Our Board and Staff
It is the mission of the Saint Louis Chess Club, an educational organization, to maintain a formal program of instruction to teach the game of chess and to promote and support its educational program through community outreach and local and national partnerships to increase the awareness of the educational value of chess.

our board of directors
The Board of the Saint Louis Chess Club brings together an exceptional group of leaders with diverse expertise in finance, education, business, and competitive chess. Together, they provide strategic guidance and unwavering support to ensure the Club continues to foster excellence in chess education and competition.

Rex Sinquefield

Mike Lueken

Ed Baur

Doug Eckert

Mike Podgursky

Jean Hoffman
Our Staff
The staff of the Saint Louis Chess Club is a dedicated team of experts who bring a wealth of experience in chess, event organization, and community engagement to support the Club’s mission of promoting and advancing the game. Together, the staff works tirelessly to maintain St Louis as a premier destination for chess players of all levels.
