Washington University surgeon Dr. Matthew Mutch was named the Solon and Bettie Gershman Chair in Colon and Rectal Surgery at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. His research focuses on using molecular markers to predict outcomes in patients with colorectal cancers.
HighTower, a financial advisory firm, has named managing directors and partners Barbara Archer and Carol Rogers to lead its St. Louis office. They are the only two independent female wealth management professionals in Missouri to be listed among Barron’s 2016 Top Financial Advisors.
The St. Louis Symphony has announced several new appointments and promotions. They include Erik Finley (pictured), named vice president, artistic and operations; Adam Crane, promoted to senior vice president of external affairs and strategic initiatives; and Amy Drummond, promoted to vice president of philanthropy.
Former Panera Bread executive Mike Kupstas has made the leap to a different St. Louis-based restaurant chain. He’s been named chief executive officer at LION’S CHOICE. The 25 metro St. Louis locations serve up roast beef sandwiches, milkshakes and more. Kupstas’ early career featured corporate stints with Red Lobster and Long John Silver’s. Feeding people is a central theme of his volunteer efforts, too—he is board chair of Operation Food Search, a nonprofit that provides food bank services and nutrition education.
