Howard Hayes has officially joined the St. Louis Workforce Development Board, stepping into a major role on the Finance Committee. Appointed by Mayor Cara Spencer, Hayes brings over 25 years of extensive economic development and local leadership experience to the board, positioning him to directly shape the city’s future job strategies and resource allocation.

ST. LOUIS, MO — The St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Howard Hayes to the St. Louis Workforce Development Board (SLWDB).

Appointed by Mayor Cara Spencer on March 30, 2026, Hayes was officially introduced to the Board during its April meeting. He has since stepped into a key role on the Board’s Finance Committee, where he will help guide SLATE’s fiscal strategies and resource allocation.

A Legacy of Leadership in St. Louis Development

Hayes brings more than 25 years of executive leadership spanning workforce development, economic growth, government operations, and nonprofit management. He currently serves as a Business Development Specialist with the St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC).

His deep familiarity with regional economic ecosystems stems from a distinguished career holding major leadership positions across the region, including:

  • Executive Director of SLATE
  • Director of the St. Louis County Department of Human Services

“I am truly humbled by this appointment to the St. Louis Workforce Development Board and consider it an amazing opportunity to serve our city,” Hayes said. “Employment is vital to moving our city and its neighborhoods forward, and I am committed to supporting this critical work with great enthusiasm.”

SLATE eagerly welcomes Hayes’ return to a leadership capacity within the organization’s broader network. His unique perspective and deep operational expertise will be vital assets as the Board continues to advance equitable economic and career opportunities for residents and employers throughout the City of St. Louis.

About the SLATE Missouri Job Center

SLATE is the City of St. Louis government agency providing comprehensive, no-cost services to both job seekers and local businesses. Since 1975, SLATE has been dedicated to cultivating a resilient, inclusive workforce that drives regional economic growth through employment assistance, certified job training, and career advancement programs.

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