Startup St. Bernard 2026

💡 Join us for the 12th Annual Startup St. Bernard Pitch Competition!
Startup St. Bernard returns on Thursday, September 17, 2026, bringing together some of the region’s most promising entrepreneurs for a high-energy, “Shark Tank”-style pitch competition you can experience LIVE.
🎤 Watch as standout founders take the stage to pitch their ideas for a chance to win the grand prize package valued at $100,000 in cash and in-kind services.
💡 What’s at stake?
All three finalists will receive at least $5,000 in cash
One standout startup will win the Grand Prize valued at over $100,000, including services like accounting, marketing, and public relations support
👀 Want to be on stage? Submit your business plan at www.startupstbernard.com by July 24th!
Startup St. Bernard is open to businesses that:
• Will operate in St. Bernard Parish for at least 2 years
• Have under $1,000,000 in annual revenue
• Have 5 employees or less
• Have been in business less than 5 years
⚡ Why you don’t want to miss it:
Feel the energy of live pitches and big moments
Discover fresh ideas and breakthrough businesses
Connect with local leaders, innovators, and changemakers
Celebrate the bright future of entrepreneurship in St. Bernard Parish
📍 Location:
Student Testing and Career Counseling Center Nunez Community College
3700 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA, 70043
💡 Who will light up the stage?
Finalists will be announced on Friday, August 21, 2026. Check back to see who will be pitching LIVE!