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Greater St. Louis, Inc. Leadership Program Accepting Nominations for 2026
Key Takeaways
- The GSL Fellows Experience aims to strengthen St. Louis’ talent pipeline.
- Program now accepting nominations of mid- to senior-level professionals for 2026 cohort.
- A commitment to local talent helps strengthen regional companies and institutions and retain strong leaders to the region.
ST. LOUIS – The Fellows Experience, an initiative of Greater St. Louis, Inc. that works with local companies and organizations to cultivate and retain mid-career professionals, is now accepting nominations for its 2026 cohort. With an updated format and curriculum, the nine-month Fellows Experience is designed to equip rising local leaders with the skills they need to shape inclusive economic growth in the St. Louis region.
“When we invest in the leadership of people who are already making a difference in St. Louis, we create a ripple effect that reaches every corner of our region,” said Dr. Trezette Dixon, Vice President of the Fellows Experience. “The Fellows Experience is a transformative program that gives professionals the space, tools, and network to thrive, not just for themselves, but for the communities and organizations they serve.
The Fellows program will run January – September 2026, with in-person sessions taking place at locations throughout the St. Louis region. Each participant must have commitment from both their organization and their direct supervisor, ensuring investment in the future of their employee and inclusive economic growth of the community.
“The Fellows Experience through Greater St. Louis, Inc. has been nothing short of transformative — and absolutely essential,” said Stanyale Riley, a Senior Human Resources Analyst with Mercy. “This program goes far beyond traditional professional development.”
Nominated individuals will join a network of over 1,200 Fellows Experience alumni, many of whom live and work in the region and represent a robust and influential collective of changemakers shaping policy, driving innovation, and leading across sectors.
Seats are limited: The next cohort will be capped at 100 Fellows, and nominations will close once the cohort is filled. Learn more or submit a nomination: GreaterSTLinc.com/Fellows
Media Contact: Tony Wyche | 314-398-9991 | Tony@GreaterSTLinc.com