The P64
Entrepreneurial Scholarship
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 $200,000, turning young entrepreneurs' dreams into reality. Congratulations to the 2025 Winners below.
Participating:
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.
Progress 64 West Membership
Progress 64 West elevates regional dialogue, strengthens economic competitiveness, and convenes business and civic leaders around the issues shaping our future. Our legislative updates, economic development initiatives, workforce discussions, and policy engagement are made possible by committed members like you.
Membership is more than participation — it is an investment in regional coordination, informed leadership, and proactive solutions. As we move into 2026, your continued support ensures we remain a credible and influential voice across West St. Louis County, St. Charles County, and the broader St. Louis region.
We invite you to revisit the value of membership by viewing this brief video:
That's a Wrap!
Photos from the 2025 Annual Excellence in Community Development Awards, Champions in Action
Progress 64 West’s 2025 Champions in Action – Excellence in Community Development Awards was a meaningful celebration of the people and projects moving our region forward. Thank you to our sponsors, partners, and attendees for helping us recognize the leaders who strengthen our communities through vision, collaboration, and action.
Check out our photo slideshow of the 2025 Banquet.
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USAKO - Global Investments
June 18, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
OPO Startups, St. Charles MO
Han Ko, President, Founder and Chief Executive Officer,
USAKO Group
USAKO Group is a global investment and consulting firm focused on foreign direct investment (FDI), venture capital, and international trade, serving as a strategic bridge between North America and South Korea.
At our upcoming program, Han Ko will share insights on global investment and cross-border opportunity, while Brad Dean will highlight how St. Louis is positioning itself to compete and connect on a global stage.
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Vijay Chauhan,
GlobalSTL Lead at BioSTL
August 21, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Doubletree Hotel, Chesterfield MO
Join Progress 64 West as we welcome Vijay Chauhan, Global Lead at BioSTL, for a discussion on innovation, entrepreneurship, emerging technologies, and the evolving role they play in regional competitiveness. As healthcare, AI, bioscience, and global connectivity continue reshaping industries, this conversation will explore how regions can position themselves not simply to adapt to change—but to lead it.
Lodging Hospitality
Management
Robert F. O'loughlin,
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
September 18, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Doubletree Hotel, Chesterfield MO
Join Progress 64 West as we welcome Robert F. O’Loughlin, Chief Executive Officer of Lodging Hospitality Management, for a discussion on the future of entertainment districts, destination development, and regional growth. Drawing from the transformation of St. Louis Union Station and broader conversations surrounding downtown revitalization, this discussion will explore how investment, tourism, placemaking, and community engagement can help shape the future of St. Louis.
News from the Progress 64 West Corridor
