August 19, 2024

Venture Boldly: Why Sponsoring STL Startup Week 2024 is Your Gateway to Innovation

Embrace the Spirit of Bold Entrepreneurship with STL Startup Week 2024

Are you ready to venture boldly into the heart of St. Louis's thriving innovation ecosystem? STL Startup Week 2024 is your opportunity to do just that! As we prepare for our most dynamic event yet, we're calling on visionary companies to join us in celebrating and fostering the entrepreneurial spirit that defines our city.

Why Venture Boldly as a Sponsor?

  1. Connect with Bold Thinkers: STL Startup Week attracts thousands of founders, innovators, and professionals who are daring to dream big. Your message will reach a highly-engaged audience across dozens of events, including talks, panels, workshops, and networking sessions.
  2. Boldly Support Local Innovation: Your contribution goes beyond promotion. 10% of all sponsorship dollars raised go directly to our Community Fund, powering grassroots initiatives in the Greater St. Louis entrepreneurial ecosystem.
  3. Choose Your Bold Path: Whether you're a small local business or a large corporation, we have sponsorship tiers to fit your ambitions. From our “Supporter“ tier at $1,000 to our “Presenting Sponsor“ level at $25,000, there's an opportunity for everyone to make a bold impact.
  4. Stand Out Boldly: Showcase your brand through various channels throughout the week. From speaking slots to expo booths, we offer multiple touchpoints to connect with the innovation community and demonstrate your commitment to bold ideas.

Spotlight on Our Bold 2024 Sponsors

We're thrilled to highlight some of our amazing sponsors who are already venturing boldly with STL Startup Week 2024:

  • BioSTL: Boldly advancing innovation in bioscience and healthcare
  • CIC: Providing world-class spaces for bold thinkers
  • CDW: Offering cutting-edge technology solutions for bold ventures
  • EO St. Louis: Empowering entrepreneurs to take bold steps
  • Faro: Leading boldly in 3D measurement and imaging technology
  • Heydays: Crafting bold brand experiences that resonate
  • Husch Blackwell: Delivering innovative legal solutions for bold businesses
  • Nestle Purina: Innovating boldly in pet care and nutrition
  • Occhio search and recruitment: Connecting bold talent with opportunity
  • SCORE St. Louis bi-state region: Mentoring small businesses to bold success
  • STL.org & STLMade: Promoting St. Louis as a hub for bold innovation
  • Starkloff Disability Institute: Championing bold inclusion in the workplace
  • Technology Partners: Providing bold IT solutions and staffing services

These forward-thinking organizations understand the value of supporting local entrepreneurship and positioning themselves as leaders in bold innovation.

Join Us in Shaping a Bold Future for St. Louis

STL Startup Week is more than an event; it's a movement. By becoming a sponsor, you're not just supporting a week-long celebration – you're investing in the bold future of St. Louis's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Ready to Venture Boldly with us? Check out our sponsorship opportunities and contact Matt Menietti ( matt@techartistafoundation.org ) to discuss how we can tailor a sponsorship package to meet your bold goals.

Let's make STL Startup Week 2024 the boldest one yet – together!