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LEAD Program participants also met with Dick Flemming, head of the St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association. Flemming shared his own leadership insights with the group and gave them a first-hand introduction to St. Louis’ new branding campaign, designed to attract top businesses to the metropolitan area. He also discussed the revitalization efforts for downtown St. Louis. The pursuit of wisdom and knowledge is a significant component of the LEAD Program. Past program speakers have included Maxine Clark, CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop and Kathy Osborn of the St. Louis Regional Business Council. The program agenda for 2006/2007 focuses on four key topics: strategic planning, time management, effective presentations and networking. The LEAD Program is one of many aspects of RubinBrown that make the firm a wonderful place to develop a career. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss the program with any of our readers.

How does RubinBrown LEAD

The RubinBrown LEAD (Leadership, Education and Development) Program is the firm’s innovative solution to the development needs of our younger leaders. The program offers participants tremendous knowledge sharing opportunities throughout the year. In the fall of 2006 alone, participants visited with two well-respected St. Louis leaders. Participants met one-on-one with Chuck Knight, former CEO of Emerson Electric. Knight discussed his book, “Performance Without Compromise.” He shared his leadership insights and the secrets of how Emerson consistently achieves winning results. To top off the afternoon, Knight personally signed copies of his book for each participant.

Questions? Contact Fred Kostecki, CPA Partner, Assurance Services Group 314-290-3398 fred.kostecki@rubinbrown.com

The RubinBrown LEAD (Leadership, Education and Development) Program is one of many aspects of RubinBrown that make the firm a wonderful place to develop a career.

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