Progress 64 West

Missouri voters will decide Amendment 5 on August 4 — but are we asking the right questions? Progress 64 West explores what happens if income tax revenue drops: how services would be funded, who decides the replacements, and what the long-term consequences could be. Read the full analysis and join the conversation: https://wix.to/TF34V3k

Amendment 5: The Conversation Missouri Isn't Having Missouri voters will decide the future of Amendment 5 on August 4, but the most important conversation may not be about eliminating the income tax. It may be about what comes next. If income tax revenues decline, how will Missouri replace them? Could services eventually be taxed? And who should deci...

Progress 64 West Presents -
INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT
& REGIONAL GROWTH

Han Ko
USAKO Group

Brad Dean
Explore St. Louis

📅 June 18, 2026
📍 OPO Startups | St. Charles

Global Partnerships. Local Impact.

Global investment. Destination development. Regional growth.

These are not separate conversations—they are interconnected drivers of a region's long-term competitiveness.

On June 18, Progress 64 West welcomes Han Ko, Founder and CEO of USAKO Group, and Brad Dean, President and CEO of Explore St. Louis, for a discussion focused on how international partnerships, business attraction, tourism, and destination development are shaping the future of the St. Louis region.

From the Gateway South Project and global investment opportunities to attracting visitors, conventions, talent, and new businesses, this conversation will explore how regions position themselves for sustained economic success.

At Progress 64 West, we believe regional prosperity depends on bringing together leaders from business, government, and the community to engage in thoughtful dialogue around the issues that matter most.

Join us as we examine how St. Louis can strengthen its position on both the national and global stage.


https://www.progress64west.org/so/0dPvGSXzO?languageTag=en

As we prepare to enjoy a long weekend with family and friends, Memorial Day serves as an important reminder that it is more than time away from work.

It is a day to remember and honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

As we enjoy the days ahead, may we take a moment to pause, reflect, and express gratitude for those who made that opportunity possible.

We remember. We honor. We are grateful.