STL Emerging 20

The 2027 STL Emerging 20 Program is now open for applications! We are seeking rising young professionals in the M&A community for the program, running January–May 2027. The cost of the program is $1295 and includes one year of membership to ACG St. Louis (a $695 value). A tentative schedule can be found here:

2027 STL Emerging 20 Program Schedule

The application system will be open from October 1, 2026 through November 6, 2026 and the class will be announced mid November.

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This leadership development program is geared towards rising young professionals in the M&A community.  The three-part program will offer participants educational sessions, networking opportunities and a personally assigned alumni advisors.  The STL Emerging 20 class represents the next generation of dealmakers supporting corporate growth including private equity investors, investment bankers, corporate development professionals, lenders, and M&A service partners . 

"The STL Emerging 20 program has been a valuable experience for our firm. We’ve had four professionals complete the program, and each has come away with stronger leadership skills, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections across both the St. Louis business community and the broader ACG network. The thoughtfully designed curriculum ensures participants gain practical tools they can immediately apply in their careers." - Rose Thompson, Chief Operating Officer, ButcherJoseph

"We believe the STL Emerging 20 program is a great professional development tool and have seen the participants in the program not only grow their intellect, but their networks too. Definitely an opportunity you wouldn't want to miss." - John Huhn, Managing Partner, Compass Group Equity Partners

Interested in learning more? Contact Emerging Leaders Chair, Ryan Meesey, at Ryan.Meesey@RubinBrown.com or ACG St. Louis , Executive Director, Tracy Montgomery, at tmontgomery@acg.org.

STL Emerging 20 Committee