Hi, I'm Elissa Boekesch, a proud Saint Louis native, entrepreneur, author, content creator, talent recruiter, and advocate for helping others find their voice and purpose. For over a decade, I've built communities both online and offline. As one of the original Top Badge live streamers on the MeetMe platform, I connected with people from around the world, creating a space where authenticity, support, and real conversations mattered. Through live streaming, I discovered my passion for mentoring others and helping creators grow their brands, audiences, and confidence. That passion led me to create OG Streams, a talent agency dedicated to coaching, recruiting, and developing live streamers and content creators. Over the years, I've helped countless individuals build successful online careers, increase their reach, and believe in themselves when nobody else would.

I am also the founder of STLBAR (Saint Louis Born And Raised), a lifestyle and apparel brand created to celebrate the city that shaped me. STLBAR is more than clothing. It's about hometown pride, resilience, and representing Saint Louis with style.

As an author, I've shared my personal experiences through books including Too Pretty to Beg, a powerful look at emotional neglect, self-worth, and finding the strength to choose yourself. My writing focuses on healing, growth, recovery, and helping others recognize their value.

Giving back has always been at the center of everything I do. Through my annual backpack campaign, Packed for Their Future, I work to provide school supplies and backpacks for children and families who may not have the resources to start the school year prepared. Every child deserves the chance to walk into school feeling confident and supported.

I am also passionate about suicide prevention, mental health awareness, addiction recovery, and creating safe spaces where people feel seen, heard, and understood. Throughout my career, I've used my platforms to support those facing difficult times, offer encouragement, and remind people they are never alone.

Above all, I am a mother, daughter, sister, friend, and believer in second chances. My journey has been filled with challenges, setbacks, victories, and lessons, but every chapter has strengthened my mission: to inspire others, create opportunities, build meaningful connections, and leave the world a little better than I found it.

From live streaming and talent management to writing books, building brands, and serving my community, my story is still being written, and the best chapters are yet to come.

Saint Louis Born & Raised. Built by resilience. Driven by purpose. ❤️ 314.