Mel Lambert
@mellambert.bsky.social
Profile pic by Steenz. Info Science & Media, shaken not stirred. Pop Culture. Lover of #STL food and businesses. Food motivated. "You've got MEL."
Guess whose leadership course is starting?! And guess what? The speaker sessions are open to the public! Let's kick it off with Stephanie Haenchen and Communicating with Intention! Jan 22nd at 6PM.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:44 AM
Guess whose leadership course is starting?! And guess what? The speaker sessions are open to the public! Let's kick it off with Stephanie Haenchen and Communicating with Intention! Jan 22nd at 6PM.
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Workshop! From Idea to Insight: Customer Discovery for Startups on Jan 22nd at 4PM.
From Idea to Insight: Customer Discovery for Startups - Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship | Washington University in St. Louis
With the rise of generative AI models, it’s never been easier to start building. But how do you know what to build? And how do you know if what you built solves a problem in a better way? That’s the
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January 6, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Workshop! From Idea to Insight: Customer Discovery for Startups on Jan 22nd at 4PM.
Funding Opp: Amex Shop Small Grants Program. They will fund more than 500 grants of $20,000 each, empowering small businesses to grow, innovate, and support their local communities Due Jan 16th.
Amex Shop Small Grants Program
Providing grants to help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities.
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December 22, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Funding Opp: Amex Shop Small Grants Program. They will fund more than 500 grants of $20,000 each, empowering small businesses to grow, innovate, and support their local communities Due Jan 16th.
Funding Opp: The Pay It Forward Program is Spectrum's commitment to providing opportunities and advertising resources to small businesses. Grants include: Complimentary traditional TV & streaming ad campaigns, Creative services, edu resources, Business-building mentoring and insights
Pay it Forward
At Spectrum Reach, we share one clear purpose: helping businesses of all sizes grow through multi-platform, affordable advertising solutions that reach your target audience across all screens. Come…
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December 8, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Funding Opp: The Pay It Forward Program is Spectrum's commitment to providing opportunities and advertising resources to small businesses. Grants include: Complimentary traditional TV & streaming ad campaigns, Creative services, edu resources, Business-building mentoring and insights
Funding Opp! Hiring Our Heroes’ Small Business Grant Program will award five small businesses owned by veterans and/or military spouses with a one-time $10,000 or $25,000 grant to grow and support their businesses.
Small Business Grant Program
HOH Small Business Award for Veterans and Military Spouses will award five vet- and milspouse-owned small businesses with a one-time grant.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Funding Opp! Hiring Our Heroes’ Small Business Grant Program will award five small businesses owned by veterans and/or military spouses with a one-time $10,000 or $25,000 grant to grow and support their businesses.
STL couldn't figure out how to share the road with a trolley but they wanna introduce self driving cars...😂😂😂😭😭🤷🤷🤷
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Waymo is coming to St. Louis—but the cars will have drivers (for now)
The autonomous rideshare company is making moves to expand to a dozen more places, including the Gateway City.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:18 PM
STL couldn't figure out how to share the road with a trolley but they wanna introduce self driving cars...😂😂😂😭😭🤷🤷🤷
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It's not all business over at my job. A LOT of it is, but then sometimes I get to do things like put on a Local Author Book Fair as part of KPL's Centennial Celebrations. Come find your next favorite book or a gift for your friends & family. My library is turning 100! buff.ly/HuOaHZq
November 28, 2025 at 7:30 PM
It's not all business over at my job. A LOT of it is, but then sometimes I get to do things like put on a Local Author Book Fair as part of KPL's Centennial Celebrations. Come find your next favorite book or a gift for your friends & family. My library is turning 100! buff.ly/HuOaHZq
STL is supposed to get weather tomorrow, so here is your reminder that you can shop small anytime and not just tomorrow! Lots of shops have websites, or you can go today instead of big box stores, or try next week after things clear. Any day is a great day to shop small!
November 28, 2025 at 6:18 PM
STL is supposed to get weather tomorrow, so here is your reminder that you can shop small anytime and not just tomorrow! Lots of shops have websites, or you can go today instead of big box stores, or try next week after things clear. Any day is a great day to shop small!
Funding Opp: Faire small business grant program gives select new stores $5,000 to use on Faire to stock their shelves with amazing products.
The one-stop shop for wholesale - Faire
Faire is the platform connecting thousands of brands and retailers worldwide.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Funding Opp: Faire small business grant program gives select new stores $5,000 to use on Faire to stock their shelves with amazing products.
Accelerator Opp: 500 Global continues to invest in founders, offering $150K in investment, founder-focused programming, growth and development curriculum, & tailored support. A 4-month in-person program is hosted at the headquarters in Palo Alto, CA.
Flagship Accelerator | 500 Global
Our Flagship Accelerator in Palo Alto invests in early-stage tech startups across regions and industries thinking globally from Day 1. We offer seed funding, full-scale programming and tailored…
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November 24, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Accelerator Opp: 500 Global continues to invest in founders, offering $150K in investment, founder-focused programming, growth and development curriculum, & tailored support. A 4-month in-person program is hosted at the headquarters in Palo Alto, CA.
We totally extended the date for applications for the leadership course. I need your help in spreading the word! If you know someone who would make an awesome leader and wants some hands-on experience. All at the low low price of FREE (because it's the library). Send them my way! kplmo.org/alps
November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
We totally extended the date for applications for the leadership course. I need your help in spreading the word! If you know someone who would make an awesome leader and wants some hands-on experience. All at the low low price of FREE (because it's the library). Send them my way! kplmo.org/alps
One of the favorite parts of my job has been this community run book club here at KPL. The book club has been going since 2008. If you're curious about understanding the broader community you live in, & want to dig into some non-fiction books our next meeting is December 4th buff.ly/KZLqnmq
November 20, 2025 at 7:24 PM
One of the favorite parts of my job has been this community run book club here at KPL. The book club has been going since 2008. If you're curious about understanding the broader community you live in, & want to dig into some non-fiction books our next meeting is December 4th buff.ly/KZLqnmq
This is the LAST WEEK! So if you or someone you know was looking to boost your leadership skills in 2026, now is the time to apply. Apps close Nov 21st at 11:59PM!
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November 17, 2025 at 6:18 PM
This is the LAST WEEK! So if you or someone you know was looking to boost your leadership skills in 2026, now is the time to apply. Apps close Nov 21st at 11:59PM!
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We're back again! Every last Wed of the month we'll be here - talking to you about your needs, your ideas, whatever you want to talk about for your startup. buff.ly/rI56efe
November 12, 2025 at 8:23 PM
We're back again! Every last Wed of the month we'll be here - talking to you about your needs, your ideas, whatever you want to talk about for your startup. buff.ly/rI56efe
Been thinking about starting a business but you're still unsure? Come see if it's right for you! KPL is having a session on November 19th where you can ask questions and see if starting a business is a good match for you. buff.ly/oEBC9Gp
November 5, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Been thinking about starting a business but you're still unsure? Come see if it's right for you! KPL is having a session on November 19th where you can ask questions and see if starting a business is a good match for you. buff.ly/oEBC9Gp
The amazing Mary Scott is leading a session at STL Startup Week! Mary Scott will be providing an interactive virtual workshop on November 10th at 5pm CST on zoom. If you would like to CREATE A STARTUP BUSINESS LEGALLY, it's ten easy steps and can apply to almost any city. Register at
Start A Business Legally
November 10, 2025 5-6pm on zoom This is an interactive online workshop about the steps a founder needs to take to get a business started legally in Missouri. It includes all the practical information…
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October 31, 2025 at 5:18 PM
The amazing Mary Scott is leading a session at STL Startup Week! Mary Scott will be providing an interactive virtual workshop on November 10th at 5pm CST on zoom. If you would like to CREATE A STARTUP BUSINESS LEGALLY, it's ten easy steps and can apply to almost any city. Register at
Hi Friends! 🚀 STL Startup Week is back November 10–14!
This is the region’s premier event series for founders, small business owners, and innovators to connect, learn, and grow. Register now and start building your week: stlouisstartupweek.com
#STLStartupWeek #STLSW2025 #Startups #Entrepreneurs
This is the region’s premier event series for founders, small business owners, and innovators to connect, learn, and grow. Register now and start building your week: stlouisstartupweek.com
#STLStartupWeek #STLSW2025 #Startups #Entrepreneurs
STL Startup Week | November 10-14, 2025
STL Startup Week (STLSW) is the region’s premier event series designed by and for the local entrepreneurial community. November 10-14, 2025 in St. Louis, MO.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Hi Friends! 🚀 STL Startup Week is back November 10–14!
This is the region’s premier event series for founders, small business owners, and innovators to connect, learn, and grow. Register now and start building your week: stlouisstartupweek.com
#STLStartupWeek #STLSW2025 #Startups #Entrepreneurs
This is the region’s premier event series for founders, small business owners, and innovators to connect, learn, and grow. Register now and start building your week: stlouisstartupweek.com
#STLStartupWeek #STLSW2025 #Startups #Entrepreneurs
I'm sorry did YOUR library get named one of the most ICONIC libraries in Missouri by some random website on the internet? No? I can feel your jealousy. Much love to the other libraries on this list. Icons. All of us.
The Most Iconic Libraries in Missouri
A guide to Missouri’s architectural and historic libraries, from St. Louis to Joplin, and their unique collections and roles.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:58 PM
I'm sorry did YOUR library get named one of the most ICONIC libraries in Missouri by some random website on the internet? No? I can feel your jealousy. Much love to the other libraries on this list. Icons. All of us.
More announcements coming soon, but if you know someone who would make an excellent leader - the applications are NOW OPEN for the Applied Leadership Pathways 2026 cohort!
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October 28, 2025 at 5:18 PM
More announcements coming soon, but if you know someone who would make an excellent leader - the applications are NOW OPEN for the Applied Leadership Pathways 2026 cohort!
It's time for another legal clinic? Do you have questions about starting a business or nonprofit? This is your chance to get 30 minutes with a lawyer! buff.ly/rzSJfI4
October 16, 2025 at 7:11 PM
It's time for another legal clinic? Do you have questions about starting a business or nonprofit? This is your chance to get 30 minutes with a lawyer! buff.ly/rzSJfI4
Did you miss out on the Women's panel? Don't worry. We recorded it! You can watch the playback here and learn all about authenticity and leadership from our great panelists! Thanks to Michelle, Heather, & Rita!
National Women's Small Business Month Panel 2025
A panel of women business owners who were asked questions where our topic centers on leadership styles, maintaining authenticity, and defining what success looks like for you, as a woman in business.
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October 16, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Did you miss out on the Women's panel? Don't worry. We recorded it! You can watch the playback here and learn all about authenticity and leadership from our great panelists! Thanks to Michelle, Heather, & Rita!
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October 15, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Every month we do this. Is this the month you come to brainstorm with folks about your business? buff.ly/TMWboya
Struggling with your brand voice? Read these tips from the US Chamber.
How to Create a Memorable Brand Voice
Follow these tips to create a brand voice that stands out and keeps customers coming back.
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October 1, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Struggling with your brand voice? Read these tips from the US Chamber.
Funding Opp! Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program. Year-long initiative designed to celebrate and empower small businesses that invigorate and serve their communities. $20K awarded.
Small Business Heroes | QuickBooks
Introducing the Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program—a year-long initiative designed to celebrate and empower small businesses that invigorate and serve their communities.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Funding Opp! Intuit QuickBooks and Mailchimp Small Business Hero Program. Year-long initiative designed to celebrate and empower small businesses that invigorate and serve their communities. $20K awarded.
Funding Opp! Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant. Grant funds will be awarded for project(s) that investigate and/or educate on the history of chocolate, uncover new chocolate innovation, development of cocoa science as well as highlight the chocolate making process.
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September 30, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Funding Opp! Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant. Grant funds will be awarded for project(s) that investigate and/or educate on the history of chocolate, uncover new chocolate innovation, development of cocoa science as well as highlight the chocolate making process.