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Greater St. Louis, Inc. announced today the formal launch of the national search process for its next Chief Executive Officer. To spearhead the search, GSL has selected nationally recognized executive search firm Jorgenson Pace.
“Greater St. Louis, Inc. is a truly essential organization that has unified the business and civic communities and focused the St. Louis region on growth,” said Kathleen M. Mazzarella, Chairman, President, and CEO of Graybar; member of the GSL Board of Directors; and chair of the GSL committee overseeing the CEO search process. “As GSL transitions into our next phase, our new CEO will have a unique opportunity to not only strengthen our organization for the future, but to build on our initial success to elevate St. Louis as a national model for business and civic leadership.”
Established January 1, 2021, through the merger of five economic development and civic organizations, GSL has served as the voice of the 15-county bi-state St. Louis region’s business community. Guided by a CEO-led Board of Directors and supported by companies and organizations of all sizes, GSL convenes and collaborates with business, governmental, and civic leaders to empower inclusive economic growth and prosperity in communities across the St. Louis metro area. GSL stewards the implementation of the STL 2030 Jobs Plan, a 10-year roadmap for boosting economic growth, increasing the number of high-quality jobs, and reducing racial disparities in employment and wealth generation to boost opportunities for all.
“Jorgenson Pace has decades of experience placing top executives across the country. They are the best firm to lead our search process and bring the best candidates forward to be our next CEO,” added Mazzarella.
With over 25 years of experience in recruiting top leadership talent, Jorgenson Pace, Inc. specializes in supporting non-profit, community, and economic development organizations across the country. Todd Jorgenson, Managing Partner, will personally oversee the CEO search process.
“We are honored to partner with Greater St. Louis, Inc. in this pivotal moment for the organization and the region,” said Todd Jorgenson, Managing Partner at Jorgenson Pace. “With a deep understanding of mission-driven leadership and over two decades of experience placing transformational executives nationwide, we are confident in our ability to identify a visionary leader who will build on GSL’s momentum and drive inclusive growth for the St. Louis region.”
Currently, Jorgenson Pace, Inc. is engaging with the GSL Search Committee, primary investors, and other key stakeholders to officially kick off the search process.
Interested candidates or those seeking additional information may reach out to Jorgenson Pace, Inc. at GSL@jorgensonpace.com or visit HERE.