Through calculated growth, the Glik family catapulted one store in St. Louis, MO in 1897 to a chain of on-trend retail stores and boutiques in 71 small towns in the upper Midwest by 2023.

A Walk in the Woods

For David Stine, every piece of furniture he makes begins with a walk in the woods. His own 1,000-acre woods.

Vicia's 5th Anniversary

In case you missed it, Vicia celebrated its 5th birthday in March!

EntrepreneurshipGrace MikulaApril 19, 2022Leaders, Entrepreneurship

Wally's Pulls into St. Louis

With a mission to reimagine how people experience travel centers, Michael Rubenstein and Chad Wallis return to their home turf to introduce their innovative concept, Wally’s, to Saint Louis in Spring 2022.

EntrepreneurshipGrace MikulaMarch 29, 2022Entrepreneurship

Cultivating Culture at Emerson

Publisher Craig Kaminer’s conversation with Surendralal Karsanbhai, Emerson’s newly appointed CEO, began with business. Quickly, the discussion turned to listening to LP records, squeezing a run into a hectic schedule, and raising six-year-old twins…

Business, EntrepreneurshipGrace MikulaJanuary 21, 2022Business, Entrepreneurship, Leaders

Following Your Heart to America’s First Wine Region

For SL’s Jan./Feb. issue, our Publisher Craig Kaminer explored the booming development of Augusta, MO. With the support of St. Louisans David and Jerri Hoffman, this not-so-far-from-home destination is now gaining momentum on the national stage.

Editors Picks, EntrepreneurshipGrace MikulaJanuary 4, 2022Editors Picks, Leaders

The Story of True Residential

American made and St. Louis-based True Residential shares the heartfelt history of the company and how humble beginnings blossomed into a world famous luxury brand.

Designs and Homes, EntrepreneurshipAdminFebruary 3, 2021