"Progress 64 West plays a key role in determining what is needed to support, grow and foster community vitality. It's what every community needs for a healthy economy"
Debbie Shaw-Franke, President, Progress 64 West
The P64 Entrepreneurial Scholarship awards high school seniors in the St. Louis area for their business plans. Since its start in 2004, the program has granted over $170,000, turning young entrepreneurs' dreams into reality.
Each committee is led and facilitated by Senior P64 Members. These committees direct the programming of the monthly membership meetings, and actively engage with community partners to advance key initiatives.
Developing:
From skilled trades such as automotive technology, construction, plumbing, or electrical contracting to fields as diverse as agriculture and architecture, Progress 64 West advocates for the needed labor force for tomorrows community vitality.
Building:
Partners in Education (PIE) facilitators collaborate with volunteers willing to share their expertise or special talents with students. This community connection enhances the educational curriculum, making learning more meaningful and relevant for students.
That's a Wrap!
Wow! 36 years! A wonderful turnout to our Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards, Champions in Action! It was a resounding success! The luncheon was filled with inspiring speeches, heartfelt connections, and a shared commitment to driving growth and innovation in our community. Thank you to all who attended and contributed to making this event truly memorable.
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Thank You Speaker
Luncheon Sponsors!
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St. Louis Regional Freightway
Mary Lamie P.E.
Thursday May 22, 2025, 11:15 AM – 1:00 PM
Whitmoor Country Club
Established as the St. Louis region's premier source for coordinating support for industrial businesses and the logistics infrastructure they rely on, the St. Louis Regional Freightway (The Freightway) plays a vital role in fostering regional economic growth.
They offer site selection and business assistance to manufacturing, logistics, and multimodal transportation companies, along with their service providers.
An enterprise of Bi-State Development—the St. Louis MO-IL region’s multi-faceted economic development agency—the Freightway plays a vital role in driving the growth of the region’s manufacturing and distribution cluster, encompassing the City of St. Louis and seven adjacent counties in Missouri and Illinois. With its highly skilled labor pool and diverse real estate market, the St. Louis region offers distinctive advantages that support every aspect of a company’s supply chain and workforce development needs.
Slide Deck from Dr. Sandoval's Presentation
Thank You Banquet Sponsors!
2024 Excellence in Community Development Awards Banquet - Champions in Action
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