MADE IN ST. LOUIS: How Great Businesses Are Built

What does it really take to build a successful company in St. Louis?

Join Small Business Monthly, Bank of America, and the Missouri History Museum for a special morning event featuring successful St. Louis entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses right here in our region.

In an engaging and candid panel discussion, these accomplished business leaders will share the real stories behind their success — how they started, the challenges they faced, and the strategies that helped them build winning companies.

You’ll walk away with practical insights, inspiration, and ideas you can apply to your own business journey.

What You’ll Learn

During this lively panel discussion, our featured entrepreneurs will discuss:

• How they got their businesses off the ground
• The biggest challenges they faced — and how they overcame them
• The key decisions that helped their companies grow
• The strategies that helped them build successful organizations
• Their advice for entrepreneurs and future business leaders in St. Louis

Special Setting

This event takes place inside the Missouri History Museum and celebrates its newest exhibit:

“Made in St. Louis”

A new rotating gallery celebrating 260 years of innovation, invention, and entrepreneurship in our region.

From iconic brands to groundbreaking ideas, the exhibit showcases the creativity and determination that helped build the St. Louis business community.

This discussion continues that story — featuring today’s business builders.

Event Details

Made in St. Louis: Building a Winning Business

📍 Missouri History Museum – Forest Park
📅 Wednesday, May 6, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM

FREE to Attend

Who Should Attend

• Business Owners
• Entrepreneurs
• Business Leaders
• Professionals and Executives
• Future Business Leaders
• Anyone passionate about the St. Louis business community

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