St Bernard Economic Development Foundation

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Address to send check: 100 Port Blvd, Ste 210, Chalmette, LA 70043

Startup St. Bernard, the Gulf South&rsquo;s largest &ldquo;Shark Tank&rdquo; style pitch competition, returns for its 11th year on Thursday, August 21, 2025. This high-energy event showcases local and regional entrepreneurs competing for one of the largest non-dilutive prize packages in the region, valued at up to $100,000 in cash and in-kind services.This year&rsquo;s three finalists are:<ul data-end="1115" data-start="596" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="958" data-start="764" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Limpiar &ndash; A freelance platform that connects clients with skilled cleaning service providers nationwide through a user-friendly app, creating jobs and promoting green cleaning practices.</li><li data-end="1115" data-start="959" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Salubata &ndash; A sustainable footwear brand producing modular shoes made from recycled plastic waste, blending style, comfort, and environmental impact.</li><li data-end="1115" data-start="959" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">The Levee Shack &ndash; A mobile, short-term fishing cabin rental that offers storm-resilient, flexible lodging for outdoor enthusiasts while boosting local tourism.</li></ul>All three finalists will receive at least $5,000 in cash, and the grand prize winner will also receive in-kind services such as legal, accounting, marketing, and public relations support. By sponsoring Startup St. Bernard, you are investing directly in the growth of innovative small businesses that will create jobs, attract new visitors, and strengthen the economic future of St. Bernard Parish. Your support helps us provide life-changing resources to entrepreneurs while showcasing the parish as a place where businesses can thrive. Join us at the Student Testing and Career Counseling Center at Nunez Community College in Chalmette, Louisiana, to connect with community leaders, gain brand visibility, and be part of a program that fuels local economic growth.

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for registering to attend Startup St. Bernard 2025 and supporting our mission to grow entrepreneurship in St. Bernard Parish. 🚀 If you would like to contribute further, consider becoming a volunteer at the event, sharing the competition with your network, or exploring sponsorship opportunities to help us offer one of the largest prize packages in the Gulf South. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Nunez Community College as we cheer on this year&rsquo;s finalists, The Levee Shack, Limpiar, and Salubata. St. Bernard Economic Development Foundationcontact@sbedf.org

Startup St. Bernard, the Gulf South’s largest “Shark Tank” style pitch competition, returns for its 11th year on Thursday, August 21, 2025. This high-energy event showcases local and regional entrepreneurs competing for one of the largest non-dilutive prize packages in the region, valued at up to $100,000 in cash and in-kind services.This year’s three finalists are:<ul><li>Limpiar – A freelance platform that connects clients with skilled cleaning service providers nationwide through a user-friendly app, creating jobs and promoting green cleaning practices.</li><li>Salubata – A sustainable footwear brand producing modular shoes made from recycled plastic waste, blending style, comfort, and environmental impact.</li><li>The Levee Shack – A mobile, short-term fishing cabin rental that offers storm-resilient, flexible lodging for outdoor enthusiasts while boosting local tourism.</li></ul>All three finalists will receive at least $5,000 in cash, and the grand prize winner will also receive in-kind services such as legal, accounting, marketing, and public relations support. By sponsoring Startup St. Bernard, you are investing directly in the growth of innovative small businesses that will create jobs, attract new visitors, and strengthen the economic future of St. Bernard Parish. Your support helps us provide life-changing resources to entrepreneurs while showcasing the parish as a place where businesses can thrive. Join us at the Student Testing and Career Counseling Center at Nunez Community College in Chalmette, Louisiana, to connect with community leaders, gain brand visibility, and be part of a program that fuels local economic growth.

St Bernard Economic Development Foundation

Startup St. Bernard 2025

3710 Paris Rd

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