Tech Mentoring
ADVANCING CAREERS + BUSINESSES
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Connecting STL Industry Experts with Rising Leaders
In the fast-paced world of digital transformation, tech accelerators, and online certifications, one intervention still outperforms them all: the honest, human mentoring relationship. TechSTL Bridge pairs 100 mentors with 100 mentees in each of our two tracks — Founder and Career — for six months of structured, one-on-one guidance built on trust, candor, and real accountability.
This isn’t a networking event or a resume workshop. It’s a relationship-first program designed to help founders build stronger businesses and rising professionals grow into their next chapter. Applications are open now for the Fall Cohort that starts on September 15th.
PARTICIPATE IN THE FALL 2026 COHORT (APPLY BY SEPT 1)
Recruiting 200 Mentors + 200 Mentees
Mentees - Founder Track
For entrepreneurs building and scaling a business. Matched with mentors experienced in business and entrepreneurship who’ve navigated the same climbs — fundraising, go-to-market, product-market fit, and the mindset shifts that come with each stage. TechSTL Bridge also works in tandem with AngelLAB, connecting founders to new funders.
(Founder Track facilitated by Paul Heirendt)
Mentees - Tech Career Track
For rising professionals growing their careers. Matched with mentors experienced in business and technology leadership who can help sharpen skills, expand networks, and navigate an evolving workplace. TechSTL Bridge supports career advancement. It is not a job placement program and does not address unemployment services.
(Career Track facilitated by Sheila Burkett)
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE 6-MONTH PROGRAM
Cohort starts September 15th
1x1 Mentorship
Six months of dedicated, structured mentoring built around your goals. Recommended matches, provided by TechSTL.
Monthly Mixers
Networking events with the full community of mentors and mentees across both tracks to encourage connections for all.
Private Workshops
Sessions on navigating today’s entrepreneurial landscape and the ever-changing workplace, presented by facilitators and top mentors.
Work with Top Regional Executives
Partnering with VP Community Impact Foundation, home of 1200+ St. Louis Business Leaders
WHAT GREAT MENTORING LOOKS LIKE
Built on Trust, Not Transactions
Clear expectations from day one
Every pairing sets goals, boundaries, and a communication rhythm together.
Consistent contact, Mentee-led agendas
Monthly touchpoints, at a minimum — the mentee drives the conversation.
A two-way Exchange
Mentors bring experience; mentees bring fresh perspective. Both sides walk away sharper.
Focus on mindset, not just tactics
The highest-value conversations go beyond strategy to the patterns underneath them.
TechSTL is proud to serve as the first Tech Council of Greater St. Louis
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© 2026 TechSTL
TechSTL is the regional tech council serving the 15-county St. Louis metro.
The Post Building: Â 1190 Cole Street, St. Louis, MO 63101
© 2026 TechSTL