Who We Are
We’re scientists. We’re founders. We’re investors. We’re farmers. We’re innovators. We’re problem solvers. We are STLMade.
39 North is a vibrant, diverse community working in proximity with one another, sharing ideas, networks, and cutting-edge equipment and facilities. Our district is anchored by Bayer Crop Science and the Danforth Plant Science Center, and within our facilities, including the Helix Center BioTech Incubator, the BRDG Park and EDGE@BRDG buildings, more than 35 growing agtech companies call 39 North home.
Our district isn’t just a collection of buildings, it’s also a hub to connect people with new ideas and with one another, fostering a community that not only supports, but also helps to create and accelerate innovation.

Meet the Team
Emily Lohse-Busch
Emily has built her career sustaining and scaling organizations that improve the human condition, and in recent years, her focus has been on leading organizations that help create a thriving economy and culture that benefits all St. Louisans. In her role as Executive Director at 39 North, Emily leads the organization’s efforts to make the St. Louis agtech ecosystem world-class, world-changing, and world-renowned.

Board of Directors

Mike DeCamp
CoverCress Inc.
Board Chair

Chris Danforth
Kennelwood Pet Resorts
Board Member

F. Nikki Davis
Climate LLC
Board Member

Geoffrey King
Greater St. Louis, Inc.
Board Member

Tim Nowak
World Trade Center St. Louis
Board Member

Karla Roeber
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Board Member

Brian Salmo
Hermann Companies
Board Member

Mark Perkins
City of Creve Coeur
Board Observer