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This video is part of Winning STL, in which Post-Dispatch Publisher Ian Caso sits down with ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ business and civic leaders who, through their time, energy and resources, have bet big on our region.

On May 16, 2025, tornadoes hit the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ area causing extensive damage and loss of life. To find ways to help with the recovery effort, visit STLtoday.com/howtohelp to explore the list of shelters, donation needs and volunteer opportunities.

Earlier videos:

Amy Shaw, president and CEO of Nine PBS, discusses the role public media can play in uniting the region and pushing common goals.

Michael McMillan, president and CEO of the Urban League of Metropolitan ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½, discusses how the number one Urban League in the United States serves over 200,000 people each year.

Contemporary Productions President Steve Schankman discusses the importance of ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ concerts including historic appearances from the Grateful Dead and the Rolling Stones, and the upcoming Evolution Fest.

Local entrepreneur Jim McKelvey, Block (formerly Square) owner and founder, discusses public safety in ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ in part two of this interview.

Jim McKelvey, Block (formerly Square) owner and founder, discusses how he started Square with Jack Dorsey and his thoughts on original ideas defining entrepreneurship in part one of this interview.

Katie's Pizza, through Giveback Tuesday, donates 100% of a day's profits to area charities. Over the past 10 years, more than $500,000 has been distributed.

Katie Lee tells her unique story of personal and professional failures and triumphs. She’s also writing a book.