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SUMMARY:Founder Framework: Apply by Sept 8!
DESCRIPTION:Founder Framework | Fall 2026 Cohort — Program Overview for Applicants \n➡️ Apply now through Sept 8 (Please use laptop or computer to fill out this form) \nHeld in person at T-REX and led by Venture Capitalist Vikram Lakhwara\, this 11-week program is invaluable for early-stage founders. Alongside a cohort of peers\, founders will sharpen their thinking and strategy so they can take their start-up to the next level. \nThis course is FREE and is offered in the spring and fall. But please note – spots are limited and admission is competitive! Don’t miss your chance to join our Fall Cohort. \nEach week focuses on one foundational topic — from customer discovery and value proposition design to business models\, market sizing\, go-to-market strategy\, and financial storytelling. Founders leave every session with practical\, usable outputs they can apply immediately. The program also integrates investor-readiness throughout\, helping founders develop a clear and compelling narrative for grant opportunities\, pitch competitions\, and future fundraising. \nFF Cohort 1 | Spring 2026\nWho Should Apply? \n\nFirst-time builders seeking structure\nEarly-stage founders looking to validate their MVP\nEntrepreneurs preparing for future grant\, pitch\, or investment opportunities\nStart-ups looking for product-market fit and refining their go-to-market\n\nWhat You Will Gain: \n\nA clarified problem\, customer segment\, and value proposition\nCustomer insights from real conversations\nA product roadmap tied to milestones\nSimple and defendable TAM/SAM/SOM model\nWorking business model and early unit economics\nA polished\, investor-ready narrative and pitch outline\nPractical go-to-market plan and early experiments\nA straightforward financial story and model\n\n➡️ APPLY NOW \nDetails: \n\nFormat: In-person workshops at T-REX (911 Washington Ave)\nCost: Free\nDuration: 11 weeks\, starting mid-September\nApplication deadline: September 8\, 2026\n\nFF is led by Venture Capitalist Vikram Lakhwara\nAbout Vik \nVik brings nearly 20 years of experience as an investor\, advisor\, and venture ecosystem builder. Throughout his career\, Vik has backed early-stage founders – first as co-founder of Green Cow Venture Capital\, and before that as the first external hire at SK Telecom Ventures. He is now Founder and Managing Member of Stakehouse Fund\, which invests in breakout founders from Midwest universities \nA Silicon Valley native now fully planted in St. Louis\, he’s become a fixture in the Midwest startup ecosystem as an advisor\, investor-in-residence (at T-REX and Washington University’s Skandalaris Center)\, speaker\, judge\, and guest lecturer. Vik holds a BA in Economics from Vassar College. \n 
URL:https://downtowntrex.org/event/founder-framework-fall/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Founder Framework
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SUMMARY:Geosaurus Unleashed - Second Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Geosaurus Unleashed is back on Wed\, Sept 9! Hear Kyle Olson\, Lecturer at WashU’s Department of Anthropology\, present: “Story Maps: Spatial Narratives in Pedagogy\, Public Scholarship and Beyond.” \nIn this talk\, hear Kyle present the current aspects of his research\, publication\, and teaching practice as they relate to ESRI Story Maps. Increasingly ubiquitous across digital media platforms\, Story Maps are potentially powerful tools for communicating about a wide range of geographic and cultural phenomena; the challenge facing us in making best use of Story Maps is how to transcend the “illustrated essay” paradigm that has characterized much of their initial uptake and move toward a unique and effective form of spatial storytelling. \n\n\nGeosaurus Unleashed is every second Wednesday\, from 4 – 5:30pm CST! Enjoy an impactful presentation related to the geospatial field as well as free drinks\, and networking.
URL:https://downtowntrex.org/event/geosaurus-unleashed-second-wednesdays/
LOCATION:Geospatial Innovation Center @ T-REX (4th Floor)\, 911 Washington Ave\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Geosaurus Unleashed
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SUMMARY:Geospatial User Group - Third Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:On Wed\, Sept 16\, don’t miss GÜG (Geospatial Users Group)! Hear Walter Jenkins\, Founder of TransitChat\, discuss\, “What the DuckDB? Weird toy\, data warehouse workhorse\, or agent database?”  \nDuckDB is a weird thing to wrap your head around. Its’ a database\, but it’s really just reading text files. We are going to talk about why it’s important when you are on a budget and have a lot of data. How you can best set up your team for success. Even if they are an agent… \n\n\n\nGeospatial User Group (GÜG) is every third Wednesday\, from 3:30 – 5:30pm CST! Enjoy an impactful presentation as well as free drinks\, and networking. This collaborative meetup is for all geospatial users
URL:https://downtowntrex.org/event/geospatial-user-group-third-wednesdays/
LOCATION:Geospatial Innovation Center @ T-REX (4th Floor)\, 911 Washington Ave\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Geospatial User Group
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SUMMARY:3rd Thursday Open Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Third Thursday = Open Office Hours at T-REX! 👏 Get valuable\, FREE business advice and insights from three specialized experts on the first Thursday of every month\, 8:30 am-noon at T-REX. \nTake advantage of open office hours from seasoned professionals who want to help your business succeed. No sign-up needed — just show up for a free consultation from experts in finance\, sales/business development\, and marketing & digital strategy. Appointments are first come\, first serve\, and hours vary by consultant; See hours below: \nMatt Coble: 8:30-10 am \n\n25 years of experience in digital strategy\, marketing & emerging tech\nOffering insights on: Marketing\, Digital Product Strategy\, and more\n\n_____________________ \nTed Stann: 9-11 am \n\nManaging Partner\, Boardroom Bullpen. 25 years in financial leadership.\nOffering insights on: Bookkeeping\, Fundraising Strategy\, Forecasting\, Cap Table Management\, Financial Tech Stacks\, and more\n\n_____________________ \nDavid Austin: 9-11 am \n\n30 years of commercial\, sales & business development leadership\nOffering insights on: Sales/Sales Leadership\, Business Development\, Operations\, General Management\, Marketing
URL:https://downtowntrex.org/event/3rd-thursday-open-office-hours/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Open Office Hours
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SUMMARY:EVOLVE: An Evening at T-REX
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, Sept 17\, for EVOLVE\, T-REX’s inaugural fundraiser—a celebration of the bold ideas\, visionary founders\, and collaborative community driving innovation in St. Louis. \nOver the last 15 years\, T-REX has been the center of gravity for entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and collaboration in the St. Louis region. As a nonprofit\, our mission-focused efforts have led to the success of hundreds of startups\, creating over 6\,000 local jobs and an annual economic output of about $700M… but we did not accomplish this alone. Our success was forged through partnerships\, sponsorships\, and most importantly our community. We’re excited to invite you to an evening of celebrating the past\, present\, and future of T-REX\, as well as the community (YOU) who made it possible! \n\nBUY SINGLE TICKET ($500 each)\nBUY VIP SINGLE TICKET ($750 each)\n\n______ \nWANT TO BE AN EVOLVE SPONSOR? We have sponsor packages that are accessible for any size company/organization! If you’re interested in supporting the future of the St. Louis region\, FILL OUT THIS FORM and we’ll get back to you ASAP about sponsorship opportunities.
URL:https://downtowntrex.org/event/evolve-an-evening-at-t-rex/
LOCATION:T-REX 5th Floor\, 911 Washington Ave. Suite 500\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63101\, United States
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