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Expanding empowerment: Urban League's new initiatives target food deserts, senior assistance and social services

7 months 2 weeks ago
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis stands as a beacon of empowerment and opportunity, steadfast in its commitment to economic self-reliance, social equality and civil rights advocacy. In 2023, the Urban League significantly expanded its reach, overcoming transportation and location barriers to assist more individuals than ever before. With 25 strategically placed locations, the organization now extends comprehensive assistance to over 200,000 individuals, forging pathways to a more equitable…
Richard Keith Davis

8 legal challenges to consider when incorporating AI into your business strategy

7 months 2 weeks ago
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the business landscape, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth, efficiency and innovation. From intelligent chatbots to predictive analytics, AI is reshaping the way companies operate. However, as businesses eagerly adopt this game-changing technology, including off-the-shelf AI products like Anthropic's Claude, OpenAI's ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot and Google’s Gemini, it is crucial to navigate the legal and ethical challenges that come…
Mark Williams

UB Greensfelder’s role in the St. Louis community: Building a diverse and inclusive workplace

7 months 2 weeks ago
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) are cornerstone values at UB Greensfelder. A diverse and inclusive team enriches the work environment for everyone and is a catalyst for the type of creative solutions we deliver to our clients. UB Greensfelder Partner Alvin E. Mathews, Jr., chief diversity officer; Carmen White, director of Diversity Initiatives and Civic Engagement; and Counsel Yvette R. Simpson, director of Culture and Belonging, lead the firm’s DEIB efforts. With full support…
UB Greensfelder

Work with a purpose: Creating a company culture to appeal to a new generation

7 months 2 weeks ago
Young professionals want something more from a workplace than just a place to work, and they’re right to insist on it. A desirable company culture, one in which professionals are given the resources they need to improve and a community that supports them, has become increasingly important to the latest generation to join the workforce. This generation of workers also wants to do work that matters, that creates tangible, positive impacts in their community, giving their work purpose and meaning. Anders…
Anders CPAs + Advisors

Blind and low-vision community gains visual information access with groundbreaking digital tool

7 months 2 weeks ago
Educator and engineer Jenna Gorlewicz was studying medical robotics at Vanderbilt University when she met a sixth grader who would change the course of her career. Kira, a student in a school where Gorlewicz was volunteering, said, “You’re an engineer? That’s so cool!” Then Kira said, “I’ll never be one,” citing her blindness as a key barrier. Disheartened by Kira’s statement, Gorlewicz proceeded to learn more about the barriers that individuals with blindness and low vision face.…
Ginger O’Donnell