St. Louis area sees 39 fast-growing companies on Inc. 5000 list for 2025

The St. Louis Business Journal covers the 39 St. Louis-area companies that were recognized on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, including 1905 New Media at No. 2,001. 1905 New Media is also included in the St. Louis Business Journal’s “Fast 50,” its 2025 List of St. Louis’ fastest-growing private companies, ranked by revenue growth from … Read more

Leading a 120-Year Media Legacy w/John Meilink of 1905 New Media

1905 New Media President John Meilink appears as a guest on The Money Shop Podcast, hosted by Bobby Hoyt. They discuss navigating acquisitions, what it’s like to run a fourth-generation family business, AI’s evolution in marketing and more. Listen to the full episode here.

The Role of Logos and Style Sheets in Brand Building

A brand’s visual identity is more than just an aesthetic choice. It’s the foundation upon which its presence in the world is built. From the first impression a logo makes to the consistency of its applications across various platforms, strong visual branding plays a critical role in defining a company’s identity and ensuring it’s memorable.  … Read more

Brand Evolution Takes Center Stage at Marketing Disrupted

Why are so many companies rethinking their brand today? Because staying relevant in a fast-moving market takes more than just a logo refresh. It requires intentional strategy, an understanding of your audience and the courage to evolve. That’s exactly what we covered at our latest Marketing Disrupted event, Brand Evolution: Staying Relevant in a Changing … Read more

AI Crashed Our Event (And We’re So Glad It Did)

We recently gathered some of our brightest marketing experts to dive into “Data in the Age of AI” for our Marketing Disrupted event. Attendees feasted on appetizers while soaking up insights from 1905 New Media’s industry pros. The main event? Understanding how artificial intelligence is shaking up the digital landscape.  What’s Marketing Disrupted? Marketing Disrupted … Read more

The Business of Family Business: 3/15/25

1905 New Media President John Meilink chats with Debbie Monterrey and Kevin Short of KMOX’s Business of Family Business about all things 1905 New Media. Listen to the full episode here.

St. Louis Business 500: Q&A with John Meilink, 1905 New Media

1905 New Media President John Meilink is recognized in the St. Louis Business 500, a new list by St. Louis Magazine which recognizes the most impactful leaders across the St. Louis region. In this exclusive profile, John shares his insights on the St. Louis business community, and his achievements and aspirations. Read his full profile … Read more