STL Startup Week

STL Startup Week (STLSW) is the region’s premier event series designed by and for the local entrepreneurship community.

2025 Registration is Now Open!

STL Startup Week 2025 returns November 10–14 in St. Louis, bringing together founders, small business owners, investors, and community leaders for a week of inspiration, connection, and celebration. With over 40 free sessions, panels, workshops, and networking events, you can design your own journey—whether you join us for one event or the entire week. Register today to save your spot and start building your own custom schedule!

Supporting STL founders and innovators

STL Startup Week (STLSW) is the region’s premier event series designed by and for the local entrepreneurial community. Each year, STLSW brings together thousands of founders, small business owners, investors, industry experts, and community leaders to spark new ideas (create), foster meaningful connections (connect), and promote shared learning (grow). The week-long programming features inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, dynamic panel discussions, pitch competitions, networking events, meetups, and more.

Customize your experience
Choose your own adventure by building your custom agenda from the week's events.
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Go behind the scenes
Startup Week is organized by a team of dedicated volunteers. Join us!
Explore opportunities
Build connections
Forge lasting connections with other entrepreneurs and change-makers.
Meet the team
Be inspired
No matter where you are in your journey, you'll get energized for what comes next.
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