The St. Louis region is home to a powerful yet often overlooked asset: international talent ready to drive innovation, productivity, and growth. Hear from the St. Louis Mosaic Project and a local manufacturer about the positive impact international hires have had on their operations and culture. You’ll gain practical insights, resources, and a clear roadmap to tap into this high-potential talent pipeline. Watch Video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fnk9Du3sr4

Gurung Bazaar From Exile to Empowerment – A Refugee Entrepreneur’s Story of Rebuilding and Belonging Rooted in Resilience In a modest storefront on South Grand—lined with sacks of rice, bright spices, and snacks from faraway homelands—you’ll find more than groceries. You’ll find a story of quiet strength, family devotion, and a dream reborn through resilience. Rajiv Gurung’s journey began in Bhutan, but unfolded across borders and decades. Displaced as a child, he spent 16 ye

This month’s Mosaic Story features Veneta Rizvic and Kathy Bernard Veneta Rizvic, who leads the St. Louis Business Journal’s awards publications and special sections, shares her powerful journey from Bosnia to St. Louis. She arrived at a young age after her father was tragically shot in the head during the war. Veneta reflects on how she and her family rebuilt their lives in St. Louis, turning it into a true home. She highlights the opportunities the city has provided for her

BY St. Louis American Maxine Clark and Bob Fox were recognized as Champions in Education at The St. Louis American Foundation’s 38th Annual Salute to Excellence in Education Scholarship & Awards Gala on Saturday, Nov. 1st, 2025 at America’s Center, Downtown St. Louis. Watch full video here Video by James LeBine and Raven Whitener More news from the St. Louis American Foundation https://www.stlamerican.com/salute-to-excellence/a-powerful-force/ https://www.stlamerican.com/gall

By STL Made Run by the Premachandra family, Dances of India, one of the oldest classical Indian dance companies in the U.S., combines movement and storytelling to wow St. Louis audiences. Nearly all her life, as far back as she can remember, Nartana Premachandra has been dancing — learning and sharing the tradition of classical Indian dance that has been passed down from her parents and their ancestors — an art form that dates back some 2,000 years.  “It was created at a time

Here is the first ever socio-economic profile of the Asian-Pacific Islander Community in Metropolitan St. Louis

34th Annual Film Festival highlights global experience, magnifies Black voices By St. Louis American The 34th Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF) returns November 6–16 with screenings across the region and an extremely relevant theme: “Film Without Borders.” “At a time when division often dominates the global conversation, this year’s theme reminds us that storytelling is a universal language,” said Bree Maniscalco, executive director of Cinema St. L

Hundreds of business leaders gathered this week for the 2025 Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Breakfast. Representing 21 chambers of commerce from around the bi-state region, this year’s event offered participants a look at the regional and national economy while offering a space for networking and connection. The breakfast also served as the first public speaking opportunity for GSL’s new CEO, Ron Kitchens, who stressed the critical role local chambers of commerce play in our

This month’s Mosaic Story features Hamdullah Hamdard and Wendi Newell. Hamdullah, originally from Afghanistan, is the Afghan Support Director at the International Institute and founder of Owlsion Pictures, a media company focused on uplifting underrepresented voices. He shares why he chose St. Louis as home and how he helps other Afghan families do the same. This video was filmed at the Festival of Nations, where Hamdullah and Wendi—both dedicated to welcoming newcomers—met f

BY KSDK The AACCSTL commissioned a report that shows supporting diverse businesses is good business for the region. ST. LOUIS — Several regional chambers of commerce are coming together this week to take a closer look at the economic outlook, and the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of St. Louis will be one of the chambers sharing a recent report in a panel discussion. The Greater St. Louis, Inc.'s   Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Breakfast , happening November 6, will brin

By St. Louis Post Dispatch Suzanne Sierra, executive director of the St. Louis Mosaic Project, explains why it's important to help immigrants make professional and social connections, and put down roots, here. Watch video here.

ST. LOUIS – Nolan Ruiz, St. Louis’ largest McDonald’s franchisee, celebrated his 10-year business anniversary by surprising his employees with $200,000 in development incentives at a Valley Park McDonald’s. The celebration, which coincided with National Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighted Ruiz’s journey from wiping tables at age 14 to owning 33 restaurants, employing over 1,500 people, and generating nearly $120 million in sales. Watch video here.

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