Cortex Innovation Community

Cortex Innovation Community Cortex is a vibrant innovation space serving as an inclusive economic engine for St. Louis. Louis, BJC HealthCare, the University of Missouri – St.

Cortex creates equitable economic impacts by leveraging high-quality facilities, developing programs that build knowledge and networks, and convening strategic partnerships that attract and support emerging and established companies. Founded in 2002 through a collaboration of Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis University, and the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Cortex Innovation Commun

ity (CortexSTL.org) is an internationally recognized hub of innovation and entrepreneurship that is focused on accelerating inclusive economic growth in St.

September brings a fresh lineup of events and ways to plug into community at Cortex. 💡From Food Truck Tuesdays to meetup...
09/02/2026

September brings a fresh lineup of events and ways to plug into community at Cortex. 💡

From Food Truck Tuesdays to meetups, office hours, and other events exploring connected mobility, AI, entrepreneurship and intentional leadership -- there’s plenty happening across the District this month. Plus, networking and professional development opportunities make it easy to plug in, meet new people and keep growing.

Looking ahead to October, don't miss Fiesta @ Cortex as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉

📅 View the full events calendar here: http://www.cortexstl.org/events and follow along in Instagram Stories for weekly reminders.

09/01/2026

200+ people. Sunshine. Great music. Full plates. Empty food trucks. 🌮 ☀️

Lunch Party by Cortex was one for the books — and we’re grateful to everyone who braved the heat and the long lines to join us in the Commons!

Thanks to Seoul Taco for keeping the lunch crowd happy (until they sold out!), Vinyl Revolution for bringing the tunes and Patty's Cheesecakes for the sweet treats!

It was great to see so much community enjoying the District together.

And we're not slowing down: Coffee & Walk is back TOMORROW at the Commons, 8–9:30 am. Come grab a FREE Park Avenue Coffee and start your morning with us. ☕️

Consider this your reminder to step away from your desk tomorrow! 🌞🪩🤘🥤🕺🌮Lunch Party is happening at Cortex Commons, and ...
08/31/2026

Consider this your reminder to step away from your desk tomorrow! 🌞🪩🤘🥤🕺🌮

Lunch Party is happening at Cortex Commons, and there’s a lot waiting for you outside*: Seoul Taco, live music from Vinyl Revolution and dessert from Patty's Cheesecakes and slushies from PureChill.

Yes, it’ll be hot — but the Cortex team will have shade and bottled water available to help keep you cool!

Grab lunch. Dance a little. Get dessert or a slushy. Then head back to work feeling like you actually took a lunch break.

Tomorrow, 11am-1pm at Cortex Commons. Bring your team and come join us! 🪩

*Due to the local heat advisory, the Puppy Playdate has been postponed. We look forward to welcoming our furry friends to another in the near future!

We're officially ONE WEEK away from Lunch Party at Cortex! 🎉🌞🕺📢 Come celebrate the close of summer at Cortex Commons wit...
08/25/2026

We're officially ONE WEEK away from Lunch Party at Cortex! 🎉🌞🕺📢

Come celebrate the close of summer at Cortex Commons with:
🌮 Seoul Taco
🎶 Live music from Vinyl Revolution
🐾 Puppy Playdates presented by Animal Protective Association of Missouri (APA)

And JUST ADDED!
🍧 PureChill
🍰 Patty's Cheesecakes

Grab a colleague, round up some friends and come enjoy a midday break outside. There's food, music, puppies and plenty of summer left to enjoy.

Tuesday, Sept. 1 | 11AM–1PM
Cortex Commons | 4270 Duncan

Mark your calendar, invite a friend and come party with us!

Cortex is coming together to support our neighbors in Colombia. 🫶 Through August 28, CIC - Cambridge Innovation Center a...
08/19/2026

Cortex is coming together to support our neighbors in Colombia. 🫶

Through August 28, CIC - Cambridge Innovation Center and Cortex are partnering with STL Santos and Alianza Colombia STL to collect donations for Colombians impacted by the recent earthquake.

Want to help? Drop off needed items at a CIC St. Louis front desk at 4220 Duncan, 4240 Duncan or 20 S. Sarah. Swipe ➡️ for the full list of requested donations or make a monetary contribution here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLNDBD1PQZPQQ/checkout/E5WNQMFLHENQUUHGTSXUAGZN?src=qr

Together, we can lend a helping hand when it’s needed most. Thank you for your support.

Caring for a loved one can come with big questions—about mental health, planning, aging and what comes next.TOMORROW, jo...
08/18/2026

Caring for a loved one can come with big questions—about mental health, planning, aging and what comes next.

TOMORROW, join CIC - Cambridge Innovation Center and Cortex for our monthly Lunch & Learn, with August's topic, "Caring for Caregivers: Mental Health & Planning at Every Stage".

Hear practical guidance from mental health counselor Katrice Kendle and elder law attorney Nikki Mitchell, with resources and strategies to help caregivers navigate every stage with confidence.

RSVP now and join us for an informative lunch designed to support caregivers at every stage: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caring-for-caregivers-mental-health-planning-for-every-stage-tickets-1992431452108?aff=oddtdtcreator

☀️ One more Lunch Party? Absolutely.We’re sending summer off the same way we got it started -- with a lunchtime celebrat...
08/11/2026

☀️ One more Lunch Party? Absolutely.

We’re sending summer off the same way we got it started -- with a lunchtime celebration at Cortex Commons! Join us September 1 for food from Seoul Taco, live music from Vinyl Revolution and puppy playdates with Animal Protective Association of Missouri (APA). 🌮🎶🐶

📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Cortex Commons, 4270 Duncan

It’s good food, good music and very good reasons to get outside. Bring your work crew, Cortex will bring the party!

Start your workday with coffee, fresh air and good company! ☕☀️🚶 Have you thought about stopping by Cortex Coffee + Walk...
08/04/2026

Start your workday with coffee, fresh air and good company! ☕☀️🚶

Have you thought about stopping by Cortex Coffee + Walk but haven't made it yet? TOMORROW morning is the perfect time to give it a try.

Whether you've joined us before or have never attended, this is an easy, low-pressure way to connect with other professionals, enjoy the outdoors and start your morning on the right foot.

Here's what to expect:
- A FREE coffee, tea or favorite beverage from Park Avenue Coffee
- Casual networking with fellow innovators and neighbors
- An optional guided walk led by Living Well STL beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Invite a colleague, meet someone new or simply take a break for yourself. We hope to see you there!

August is packed with opportunities to learn, connect and grow at Cortex! 🌱 From Free Coffee & Morning Walk to events on...
08/03/2026

August is packed with opportunities to learn, connect and grow at Cortex! 🌱

From Free Coffee & Morning Walk to events on entrepreneurship, AI, funding and wellness, there's something for innovators, professionals and entrepreneurs all month long.

And mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 1: join us for another Lunch Party to wrap up the summer with live music, great food and more in Cortex Commons.

View the full August events calendar at http://www.cortexstl.org/events and we hope to see you around the District!

Ready to grow your business? Applications are now open for Cortex's Square One Bootcamp, a 10-week program for entrepren...
07/06/2026

Ready to grow your business?
Applications are now open for Cortex's Square One Bootcamp, a 10-week program for entrepreneurs who are ready to take the next step.

✔️ Expert mentorship
✔️ Hands-on business training
✔️ Industry-specific support
📆 September 14 – November 17, 2026

Space is limited by industry and applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Apply today: https://www.cortexstl.org/learn/entrepreneur-training/sq1-bootcamp

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