Revitalizing Downtown with Greater St. Louis Inc’s Kurt Weigle | Episode 2

Insight City Podcast

Join John Berglund on Insight City as he sits down with Kurt Weigle, the Senior Vice President and Chief Downtown Officer at Greater St. Louis, Inc. Kurt has spent his career transforming downtown districts in Detroit, New Orleans, and now St. Louis. With a background in urban planning and development, Kurt has led the revitalization of downtown areas, attracting development, improving livability, and promoting industries and amenities to draw residents, workers, and visitors. In this episode, Kurt shares his vision for the future of Downtown St. Louis, discussing key initiatives and projects that will drive economic growth and development in the area. He also reflects on his experience as President and CEO of the Downtown Development District in New Orleans, highlighting lessons learned and how they inform his approach in St. Louis. Kurt also addresses the recent WSJ article on Downtown St. Louis and the challenges of improving walkability, safety, and the perception of crime, as well as the strategies being explored to address vacant office buildings and ensure inclusive growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of downtown development and the role it plays in the vitality of a city.

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