11 early-stage companies from St. Louis to pitch at this year’s InvestMidwest – TechSTL App
2026-11-02 · 03:00:00
Spark
Eleven early-stage St. Louis companies take the floor to pitch during this free in-person session at Spark.
Check-In Process: When co-working at Spark, please check in with security at the first-floor front desk and let them know you are with TechSTL. Once upstairs, visit the Spark front desk to check in with a team member, who will verify your TechSTL membership. After check-in, members will have access to all of our shared spaces, including lounges, kitchens, desk areas, and phone booths. You’ll also be able to enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, coffee and tea, and our water stations. PARKING INFORMATION: Parking Areas: Please utilize the 3 lots or PWC parking garage on Ballpark Village property. Non-Game Days: Parking is free for up to 3 hours in our lots and parking garage. Full-day parking validation stickers are also available for $5 from a Spark team member at the front desk. Cardinals Home Game Days (especially day games): We recommend arriving at least 4 hours before game time to avoid presale restrictions at the parking gates. Please note that the free 3-hour parking is not available on these days. However, you may still purchase a full-day validation sticker for $5 from the front desk if you arrive before the price increase takes effect.
Founder brief
Who should attend
Pre-seed and seed founders seeking exposure across sectors will benefit from attending, especially those tracking regional presentation standards or preparing for future InvestMidwest showcases. TechSTL members utilizing the co-working facilities will also find the gathering directly relevant.
What happens
Presentations center around eleven selected regional startups delivering their pitches in a competitive format. Attendees arrive at Spark, complete building check-in on the first floor, and head upstairs to access the shared spaces and pitch area starting at 03:00.
Who's in the room
Founders from eleven local early-stage ventures gather alongside TechSTL members, Spark co-working participants, and community peers interested in the latest pre-seed and seed companies emerging from the St. Louis ecosystem.
How to prepare
Arrive early to clear security at the first-floor desk and verify your membership with the Spark team upstairs. Plan your transport around Ballpark Village parking guidelines, and bring concise introductory notes to network effectively with other founders before presentations begin.
At a glance
- Tickets
- Free
- Stage
- Pre seed, Seed
- Sectors
- Agnostic