AB Mauri North America, a leader in yeast and bakery ingredient products and solutions, was awarded an Arcus Award by the St. Louis Regional Chamber. The award was presented Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, in front of 850 executives, entrepreneurs and civic leaders from across the St. Louis area.

“To be selected among such a deserving field of impressive nominees is humbling,” said Mark Prendergast, president, AB Mauri North America. “The award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our St. Louis-based employees and all of our co-workers across North America who play a vital role supporting the baking industry.”

The fourth annual Arcus Awards honored the achievements of companies, organizations and institutions that demonstrate exceptional commitment to leading the St. Louis region’s authentic economic strengths and championing a better tomorrow for our region. These awards recognize companies and organizations that make the St. Louis region the best place to live, work and invest. Arcus is the Latin word for “arch” and symbolizes the Gateway Arch, the unifying symbol of the St. Louis, bi-state region.