Civic Progress, an organization of CEOs from 34 of the largest employers in the St. Louis region, hosted a reception for 200+ interns and co-ops in an effort to connect them to each other and to the community by showcasing a few regional initiatives.

Hugh Grant, CEO of Monsanto, and Diane Sullivan, CEO of Brown Shoe, hosted the night’s events. St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley provided some remarks along with special presentations from Maggie Hales of CityArchRiver 2015 Foundation and Susan Trautman of Great Rivers Greenways.

A networking reception for the St. Louis area interns followed with food, drinks, music and prizes

Civic Progress is working to improve the quality of the community and business life, and its members believe St. Louis offers unique advantages as a place to live, work and raise a family. Civic Progress is interested in engaging with local Millennials to learn more about what they are looking for in the region and to convince them to stay and build their career here.