STRICTLY BUSINESS

by julia m. johnson

Mercy has a new chief clinical officer and senior vice president of clinical services, cardiologist Dr. John Mohart. He has been with the health system since 2012 and has held leadership roles in cardiovascular services. Mohart received his medical training at the University of MissouriColumbia and is board certified in internal medicine/cardiovascular disease, nuclear cardiology and echocardiography.

Katherine Park has been named interim director of health services for the Parkway School District. She has been with the district for 17 years and was honored with the 2020 Missouri School Nurse of the Year from the Missouri Association of School Nurses. She holds a master’s degree in nursing, public and school health from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Ruth Lee recently was named chief executive officer of Connections to Success, a nonprofit that helps people living in poverty gain economic independence. She has more than 25 years of experience working for Missouri nonprofits in development, marketing communications, human resources and corporate partnership roles. The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra has appointed Stephanie Childress to the role of assistant conductor. A violinist, she started her own ensemble, Orchestra Rheia, in 2019. Childress has been making 2020/2021 season debuts conducting the London Symphony Orchestra, BBC Philharmonic and Orchestre de Paris, among others.

T. J. Redmond has joined commercial real estate firm Balke Brown Transwestern as director of capital markets. He recently served as senior vice president for CBRE, specializing in office investment sales. Redmond was named one of the St. Louis Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 honorees in 2020.

Saint Louis University has named Sarah Cunningham vice president for student development. She comes to the post from Johns Hopkins University, where she served as assistant vice provost for student life strategy and policy. She also has worked for the University of Chicago, University of Florida and George Mason University.

Renee Brummell Franklin has been promoted to chief diversity officer at the Saint Louis Art Museum. She will work with all departments to implement initiatives, including a report on diversity, equity, access and inclusion. Franklin has worked for the museum since 1998 and served most recently as director of audience development. She holds master’s degrees in education and business administration from Webster University. WE’RE HOMEGROWN, a completely independent st. louis publication

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In Honor of JAMES L. MANION “Jimmie” 1929-2021

A life well-lived, James L. Manion was a man with a wide smile, jovial laugh, and welcoming hand. He attended St. Louis University High School and graduated from Washington University in 1952. He then joined the United States Air Force and served as a Fighter Pilot from 1952-1956. In 1957 he joined the family business, Gladys Manion Real Estate, where he led until his retirement in 2002. Jimmie was a pioneer, astute businessman, and community leader during those years. He was Head of the committee to develop & build Racquet Club Ladue, Co-Founder of Boone Valley Golf Club, Founding Director for Bank of Ladue, Director of Landmark Bank, President of both Racquet Club St. Louis and Racquet Club Ladue, President of the Clayton Club and Director of the St. Louis Realtors Board. Jimmie was a long time member of Bellerive Country Club and loved playing golf, gin, squash, fly fishing, horseback riding, duck hunting at Windfall Farm, and spending weekends at his home overlooking Boone Valley. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Hager Manion, and sisters Muffie & Jeannie. He is survived by his three children Lang (Maryann) Manion, Peggy (Jim) Slaughter, and Stafford (Cathy) Manion, and grandchildren, Katen, Anne, Jack, and Ford.

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Around Town 1. Hindman

Trusted for more than 30 years, we offer appraisal and auction services for fine jewelry, fine art, furniture and decorative art property. We also provide local clients with seasoned expertise in the global art market.

32 N. BRENTWOOD BLVD. | 314.833.0833 HINDMANAUCTIONS.COM

2. Coma Coffee Roasters

We serve speciality coffee, breakfast, lunch and house-made pastries. Try us for dine-in or curbside service.

1034 S. BRENTWOOD BLVD. | 314.250.1042 COMACOFFEE.COM

3. Academy of St. Louis

Join our virtual open house at acadstl.org Feb. 10. We are the only Catholic special education school serving K-12 students with learning differences.

1633 KEHRS MILL ROAD, BUILDING B | 636.534.5099 ACADSTL.ORG

4. UCP Heartland

Our mission is to provide children and adults living with differing abilities the extraordinary care and support they need to thrive in school, at home, at work and in the community. Join our virtual fundraiser, Heartland Strong Gala, Feb. 27. Pre-show is at 5:30 p.m., event at 6 p.m.

4645 LAGUARDIA DRIVE | 314.994.1600 UCPHEARTLAND.ORG 14

5. Craft Alliance

We are now presenting Every Thing and More in the Staenberg Gallery, a solo exhibition by ceramic artist Pattie Chalmers. Open through March 20.

5080 DELMAR BLVD. | 314.725.1177 | CRAFTALLIANCE.ORG

6. Vue 17

An impressive event space, Vue 17 is the ideal choice for broadcasting corporate meetings, launching a new product, hosting a debate or filming a TV show that requires an audience.

1034 S. BRENTWOOD BLVD., STE. 1700 | 314.399.8327 VUE17.COM

7. Immerse

Influenced by the connection of art and industry, the Henry pulldown kitchen faucet by Waterworks is transitional enough for any space. Available in multiple finishes, only at Immerse.

836 HANLEY INDUSTRIAL COURT | 314.375.1500 IMMERSESTL.COM

Seniors 8. AccuCare Home Health Care of St. Louis

Jacque Phillips R.N., BSN, cared for both her mom and dad on hospice at home where they peacefully passed. In 1994, she founded AccuCare Home Health Care because she wanted to provide other families the same attention her parents received ... in their home. Our heart, your home. 15 16

9. Anthology Senior Living

Your safety is our priority at Anthology Senior Living. Continue your life story with joy and connection at our communities in Clayton View, Town and Country, and Wildwood.

ANTHOLOGYSENIORLIVING.COM

13. Family Partners Home

To continue our mission of serving individuals with memory impairment, we are opening a second 12-bed house in Manchester in early April!

12882 MANCHESTER ROAD, STE. 201 | 314.686.4468 FAMILYPARTNERSHOME.COM

10. Cedarhurst Senior Living

Our safe, secure, senior living communities are here for you with a money-back, satisfaction guarantee by the Cedarhurst Promise. Call us today to schedule a virtual tour.

DES PERES: 12826 DAYLIGHT CIRCLE ST. CHARLES: 1800 1ST. CAPITOL DRIVE TESSON HEIGHTS: 12335 W. BEND DRIVE 314.666.8480 | CEDARHURSTLIVING.COM

11. Creek Valley Retirement Community

At Creek Valley, we offer more than just a community; we offer worry-free, independent retirement living. Designed exclusively for adults 55 and older, we take care of everything with one monthly charge and no buy-in fee, so you can enjoy the good things in life!

15950 MANCHESTER ROAD | 636.552.4673 RLCOMMUNITIES.COM

12. Clarendale Clayton

Clarendale Clayton, offering upscale residences, signature programming, exceptional amenities and abundant hospitality to seniors, is currently under construction at the corner of Clayton and Hanley roads and is expected to open this summer.

14. Bethesda Orchard

Safe, secure, clean, affordable, friendly—that’s how our 150-plus residents describe Bethesda Orchard! The acclaimed Webster Groves retirement community focuses on keeping residents safe so they can create the life they love.

21 N. OLD ORCHARD AVE. | 314.963.2296 BETHESDAHEALTH.ORG

15. Friendship Village Chesterfield

With brand-new independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all available on campus, Friendship Village provides a full spectrum of senior living services at a predictable cost for life.

15201 OLIVE BLVD. | 636.224.4020 FRIENDSHIPVILLAGESTL.COM

16. The Sheridans

With innovative programs, fine dining and contemporary decor, The Sheridans provide ideal settings for assisted living and memory care programs. Safe, secure and among friends, each resident will feel right at home.

CHESTERFIELD: 16300 JUSTUS POST ROAD 636.443.6130 CREVE COEUR: 450 N. LINDBERGH BLVD. | 314.877.8165 LAUMEIER PARK: 12470 ROTT ROAD | 314.462.0222 WEARETHESHERIDANS.COM