Missouri Technology Corporation

The deadline for the next IDEA Fund application is just around the corner—only 4 weeks left! Start your application NOW to develop a strong submission that highlights a compelling investment opportunity and your potential economic development impact in Missouri. https://lnkd.in/gBe43mr2

🌟MTC Portfolio Company in the News!🌟 Healium's innovative VR technology is proving effective in reducing pre-surgery anxiety for older patients, as highlighted by a recent Mayo Clinic study. https://lnkd.in/gtDUfA9r

🌟 Join us at MTC Grants Day on April 30 in Columbia, MO! 🌟 This one-day workshop is tailor-made for: 🎯 Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) 🎯 Higher education institutions 🎯 Nonprofits fostering innovation and growth 🎟️ Register now to join this interactive workshop: https://lnkd.in/g3CPixMi

From pre-seed to Series A, the IDEA Fund has state-sponsored venture capital programs to fuel your journey of innovation and growth💡   💸Apply by May 6, 2025 and receive an investment decision by the end of July! For more information: https://lnkd.in/gGRQ2wBE

📢 Announcing MTC Grants Day Join us for a one-day, comprehensive workshop tailored to Missouri’s ESOs, nonprofits, and higher education institutions that aims to empower attendees with the tools and strategies needed to help secure competitive grant funding. 🗓️ Date: April 30, 2025 🕘 Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM 📍 Location: Columbia, MO ⏳ Registration ends April 23 Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/g3CPixMi

🎉 MTC is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our portfolio! 🌟 Over the last quarter, MTC welcomed BIOIO to our portfolio. After a rigorous application, review, and due diligence process, this company has successfully secured funding through MTC’s IDEA Fund. 🌟 BIOIO is a biotechnology company leveraging omics technologies to identify novel drug mechanism of actions, with a focus on metabolic diseases and longevity. https://www.bioio.tech/ We are thrilled to have this innovative, technology-based startup in the MTC portfolio. Congratulations to BIOIO on this exciting achievement! 🎊

Join MTC at #STLTechWeek! 📅On Tuesday, Julia Campbell will judge the Geospatial Semi-finals at Startup World Cup (2-3 PM, The Post) 📅On Wednesday, Melissa Grizzle will judge the Ag & Food Tech panel (10-11 AM, T-REX). 📅Plus, visit our MTC table at FWD/STL Tech Expo on Friday, 12-4 PM, and see Julia present at 2:30 PM! Don't miss all the exciting events showcasing innovation and leadership in Missouri’s tech ecosystem this week. https://lnkd.in/e2sgtSvd

🚀 Exciting news for Missouri-based technology companies! Since 2023, MTC has awarded over $22M in investment allocations to over 76 Missouri-based high-growth potential startups through the IDEA Fund. MTC makes direct co-investments to the most promising Missouri-based companies looking to grow with venture capital.  https://lnkd.in/gcBxAGfv

Through the  Proof of Concept program, MTC makes equity investments into pre-seed stage companies  developing innovative science or technology, with the potential for high growth. MTC seeks to participate in rounds less than $400k with $25,000 - $50,000 investments to further develop the product, validate the concept, develop or launch an MVP. https://lnkd.in/gghrg8a7

🌟MTC Grantee in the News!🌟 The 811 Retail Incubator (The Porter House KC) is a great example of how MTC's Physical Infrastructure Grant helps entrepreneurs access the resources and infrastructure they need to succeed. This program supports innovation and growth across the state, fueling opportunities for communities to thrive. https://lnkd.in/g_4yi-RC