by Emily Hechler ST. LOUIS (April 24, 2025) – Tracy Verner, Community Development Manager at Alltru Credit Union, was named a “Top 100 St. Louisan to Know to Succeed in Business” by St. Louis Small Business Monthly. Verner was recognized for her contribution to developing innovative banking initiatives and community partnerships.
“I’m extremely honored to receive this recognition by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly,” said Tracy Verner, Community Development Manager at Alltru Credit Union. “I’m grateful to be recognized for doing the work that I love, in the city I love, surrounded by the best team I could ever ask for. As a St. Louis native who still loves living in this great community, there’s no place I’d rather be known.”
Verner was recently honored at the Top 100 St. Louisans To Know Award Luncheon and was featured in the April 2025 issue of the St. Louis Small Business Monthly. Selected through community nominations, recipients were recognized for their significant impact on businesses in the St. Louis region. The honorees include influential community leaders, executives, financiers, and other distinguished professionals who are shaping the area’s business landscape.
The St. Louis Small Business Monthly (SBM) is a trade magazine serving small- and mid-sized firms in the St. Louis region. The monthly publication is read by more than 50,000 entrepreneurs and small-business owners each month. Informative “how to” articles in every issue help educate business owners, regardless of size, industry or length of time in business.
Verner has been a key advocate for financial empowerment in the St. Louis region, playing a pivotal role in initiatives including the St. Louis Office of Financial Empowerment’s College Kids program and STL Youth Jobs. Through these collaborations, she has significantly expanded access to financial education and savings opportunities for young people, fostering lasting, positive change in the lives of St. Louis youth.
In addition to her work with youth programs, Verner is a strong advocate for financial wellness across the Greater St. Louis community. She leads her team in partnering with employers to offer free financial tools and resources to their employees. As a proud St. Louis native, Verner understands that empowering individuals with financial knowledge and tools contributes to the overall strength and betterment of the community.
“We are extremely proud of Tracy for receiving this honor by St. Louis Small Business Monthly,” said Laura Woods, Vice President of Brand and Product Strategy at Alltru Credit Union. “Tracy’s leadership and dedication to serving our community are evident in her work. She wants everyone to have a chance to succeed financially and knows that Alltru can help them make this a reality. It’s no surprise that others recognize her passion for empowering underserved individuals in our community.”
To learn more about Alltru’s impact in the community, visit https://alltrucu.org/alltru-you/community/.
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About Alltru Credit Union
Alltru Federal Credit Union was chartered in 1968 as District 837 Credit Union by the International Association of Machinist Union members employed by McDonnell Douglas. Alltru is full-service Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) whose mission is to improve the financial well-being of its members. With over 40,000 members and $360 million in assets, Alltru has provided members with a full line of dependable financial products and services for 57 years. For more information about Alltru Credit Union, visit https://alltrucu.org/.
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Media Contact:
Laura Woods – Vice President of Brand and Product Strategy (636) 916-8303; lwoods@alltrucu.org