Startup competitions have become a vital component of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, providing nascent businesses with essential funding, mentorship, and visibility. One standout organization in Saint Louis is Arch Grants, which conducts a startup competition where winners receive non-equity grants. As an inaugural judge for Arch Grants, I have seen firsthand the impact of this approach.Continue reading “The Pitfalls of Startup Competitions: Grants vs. Equity”
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Entrepreneurship in My Hometown: Saint Louis’s Spirit of Independence and Neighborly Help
Nestled along the Mississippi’s graceful arcs lies Saint Louis, Missouri. A city I almost left, yet a city that tethered my heartstrings with invisible threads. My wife’s love of the city and the idea of raising a family (near our families) were driving factors in staying. Yet, the very duality I witnessed here – ofContinue reading “Entrepreneurship in My Hometown: Saint Louis’s Spirit of Independence and Neighborly Help”