watch in 2026
From consumption lounges and infused dining experiences to widespread acceptance of cannabis as part of a health and wellness regimen, the coming year is expected to be a banner one for the industry.
2025 was the year that upended St. Louis philanthropy
Federal cuts, the May tornado, and the government shutdown all contributed to a year where nonprofits and the people supporting them had to constantly reassess priorities.
Pic the Gift is the St. Louis company that likely made the personalized gift in your stocking
The company specializes in sublimation, a process that transfers printed images onto a wide range of hard and synthetic surfaces.
How Harris Young Kayser marks a new chapter in trusted legal guidance
After more than 50 years of service, the Missouri-based firm rebrands and expands its legal expertise for businesses, municipalities, and employers.
Canceled vote at Post-Dispatch parent could be good news for Hoffmann
Lee Enterprises asked shareholders to invest $50 million in a plan that would dilute Hoffmann’s shares—but has now canceled the vote.
Introducing ‘Fast Forward STL’: A Business Podcast with Keith Alper
Listen to conversations with business leaders moving St. Louis forward.
Belden is the multibillion dollar St. Louis company you’ve likely never heard of
The company’s legacy is providing wires and cables, but it’s recently shifted its focus to helping companies use equipment more efficiently.
St. Louis drops Chris Goodson as redeveloper of Cleveland High School
The St. Louis Development Corporation is angling for the Land Clearance Redevelopment Authority to purchase the site from St. Louis Public Schools and immediately stabilize it.
‘Opportunity occupations’ provide good salaries, no degree needed, Fed says
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis researcher and economist Nicole Summers-Gabr has identified six jobs that pay workers above the local median wage, without needing a college degree.
How Verde Resources is making asphalt a net positive for the environment
The Clayton-based company’s biochar will now be using on roadways across the U.S.
St. Louis Business 500
St. Louis Business 500: Our Region's Top Business Leaders
A guide to some of the metro area’s most influential, impactful, and innovative leaders. Here, you’ll find both C-suite executives and more under-the-radar entrepreneurs across an array of industries, from health care to hospitality, accounting to aerospace, restaurants to real estate.
Personal injury law with a personal touch at The Bruning Law Firm
This firm combines deep compassion, cutting-edge technology, and St. Louis pride to deliver client-centered personal injury representation.
How Margaret McDonald decided to step back from a career she loved
After a nearly 30-career career with stints as a principal at Arcturis and HOK, McDonald now plans to do architecture from a new consultancy.
Mercy leans into AI, helping to pilot Microsoft’s new tool for nurses
The hospital system was one of a handful across the country working to refine the Dragon Copilot, which populates a patient’s medical chart just by listening.
UMSL accelerator looks to kickstart growth for nine emerging local businesses
The program’s sixth cohort will receive a $10,000 grant and targeted support.
Near North Riverfront businesses are fed up—and want a voice at City Hall
Business owners in the largely industrial neighborhood say it’s been neglected too long.
Kwema’s badge reels with panic buttons provide a solution to violence against nurses
The idea won Arch Grants backing in 2020, and is set for another boost through this year’s cohort of the Heathworx Accelerator.
Bridge Bread will open a bakery in the Loop, with new opportunities for workers
The 14-year-old nonprofit focused on restorative employment wants to set up its star employees for higher-paid work.
With ‘Joyosity,’ Clayton-based consultant wants business leaders to find their joy
Jenn Whitmer says that chasing down joy can transform the workplace.
Waymo is coming to St. Louis—but the cars will have drivers (for now)
The autonomous rideshare company is making moves on the Gateway City
St. Louis companies look to get in on the growing global biofuels market
Biofuels, such as those refined from the fats and oils from certain seed crops or even used cooking oil, offer a compelling alternative to traditional fuels—and electric batteries, too.
Movers & Shapers: St. Louisans connecting the dots across the local business ecosystem
Meet some of the local leaders opening doors to jobs, grants, and growth.