Transform your week into a launchpad for success! St. Louis entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and marketers have access to game-changing events and resources during November 17-23, 2025. Our Founder, Erik Lutenegger, has rounded up the opportunities that will propel your ventures forward.
ESO, Accelerator, and Funding Opportunities
Due November 19 // TechStars Accelerator
This global network of three-month accelerator programs supports early-stage startups with seed capital, world-class mentorship, curated workshops, and access to a vast investor and alumni ecosystem. Founders receive strategic resources, Demo Day exposure, and lifetime access to Techstars’ network. Applications are now open for: Northwestern Medicine & Techstars Healthcare, AI Health Baltimore, Anywhere, London, and New York City. (Accelerator).
Startup, Tech, and Marketing Events
November 17
November 17-21 // Supercomputing 25
Share in the excitement as thousands of professionals from science, engineering, and technology gather to present research, explore new HPC developments, and collaborate on future advancements. (In-Person | America’s Center)
7 Key Questions CSOs Must Answer to Build a High-Performing Sales Force | Gartner
Gain a fresh perspective on sales force optimization as critical talent assumptions are challenged and new strategies revealed. Explore actionable guidance tailored to help CSOs redefine what talent they need and how to attract and sustain it effectively. (Virtual)
Vibe Coding 101 | General Assembly
Celebrate the future of coding by learning about AI-powered vibe coding techniques. This beginner-friendly session offers insight into LLMs, APIs, and web technologies, complete with a guided walkthrough of a tool to help you start experimenting confidently. (Virtual)
ChatGPT for Government 102 | OpenAI Academy
Engage with advanced ChatGPT features tailored for government workflows, including Deep Research, Projects, and Data Analysis. This session guides teams on automating and structuring work securely while enhancing collaboration and decision-making across departments. (Virtual)
How to Be Human on Social Media | NY Public Library, Thomas Yoseloff Business Center
Marvel at the practical strategies shared by a seasoned social media expert focused on human connection. Discover how to navigate digital spaces with intentionality, balancing creativity and consistency while cultivating genuine relationships through authentic content. (Virtual)
NVIDIA SC25 Fireside Chat
Embrace an engaging discussion led by NVIDIA’s VP of Hyperscale Computing exploring how AI, quantum computing, and next-gen infrastructure are revolutionizing scientific workflows. Connect with leaders shaping tomorrow’s supercomputing-driven advancements during this in-person fireside chat. (In-Person | Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch)
November 18
From Vision to Action: Building a smart strategy in the age of AI | Digital Boost
Savor a unique opportunity to learn about creating smart business strategies with an emphasis on AI integration. Hosted by Digital Boost, this free session supports small businesses and charities seeking clear action plans within the age of artificial intelligence. (Virtual)
Tech & AI LIVE New York 2025 | Technology Magazine
Uncover a high-level exchange of ideas where AI innovation meets strategic execution. With C-level speakers and hundreds of networking opportunities, this virtual gathering focuses on real-world applications shaping the future of business and technology. (Virtual)
Microsoft Ignite 2025 | Microsoft
Network with technology enthusiasts and experts at this dynamic gathering showcasing the latest advancements in AI. Engage in insightful sessions, cultivate valuable relationships, and discover tools that can reshape your approach to business challenges. (Virtual)
The Complete ABX Journey: From Target to Buying Committee Orchestration and Beyond | HubSpot
Embark on a journey through modern revenue strategies where teams leverage ABX to maintain account intelligence post-sale. This event highlights mastering multi-stakeholder engagement and eliminating handoff chaos among marketing, sales, and success functions for continual growth. (Virtual)
Strategy Lab November 2025: Holiday Video Planning & Promotion | Connect Video
Explore a dynamic strategy session to develop customized holiday video concepts and promotional plans. Perfect for entrepreneurs aiming to boost visibility and engagement through professional-looking video content during the busy holiday period. (In-Person | Laquinta Inn, Maryland Heights)
Leading Across Generations With Courage and Clarity | Enterprise University
Elevate your leadership toolkit through emotionally intelligent practices that bridge generational gaps. Learn to set boundaries, engage in courageous dialogue, and lead with authenticity to inspire mutual respect and more substantial team alignment. (Virtual)
Data Center Bytes: Navigating the Capacity Race | Morgan Lewis
Witness an engaging event filled with insightful discussions and expert perspectives, designed to inspire and connect attendees through valuable knowledge sharing and dynamic experiences. (Virtual)
Techstars Founder Spotlight Sessions – Energy & Sustainability | Techstars
Immerse yourself in a conversation with Techstars alumni, revealing how strategic perseverance led to impressive funding rounds and early customer acquisition, providing valuable learnings for entrepreneurs focused on energy innovation. (Virtual)
The Money Talk | Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Delight in an engaging financial town hall experience where students openly discuss money management, share insights, and address personal finance challenges. Hosted by the CIE Thrivent Ambassadors with Thrivent Financial, this session empowers attendees with practical tools for financial confidence. (In-Person | Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship)
Cultivating a CEO/Business Owner Mindset | Freelancers Union
Discover essential strategies and mindset shifts to transition from freelancer to CEO, empowering you to lead your business with confidence, clarity, and resilience in today’s challenging economy. Learn how to turn uncertainty into an opportunity to build long-term success. (Virtual)
AI Agent from Prototype to Production | ODSC
Enjoy this workshop, where you’ll learn to build secure multi-cloud processing servers, deploy AI agents, and apply advanced authentication, along with tips for leveraging GPU acceleration for enhanced performance in production environments. (Virtual)
Activating Your B2B Strategy with LinkedIn | Start Small Think Big
Engage with an insightful session led by Certified Career Management Coach Madelyn Mackie, where you’ll learn to optimize your LinkedIn profile, build a vibrant professional network, and leverage social media to attract clients and unlock new business opportunities effectively. (Virtual)
AI-Inspired Marketing IN ACTION with Constant Contact | Cape Fear Community College Small Business Center
Take in an interactive walkthrough where AI and digital strategy converge. Discover how small businesses can elevate their marketing game through real-time demonstrations of campaign-building, audience segmentation, and content generation, all within one intuitive platform. (Virtual)
Podcast & YouTube Creators: Podcast Anywhere! A Live Demo of Mobile Setups | Gearhart Law
Explore mobile podcasting with hands-on demonstrations from experienced creators showcasing lightweight, travel-ready setups designed for capturing high-quality audio and video anywhere. Learn real-world tips and gear tricks to elevate your podcast or YouTube content beyond the studio environment. (Virtual)
Introverted Women Entrepreneurs & Professionals Connecting | Building Her Dream
Uncover an uplifting online gathering where introverted women connect comfortably, share fresh ideas, and receive encouragement from a community that understands their unique networking needs and professional dreams. (Virtual)
November 19
PitchSTL | Presenters: MomMoment & A Scent from Heaven LLC
Revel in weekly gatherings designed to propel startups forward through focused pitch presentations and collaborative discussions. Presenters benefit from structured feedback while the audience gains exposure to new business ideas and industry insights. (In-Person | Cortex @ 20 S. Sarah)
GSE Digital Startup Summit | Global Startup Ecosystem
Participate in a comprehensive online event where you can join founder-centric workshops, access exclusive resource toolkits, and engage with a global community of investors and mentors. (Virtual)
Survive the AI Hype and Take Control of Your PPC Campaigns | Digital Marketing Institute
Kick off your journey to smarter PPC advertising by understanding how platform interfaces manipulate spend. Discover how to audit your ad platforms for automation traps and adopt strategic frameworks that align with your business objectives effectively. (Virtual)
The Pitch Pit: Global Edition – Founder Pitch Practice | Startup Grind
Thrive in a high-energy virtual arena tailored for business builders ready to sharpen their pitches ahead of investor meetings or accelerator applications, supported by leadership from experienced founders dedicated to lifelong learning. (Virtual)
November BOSS Bia Brew & Biz Tour
Bask in the vibrant environment of a women’s business networking tour that champions community over rivalry. Attendees will sip their choice of beverage and exchange ideas, fostering confident connections that encourage personal and professional empowerment through supportive partnerships. (In-Person | Cafe Fleur De Lis)
AI & Automation Virtual Career and Grad Summit | CareerEco
Revel in a unique virtual environment tailored for AI, machine learning, and data science pursuits. Engage with recruiters through interactive rooms, export resumes easily, and save costs on travel while joining from anywhere worldwide. (Virtual)
Collaborate Effectively Across Cultures | Talaera
Take part in an interactive webinar designed for professionals working across borders. Gain insights into direct versus indirect communication, power distance, and small talk nuances while practicing useful phrases to improve workplace relationships globally. (Virtual)
AI Exchange Series: AI Adoption in Manufacturing | Confluence Tech Hub
Join industry professionals at a dynamic event focused on AI adoption in manufacturing. Experience rich discussions, moderated panels, and networking opportunities designed to deepen your understanding of how artificial intelligence is reshaping production processes today. (In-Person | SCC’s Regional Workforce Innovation Center)
GRIT November Panel Luncheon | Jennifer Bardot, G.R.I.T Founder
Understand the power of grit through meaningful dialogue as expert panelists share their journeys of resilience and leadership. This event promises enriching discussions, valuable insights, and a chance to build professional connections over lunch. (In-Person | Lodge Fitness Center)
The Secrets of VC & Angel Investing | Founder Institute
Unveil the secrets of startup investing during a comprehensive online event where you’ll learn key investment frameworks, strategic deal structuring, and access to exclusive opportunities shared by a leading venture capital expert from Loyal VC. (Virtual)
Introduction to Lean Startup | Business & IP Centre Liverpool City Region
Attend this 30-minute webinar to explore how Lean Start-Up principles can reduce wasted time and money by avoiding unwanted features and improving success chances without relying heavily on outside funding. (Virtual)
The New Dynamics of Venture, Private Equity, and Credit: Five Trends Shaping the Private Market | Carta
Learn from expert-led discussions and hands-on workshops that foster skill development and knowledge exchange. This event offers a chance to connect with like-minded individuals in an inviting setting. (Virtual)
CIC Lunch and Learn-Clear Priorities in 60 Minutes | Cortex
Take part in an engaging session where nonprofit and creative leaders learn a streamlined process to clarify priorities quickly. Led by a seasoned strategist, this event helps attendees cut through time drains and gain actionable insights in just 60 minutes, with lunch provided. (In-Person | Cortex @ 20 S. Sarah)
Building Product Culture Focused on the User with Dow Jones Head of Product | Product School
Join this exclusive session to explore how a strong product culture prioritizes user needs, guided by Dow Jones’ Head of Product, Lisa Kamm, who brings deep expertise from top tech companies like Google and the New York Times. (Virtual)
How To Get 5-10 New High Paying Clients In 90 Days Using AI | Network After Work
Enhance your business approach with insider knowledge on leveraging AI for client acquisition. This presentation covers effective remote selling strategies, breakthrough AI tools, and streamlined processes to close deals faster and scale your enterprise efficiently. (Virtual)
Professional Development: IP 101 | 39 North AgTech Innovation District
Ignite your understanding of intellectual property basics at a dedicated one-hour event that highlights critical topics such as patents, trade secrets, and best practices for protecting your innovations effectively. (In-Person | 39 North)
Fall 2025 WashU Innovation & Entrepreneurship Awards | Skandalaris Center
Marvel at forward-thinking ventures from Washington University’s Skandalaris Center as finalists pitch their pioneering ideas, sharing insights ahead of the award announcements marking excellence in innovation. (In-Person | Crowder Courtyard)
Happy New YOU Vision Board Social | Powered by SheCan x ConnectHER
Celebrate an empowering evening designed for women leaders to refine their focus and reinvent their next chapter, featuring networking, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a vision board experience. Gain mindset insights from championship coach Nicholas R. Powell to elevate your personal and professional goals. (In-Person | St. Louis Club)
How to Ace Your Application | LaunchCode
Transform your application approach by joining this webinar that guides you through every step of LaunchCode’s process, including essays, evaluations, and interviews. Discover key criteria that will help make your submission stand out for Spring 2026 enrollment. (Virtual)
Women In Business Meet Up | A Creative Balance
Explore a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where women in business gather monthly at Intertwine Wine Bar to network, share insights, and build meaningful connections. This casual meet-up encourages collaboration and empowerment among entrepreneurs and allies alike. (In-Person | Intertwine Wine Bar)
November 20
Keeping your head above water when business is tough | Enterprise Nation
Network with fellow entrepreneurs in this online event focused on maintaining balance during tough business times. Explore how unnoticed mental strain impacts leadership and receive tools to move from firefighting to focused action. (Virtual)
MAC Business Development Group Meeting
Transform your approach to success at this interactive workshop highlighting the Three Keys to Mastering Your Results. Led by author and coach Cherie Postill, attendees will learn practical frameworks to align goals with their highest purpose and accelerate achievements. (In-Person | Missouri Athletic Club)
Advance STL: Inside Mayor Spencer’s first year so far | St. Louis Business Journal
Engage with the momentum driving St. Louis forward as Mayor Spencer shares updates on her administration’s agenda, recovery initiatives, and future direction. This live session offers a rare look at municipal leadership in action during a pivotal first year. (In-Person | Saint Louis Zoo)
Make AI Work More Than 5% of the Time | DataCamp
Discover why the vast majority of generative AI initiatives fall short—and what successful projects do differently. This expert panel breaks down risk assessment, ROI measurement, and key strategies for turning experimental models into production-ready, value-generating solutions. (Virtual)
Are You Ready for Multimodal AI? | NetCom Learning
Join this informative webinar to discover how multimodal AI can drive smarter automation and personalized experiences within enterprises. Learn from recent case studies, understand integration complexities, and receive tools to evaluate your company’s preparedness for AI adoption. (Virtual)
AI security: Build and protect | Google Cloud
Unveil expert approaches for building strong defenses in AI-driven environments, emphasizing risk management and innovative protection techniques offered through Google Cloud solutions. (Virtual)
From Fed to Founder: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Leap | Howard County Economic Development Authority
Cherish this workshop, aimed at helping you reframe your professional value and transition smoothly from federal service to business ownership. Gain access to tools for assessing strengths, mentorship opportunities, and practical advice on launching with confidence. (Virtual)
The AI Advantage: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Sales Playbook | Tech Sales & Partnerships Community
Celebrate the fusion of AI with tech sales at this engaging event, where key speakers share actionable insights on emerging trends and technologies. Gain a clearer understanding of what every modern seller must know to excel. (Virtual)
Plan. Position. Prosper. Build Your 2026 Marketing Plan | AMA Saint Louis
Join industry experts as they unpack the essentials of effective annual marketing planning, focusing on aligning campaigns with business goals and mastering brand positioning through practical advice over a three-course meal in a distinctive brewery setting. (In-Person | Urban Chestnut Brewing Company)
Finding the Funnel in the LLM Era: Rebuilding Customer Journey Paths in AI Search | Search Engine Land
Revel in this exploration of AI search dynamics featuring Myriam Jessier’s expertise. Discover how integrating prompt tracking with persona insights and clickstream analytics can redefine customer engagement paths through large language model technologies. (Virtual)
Top 5 AI Trends Transforming Holiday Shopping | American Marketing Association
Attend a comprehensive session exploring how AI integrations and Adobe Analytics projections help retailers deliver personalized customer journeys and drive product discovery during the festive season. (Virtual)
The Current and Future State of AI in Accessibility | Accessible Web
Delight in a short free webinar exploring how AI is reshaping accessibility, featuring discussions on emerging tools, technology biases, and future trends that could impact digital inclusivity and innovation. (Virtual)
5 Productivity Hacks for the AI-Overwhelmed | CreativeMornings
Discover practical AI productivity hacks designed to help you navigate the flood of new tools without feeling overwhelmed. This hands-on virtual workshop offers live demos, exercises, and group reflection to reset your workflows and boost efficiency immediately. (Virtual)
The Wedge + SIUE Presents: Financial Planning Basics and Investment Types
Embrace the opportunity to enhance your business acumen with key insights into financial basics and investment types in a hands-on session designed to help small business owners develop effective strategies for long-term financial health. (In-Person | The Wedge)
Innovators Hour with Geneoscopy | BioGenerator
Marvel at this unique gathering where innovators and entrepreneurs delve into the development of groundbreaking technologies in human health and agriculture. Networking opportunities enrich each month’s featured discussion. (In-Person | BioSTL)
Founders Lounge Global | Powered by Metis Analytics
Revel in engaging discussions and meetups that bring together diverse individuals focused on entrepreneurship, collaboration, and advancing business ideas within a supportive platform environment. (In-Person | Spark Coworking St. Louis)
PySTL | Application Performance Monitoring with OpenTelemetry
Partake in an engaging meetup focused on leveraging OpenTelemetry for enhanced application observability, learning from experts about integrating vendor-neutral tools effectively. (In-Person | Techartista CWE)
2025 Business After Hours – St. Louis CITY Soccer Club (Holiday Marketplace) | Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan St. Louis
Be part of an exciting monthly gathering that offers opportunities to network with the Hispanic Latino business community. November’s event highlights include a special holiday market with local artisans, all hosted at City Point’s SoMa House office space. (In-Person | Energizer Park)
Social Thursdays | KRe8 Spaces
Thrive midweek by joining Social Club Thursdays, a lively event designed for fun, relaxation, and meaningful social connections at The KRe8 Place. Enjoy an inviting atmosphere that lifts spirits and brings people together in Saint Louis. (In-Person | The KRe8 Place)
Bright & Early: Jonathan Hanahan | STL.org
Gain insights into the cutting-edge Master of Design program tackling extreme weather impacts through technology and design, as Jonathan Hanahan shares compelling student projects aimed at building adaptable, thriving communities. (In-Person | STL.org)
November 21
Wavelength: The Space Between | Filament
Take in an immersive experience exploring the unseen connections and spaces between elements, encouraging reflection on relationships and distances that define our interactions. (In-Person)
“Show Me the Funding!™” Workshop by Chris Mather | Leveragent
Learn what it takes to secure startup or growth capital as Chris Mather outlines essential funding pathways for entrepreneurs. This interactive session explores funding readiness, available options, and practical strategies for attracting the right financial backing. (Virtual)
Bourbon Friday // Networking & Bourbon Tasting
Take part in Bourbon Friday’s weekly gathering designed for those passionate about startups and bourbon alike. From 4 to 7 pm, attendees enjoy network-building opportunities alongside curated bourbon tastings in St. Louis’ vibrant Central West End venue. (In-Person | Techartista CWE)
November 23
Code and Coffee St. Louis
Discover a relaxed co-working session tailored for tech enthusiasts of all skill levels, offering a supportive environment to code, collaborate, and connect over specialty coffee in the heart of St. Louis. (In-Person | Techartista UCity)
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