welcome
On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, it is our
pleasure to welcome you to the 2018 Urban Expo on August 10 -12 at America’s Center in Downtown
St. Louis!
The Urban Expo is truly a one of a kind free event that provides a hiring fair, Back to School Supply
Giveaway, new shoes for the entire family, health fair, a Save Our Sisters Women’s Empowerment
Summit courtesy of the Coca-Cola Foundation, literary corner, food samples, live entertainment featuring
a concert by Fred Hammond on Sunday, August 12, workshops, haircuts and more. For the Save Our
Sisters - Women’s Empowerment Summit we are excited to host Actress BernNadette Stanis and Television
Personality Pam Chapman as our luncheon and plenary session speakers. On August 11 and 12
Workshop/ Forum: The From Protest to Policy and Programs will feature our local activists addressing
the current civil rights issues which are plaguing our community.
Special thank you to our partnering educational institution Saint Louis Public Schools and our sponsors
Monsanto, Missouri Lottery, Wells Fargo, Walmart, Emerson, Schnucks, Regions Bank, Explore St. Louis,
St. Louis Community Credit Union, MODOT, Commerce Bank, Bank of America, BJC and Anthem for their
support of this community event. This year, we are also excited to offer a free raffle drawing for chance
to win a 2018 Ford Ecosport, courtesy of Schicker Automotive and the Urban League of Metropolitan
St. Louis!
More information about the Urban Expo & Back to School Fest is included in this brochure and can be
found online at www.ulstl.com. Thank you for your participation.
Sincerely,
Keith H. Williamson
Board Chair
Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc.
Michael P. McMillan
President & CEO
Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc.