Local Leader Helps St. Charles Businesses Thrive

ST. CHARLES, IL — Without community leaders, St. Charles wouldn’t hum along nearly as smoothly as it does. We’d miss their contributions in big and small ways.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

This submission comes from Katie Bartindale, a St. Charles reader who nominated Laura Purdy.

How do you know the community leader?

She works for the STC Alliance, a non profit group that helps drive economic growth to make St. Charles a destination where people, businesses and tourism thrive

Why do you believe the community leader should be recognized or honored?

This is more than a job for Laura. She works her magic and connects people to help the businesses of St. Charles thrive, but also to bring neighbors, businesses and community groups together. Her love for St. Charles is unparalleled and her giving nature helps make her a leader among leaders in the community

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the community hero?

Laura has a generous heart. Whether it is her time, treasure or talent, Laura shares herself for the good of the community and the world at large.

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