In partnership with Greater St. Louis, Inc. and media sponsor, the St. Louis Business Journal, the St. Louis County Library has announced a new addition to its nationally-renowned author event program. The St. Louis County Library Business Author Series will host 6-8 nationally touring, dynamic authors with new titles on current topics in the business community. With speakers ranging from CEOs, non-profit executives, bestselling authors and more, the series will provide thought-provoking conversations and insightful perspectives on leadership, teams, change management, economic growth, and authentic relationships. The series will be widely promoted to both local business leaders and community members.
Unless otherwise noted, all events take place in the Post Event Space at the Clark Family Branch, located at 1640. S. Lindbergh Blvd.
Kristen Sorth, Director & CEO of St. Louis County Library said, “We are thrilled to bring this new addition to St. Louis County Library’s popular author series. With the support of Greater St. Louis, Inc. as the lead sponsor and the St. Louis Business Journal as the media sponsor, the series will drive conversations about economic growth, job creation, employee attraction and retention, and leading the region forward. SLCL has long provided resources to the business and non-profit community through our programming and services. The addition of the Business Author Series will be a significant resource for the region.”
“Greater St. Louis, Inc. is thrilled to be supporting the St. Louis County Library’s new business author series, which will bring world-class leaders to St. Louis to share their insights with our business community,” said Ron Kitchens, Managing Partner of Greater St. Louis, Inc. “Collaboration and partnerships like this are key to drive the St. Louis region forward, and we’re excited to be working with SLCL to create conversation, expand opportunity for our families, and continue to showcase why this is one of the best places to live and work.”
The Business Author Series launches this fall with two author events. Tickets available at www.slcl.org/authors.
Danny Meyer: “What Could Possibly Go Right?: The Essential Journey to Scale an Enduring Culture”
Saturday, Sept. 26, 5:00 p.m.
St. Louis native Danny Meyer reveals the secrets of his widely admired leadership philosophy. In 2006, Danny Meyer owned 11 restaurants and had just written a bestselling book, which proudly declared that he had never closed a restaurant. But just a few years later, he shuttered his beloved Tabla. Danny realized that his fear of failure had become an impediment to his entrepreneurial spirit. “What Could Possibly Go Right?” offers fascinating stories from Danny’s career. Get Tickets
Chris Pronger: “Earned: The True Cost of Greatness From One of Hockey’s Fiercest Competitors”
Sunday, Oct. 4, 7:00 p.m.
In the high-stakes world of professional hockey, talent alone doesn’t cut it. Chris Pronger—one of the NHL’s most dominant defensemen—learned that the hard way. In “Earned,”, he reveals the raw truth behind an eighteen-year career defined by triumph, adversity, and transformation. A Hockey Hall of Famer, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and Hart Trophy winner, he shares what the stats don’t show: the relentless standards and hard lessons that forged his success. Get Tickets
St. Louis County Library hosts one of the most extensive public author event programs in the country. In 2025, the series welcomed 163 bestselling authors from a variety of genres, with over 37,000 attendees. 2026 is projected to be a record-breaking year for the Author Series. The 2026 season includes over 175 authors and will welcome 40,000+ readers to the library.
Program sites are accessible. Upon two weeks’ notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. Contact St. Louis County Library by phone 314-994-3300 or visit www.slcl.org.