June 17, 2019 – “We focus on developing the technical and business knowledge of the entrepreneurs who become members,” said Executive Director May Louise Helbig. “We get companies–and people–at all stages and in a variety of industries. Because of that, we want their experience to be uniquely beneficial for each … Read More
Understanding How Investors Make Money by ITEN EIR Jack Scatizzi
April 30, 2019 – In my meetings with ITEN entrepreneurs the most often asked question is how do I secure investments from professional investors—generally individual Angel Investors or Institutional Seed Funds. When I start asking additional questions, I realize that the entrepreneur’s knowledge of venture capital is limited to what … Read More
How a St. Louis Entrepreneur Network has Boosted Diversity in Local Startups.
April 18, 2019 – In this recently published article from the St. Louis Business Journal, Executive Director Mary Louise Helbig, discusses the increased diversity in the St. Louis startup ecosystem and how it’s been a focus in recent years. ITEN is seeing its efforts produce results! Our recently released 2018 … Read More
ITEN Releases 2018 Impact Report – Celebrating 10 Years of Tech Innovation!
April 17, 2018 – Since 2008 ITEN has had broad and meaningful impact as a catalyst for tech innovation in the STL region. We have supported over 900 tech startups through our FREE programs and services, including engaging 5 corporate innovation partners, and collaborating with over 80 ecosystem resource partners. … Read More
KMOX Radio Interview with ITEN’s Executive Director, Mary Louise Helbig
April 3, 2019 – In this KMOX Radio’s Nothing Impossible excerpt, is an interview given by reporter Michael Calhoun along with ED Venture Cafe Global, Travis Sheridan on April 1st. Mary Louise Helbig, Executive Director of ITEN, touches on a variety of hot topics on what’s happening around the St. … Read More
So You Want to Rent a Coworking Space? by David Strom (An ITEN Mentor)
December 5, 2018 – There are more than 20 different coworking places in the St. Louis metro area where I live. I have been to many of them, even though I have my own dedicated office. Why? Because I want to be a part of the startup community and that … Read More
How a SAFE Might Be Helpful to Startups in Raising Investment Capital
July 3, 2108 – With the ever changing landscape of raising investment capital today there are many different avenues an entrepreneur may take. One option a startup may want to consider is a SAFE. In practice a SAFE enables a startup company and an investor to accomplish the same general … Read More
THINKING DIFFERENTLY ABOUT SALES by Jason Ashton (An ITEN Mentor)
Struggling with sales? Join the club! I’ve tried to outline some common mistakes I’ve seen sales people, startups, and even large organizations struggle with over the years. I believe startups are in a unique position to figure this out early – hopefully you find some insight for your startup. Read … Read More