In the past few decades, St. Charles County, Missouri has been recognized as a leader in metro St. Louis and the Midwest for housing starts, job creation, transportation improvements, expanding community amenities as well as business and population growth.
Since its inception in 1990, the Economic Development Center (EDC) of St. Charles County has been bringing people together to foster balanced growth and an ever increasing quality of place in this award-winning community. As a result, St. Charles County has become known as “a great place to grow your business and your life.”™
Whether considering a business investment, looking for a new home, or planning to visit this award-winning community in metro St. Louis, come experience some of the best of what the American Heartland has to offer!
"For over 75 years we have found St Charles County a special place to grow our Family Business and raise our family. The support businesses receive to meet their growth needs is the best in the St Louis region. From our elected officials to our Economic development organizations, St Charles County truly supports business growth and prosperity!"
Lisa Baue
President & CEO, Baue Funeral Homes
"Citi relocated its mortgage headquarters to O'Fallon, Missouri nearly seven years ago. It was a business decision that turned out to be a very smart one based on convenience for our employees, the availability of a talented pool of workers and the opportunity for growth. Today, a large percentage of our employees live in St. Charles County. We couldn't be more pleased with our decision. We are not surprised by the continued growth of the Progress Point Office Park and the O'Fallon community - it's a great place to be."
Catherine French
Senior Vice President, Citi
"As President of Ungerboeck Software International, I am proud that our family-owned business headquartered in Dardenne Prairie has prospered to 1,000% growth over the past 15 years. Ungerboeck is the worldwide market leader in end-to-end event management software; we are the fastest growing global software company in St. Louis."
Krister Ungerboeck
President, Ungerboeck Software International (USI)
"The business importance and continuing growth potential of the St. Charles County market is unmistakable. That's why Cassidy Turley Commercial Real Estate Services has been proud to have an active, full-service regional office located in this part of metro St. Louis for nearly a decade."
Keith Schneider
Senior Vice President & Principal, Cassidy Turley Commercial Real Estate Services
"St. Charles County offers employers a talented pool of Information Technology professionals, along with a wonderful blend of historical and contemporary culture. The availability of excellent schools for both children and adults makes lifelong learning in St. Charles County a reality. All year long, residents can enjoy an abundance of community events, restaurants and entertainment, making this a wonderful place to live."
Bill Tingle
Vice President IT, Enterprise Holdings, Inc
"St. Charles Community College enhances the economic vitality of our region, keeping a quality higher education accessible for residents. The college also plays an important role in attracting new businesses to the area and in maintaining a strong and capable workforce now and into the future. It's a privilege to be a part of St. Charles County, where community partnerships support economic development, workforce training and educational opportunities."
Dr. Ron Chesbrough
President, St. Charles Community College
"In 1992, I started my first IT business in historic downtown St. Charles. Its entrepreneurial spirit, unique architecture, riverfront views, Katy Trail, and many nearby housing options provided an ideal environment to attract and retain a world-class workforce and grow my business. With the local emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education, and large IT presence in the community, St. Charles County is well positioned to compete in the global technology market. It also makes St. Charles County a great place to start my next IT venture."
Randy Schilling
President & CEO, BoardPaq
