Networking, Connections & Community: Thank You for Joining Us!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery for our recent networking meeting! From our enthusiastic summer interns to the dedicated leaders of St. Louis’s iconic attractions, your presence made the event truly special. It was a pleasure to connect, share laughs, and enjoy a round of Networking Bingo—who knew professional mingling could be so much fun? Cheers to the new relationships formed and the continued collaboration that makes our community thrive!

Celebrating Our Amazing Sponsors & Hosts

A big thank you to our incredible sponsors and meeting hosts—Madden Media, Global Leisure Management, and Anheuser-Busch Brewery! Your support made our gathering not only possible but truly memorable. Interested in keeping the conversation going or learning more about these fantastic partners?

• Madden Media – Tricia Wisbrock: twisbrock@maddenmedia.com
• Anheuser-Busch Brewery – Jerrica Leib: Jerrica.Leib@anheuser-busch.com
• Global Leisure Management – Mandy Sijbrandij: Msijbrandij@glmattractions.com

Feel free to reach out and continue building the connections that make our community stronger!

Save the Date: A Special Thursday Luncheon with Explore St. Louis President & CEO, Brad Dean!

PLEASE NOTE: Our September SLAA luncheon will be held Thursday, September 25 — that’s right, Thursday (not our usual Wednesday!). And trust us, you’ll want to clear your calendar: Brad Dean, the new President of Explore St. Louis, will be our featured speaker. This is Brad’s first official introduction to SLAA, and a fantastic opportunity to hear his vision for St. Louis tourism — and meet him in person!

📍 Location: TBD — because, let’s be honest, with so many incredible venues in the St. Louis area, we’re experiencing some serious decision paralysis. But don’t worry, we’ll announce the spot soon!

Bring a Friend, Grow the Fun: Invite Someone New to SLAA!

Got a coworker, colleague, or new-to-STL connection who’s never been to a St. Louis Attractions Association event? September’s luncheon is the perfect time to bring them along! With Explore St. Louis President Brad Dean sharing insight and vision for the future of tourism in our region, this event is a can't-miss introduction to the energy and community behind SLAA.

Whether they’re new to the city or just haven’t had the chance to attend yet, this luncheon offers a front-row seat to what makes SLAA great: networking with industry pros, insider updates, professional development opportunities, and a whole lot of fun. Let’s grow our community—one awesome guest at a time!

Mark Your Calendar for the 2025 Silent Auction on November 19th!

Help make this year's auction a success – donate an item!

The SLAA Silent Auction is one of the most popular events each year, thanks to the generosity of our members. Help us make this year better than ever by donating an item to the auction!

Would your company consider making a donation to support our efforts? Items as varied as gift certificates, complimentary passes or tickets, merchandise, gift baskets, private tours, services and more are sought to create exciting auction packages.

In addition to the Silent Auction, we’re also collecting unique and memorable items for our Experience Raffle. These could include behind-the-scenes tours, exclusive tastings, adventure outings, overnight getaways, or any one-of-a-kind experiences that money can't usually buy. Experiences are always a highlight and help draw strong interest and support!

A portion of the proceeds from the auction benefit the Carole Moody Scholarship Fund, which is awarded annually to a high school senior or undergraduate college student majoring in a field that contributes to the tourism/hospitality industry.

Support the Future of Our Industry - Donate to the Carole Moody Scholarship Fund

The Saint Louis Attractions Association has proudly awarded scholarships to deserving students pursuing careers in tourism and hospitality since 1991. Named in honor of founding member Carole Moody—whose nearly 30 years of dedication helped shape our industry—the Carole Moody Scholarship Fund continues her legacy by investing in the next generation of hospitality professionals. To date, more than 45 students have received over $41,000 in support through this meaningful program.

Would you consider making a donation to the scholarship fund? Your generosity helps us support passionate, talented students who may one day become leaders in our industry. Click here to make a donation.

Help us help a future member of our industry. Together, we can continue to make a difference.

We Value Your Input!

Please take a moment to complete our membership survey and share your thoughts on what you'd like to see for the 2025 season.

Not sure if your attraction renewed its SLAA membership?

Email SLAA@qabs.com to see if you are up to date.