When I think about the incredible journey of Clayco, one name stands out—Russ Burns. His ability to turn ambitious ideas into reality, lead with compassion, and bring out the best in people has shaped this company in ways I’ll forever be grateful for.
In the aftermath of the extreme weather over the past few days, I’ve witnessed something that’s become a familiar story in our city—people showing up. I travelled many of the streets in the hardest-hit areas
I’m calling on all my fellow St. Louisans, our Midwestern neighbors, friends, and leaders far and wide to step up and stand with the city of St. Louis in this critical moment.
Standing before the class of 2025 at the University of Missouri–St. Louis was an incredible honor that I’ll never forget.