By St. Louis Business Journal Story Highlights St. Louis employers struggle to fill specialized roles as experienced workers retire and domestic talent shrinks. International students graduating from regional universities possess work authorization and in-demand skills but remain largely unhired. The St. Louis Mosaic Project connected 10 regional employers with 12 international interns in its first year. Across the country — and in St. Louis — employers are facing a growing c

This month's Mosaic Story features a conversation between Imelda Gonzalez, a bilingual realtor in St. Louis, and Kelly Moore, Director of Community Engagement at the St. Louis International Institute. Together, they discuss Imelda’s journey of moving to St. Louis, her experiences navigating the challenges of being an immigrant, and their shared passion for giving back to the community. Watch video here.

By National Today Local organization Mosaic Project works to connect businesses with international talent amid workforce shortages and misperceptions about hiring process St. Louis is facing a workforce shortage, but thousands of international students and workers in the region are already authorized to work. Many employers still assume the hiring process is too complicated. The Mosaic Project, a local organization, is working to connect businesses with international talent t

By First 4 Alert ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - St. Louis is facing a workforce crunch, but thousands of international students and workers in the region are already authorized to work. Many employers still assume the hiring process is too complicated. The Mosaic Project, a local organization, is working to connect businesses with international talent that is ready to work now. David Amelotti: St. Louis and really the entire country right now is dealing with workforce shor

S econd annual International Hiring Challenge offers employers one practical entry point into a broader international talent pipeline The St. Louis Mosaic Project (Mosaic) is calling greater attention to the role of global talent in strengthening the St. Louis region’s workforce, competitiveness and long-term economic growth, while launching the second year of its International Hiring Challenge as one practical way for employers to begin engaging that talent pipeline. As empl

By STL Partnership 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 series, at its headquarters with a focus on international women. With International Women’s Day recently occurring on March 8, the speakers at the event were three women from three different countries who are now settled in the St. Louis region. With a theme of “Give to Gain,” which

By STL Magazine Sheehan discusses career, personal life in Clayton Community Spotlight Stella Sheehan, deputy director at World Trade Center St. Louis, was recently featured by St. Louis Magazine in the Clayton Community Spotlight. In the question-and-answer interview, Sheehan shares what motivates her, values that guide her, standout memories from her career, challenges she’s experienced, what inspires her as well as her hobbies and interests. To read the full interview, cli

Mosaic Project executive director discusses importance of leading with inclusion Suzanne Sierra, executive director of the St. Louis Mosaic project, was recently a featured speaker at the BECOME Women’s Summit, hosted by Little Black Book. The BECOME Women’s Summit, held at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel, was a two-day event focused on helping women in business, leadership and entrepreneurship. During her presentation, Leading with Inclusion, Sierra shared how wideni

By St. Louis Magazine Insights from St. Louis Mosaic Project’s Executive Director. As the leader of an organization whose goal is to maintain St. Louis as the fastest-growing major metropolitan area for immigration, Sierra says her role’s biggest challenge is remaining hopeful and forward – looking amid uncertainty brought on by recent changes in federal immigration policy. She takes heart in the fact that her 9-to-5 is to help new arrivals fall in love with St. Louis. 2026 Q

By St. Louis Magazine Insights from the executive director of World Trade Center St. Louis Over the past year, Nowak has helped organize efforts to forge relationships with emerging business and trade partners in Africa—a fast-growing continent that he believes is full of untapped potential for local organizations. Above all, Nowak is determined to help the region thrive. “We have so much history, so many great stories, people, and assets to lean into and be our authentic St.

By St. Louis Magazine Insights from the Economic Development Partnership’s CEO and president Crim helps drive industry throughout the region. His extensive experience in public and private enterprise helped pave the way for a career built on staying curious, both about oneself and the world around us. “Stay in learning mode. Watch what others are doing but also take the time to understand your own interests,” he says. “Think about where your passions intersect with your skill

By Town & Style The IMSTL/WTC/Mosaic collaboration was mentioned in the current issue of Town & Style in conjunction with the year-end celebration. Click on the link below to read about it - In the Know, page https://issuu.com/townandstyle/docs/town_style_2.18.26/7?ff

Empowering Immigrants and Navigating Policies for a Thriving St. Louis by Metalle Tagner, the https://thenarrativematters.com/ Building Bridges: St. Louis Mosaic Project and the ICE Department The St. Louis Mosaic Project acts as a vital regional initiative. Its primary goal is dedicated to transforming St. Louis into a more welcoming community for immigrants. Since it launched in 2012, this project has focused heavily on the economic and social benefits that a growing foreig

Suzanne Sierra, Blake Hamilton share how newcomers are adjusting to life in St. Louis On Jan. 20, the St. Louis Mosaic Project, a regional initiative that is professionally managed by the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, World Trade Center St. Louis and a 32 Member Steering Committee, hosted an STL 101 information session, called “Supporting Our International Community.” The session, which took place on Zoom, was co-hosted by Suzanne Sierra, executive director of t

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 growth and regional vitality across St. Louis City and County. The report outlines key accomplishments from each division of STL Partnership, including business development, business retention and expansion, business finance, strategic initiatives, the St. Louis Mosaic Pr

International Mentoring St. Louis merges into World Trade Center St. Louis. The nonprofit matched 790 mentors with foreign-born women from 85 countries. International Mentoring St. Louis transfers $268,900 fund balance by year-end. A nonprofit group is merging into the World Trade Center St. Louis to become part of its Mosaic Project , which informs the community about the impact that a foreign-born population can make for the region’s overall growth. International Mentoring

Strategic union creates synergies to support global talent, strengthen international growth Two of St. Louis’ leading organizations dedicated to attracting and retaining international professionals to the region and enhancing its global reputation and footprint announced today that they are joining forces to better support global talent and strengthen international growth. The World Trade Center St. Louis (WTC) board of directors has formally approved bringing International

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

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