Chris Slyman Named to St. Louis Small Business Monthly’s “100 St. Louisans You Should Know to Succeed in Business” for 2026

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Chris Slyman Named to St. Louis Small Business Monthly’s “100 People to Know in Business” for 2026

St. Louis (April 8, 2026) – Chris Slyman, President of Slyman Bros Appliances, has been named one of the "100 People to Know in Business" for 2026 by St. Louis Small Business Monthly. This prestigious recognition highlights Slyman’s leadership during a period of historic growth and modernization for the 61-year-old family-owned institution.

A Milestone Era of Growth (2024-2026)

The honor comes as Slyman Bros Appliances—a third-generation family business—continues a rapid trajectory of expansion and retail innovation:

• Regional Expansion: In late 2025, the company opened its first location outside the St. Louis metro area in Columbia, MO, serving the Mid-Missouri region.
• Showroom Modernization: The company recently completed a $100,000 renovation of its flagship South City location and a comprehensive remodel of its West County showroom, featuring immersive displays for luxury brands like Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove.
• 60th Anniversary: 2025 marked the company’s Diamond Jubilee, celebrating six decades since brothers Bob and Harry Slyman founded the business in 1965.

Leadership and Legacy

"Being recognized by Small Business Monthly is a testament to our entire team’s dedication to the 'Slyman Guarantee' that my grandfather started sixty years ago," said Chris Slyman. 

In addition to this latest honor, Chris Slyman was recently named to the NKBA Thirty Under 30 Class of 2026 and the St. Louis Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2025, solidifying his reputation as a driving force in the region's economy.

About Slyman Bros Appliances

Founded in 1965 by Bob and Harry Slyman, Slyman Bros. Appliances is a third-generation, family-owned retailer based in Missouri. With six locations—comprised of five showrooms and one warehouse with discounted products—the company is known for its “best price” guarantee, next-day delivery, and a level of customer service that only a family business can provide. Recently named a 2025 Headliners Award recipient by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Slyman Bros. continues to lead the region in major home appliance sales and service. To learn more, please visit https://SlymanBros.com.