Tools, research, and gatherings to help founders find capital and build connections.
These projects were pioneered by John Francis at Stout Street to help founders find capital, make informed decisions, and build connections.
Investor research
Research venture funds by stage, sector, and likely check size, with sources from SEC filings and firm websites.
Fund activity and check sizes are estimates. Confirm fit with the investor.
AI research & policy
Explore AI research, policy, and adoption, with source material on the workforce, enterprise use, and AI assurance.
Regional support
Find organizations, research labs, grants, and funding opportunities across the Mountain West’s deep tech community.
Startup news
Follow startup funding, company launches, and research across the Mountain West, with links to the original reporting.
More ways to meet founders and investors.
Informal coworking
Share a coworking day with startup founders and venture investors. VC Day offers a casual setting to meet people and exchange ideas without a pitch-event format.
Stout Street’s Cindy Ho, Clay Gordon, and John Francis are listed among VC Day’s hosts. Check the event calendar for current details.
