Meet our Emcee for Catalyst by Beemok: Sarah Castle We’re thrilled to welcome Sarah Castle to the Catalyst stage on November 8 as the emcee of our Live Pitch Competition. A former Amazon executive turned coach, consultant and entrepreneurship instructor, Sarah brings nearly two decades of leadership experience and a passion for helping others grow. From boardrooms to classrooms, Sarah leads with energy, empathy and impact and we can't wait for her to guide us through a day of bold ideas and big opportunities. 🎟️ Join us at Union Pier → https://lnkd.in/eApaUv7j #CatalystByBeemok #CharlestonStartups #Leadership #PitchToWin #LowcountryInnovation
Catalyst by Beemok
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Charleston, South Carolina 544 followers
Beemok is investing up to $1,000,000 in Charleston area startups.
About us
Catalyst by Beemok is more than a pitch competition – It’s a live demo event where selected finalists tell their story and show what they’ve built.
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https://catalystbybeemok.com/
External link for Catalyst by Beemok
- Industry
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
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- Charleston, South Carolina
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- Privately Held
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Charleston, South Carolina, US
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256 applicants. One big stage. And just weeks until we see who’s selected to pitch live at Catalyst by Beemok. On November 8, join us at Union Pier for a high-energy day of bold ideas, inspiring founders and up to $1 million in early-stage funding. 🎤 Fireside chat with top leaders 🚀 Live pitch competition 🍽️ Lunch + networking 🎟️ All ticket proceeds support Meeting Street Schools Don’t miss Charleston’s biggest startup event of the year. 👉 Get your ticket today https://lnkd.in/eNCDpgzM #CatalystByBeemok #256andCounting #LowcountryInnovation #LivePitchEvent #MeetingStreetSchools #CharlestonStartups #PitchToWin
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🚨 1 day left. Catalyst by Beemok closes applications tomorrow and we’re already at 161 applicants from across the Tri-county region. Founders from every industry and background have stepped forward with bold ideas. If you’ve been thinking about applying, now’s the moment. 🗓️ Deadline: September 30 at Midnight 🎯 Up to $1M in funding 🌐 Apply now → catalystbybeemok.com #CatalystByBeemok #CharlestonEntrepreneurs #LowcountryInnovation #PitchToWin #SCStartups #Founders
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🚨 5 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! 🚨 We’re opening the door for more student entrepreneurs to join Catalyst by Beemok — Charleston’s $1M startup pitch competition. 🎓 Student applications are now FREE! To receive your student code, just email info@catalystbybeemok.com with a photo of your student ID. Catalyst is about fueling the next generation of founders right here in the Lowcountry. Don’t miss your chance to pitch, network, and potentially secure funding. ⏰ Deadline: September 30 👉 Apply now: catalystbybeemok.com #CatalystByBeemok #CharlestonStartups #PitchCompetition
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Tickets are now available for the Catalyst by Beemok Live Pitch Competition, happening November 8 at Union Pier! This full-day event will feature a fireside chat with Ben Navarro, Tim Spence, Bud Watts and Austin McCombs, a high-energy pitch competition, and up to $1 million in investment awarded live. We’ve already received 128 applications — come see what Charleston’s next generation of founders is building. 📖 Read more: Startups Take the Stage – Catalyst Tickets Now Live 🎟️ Reserve your seat: https://lnkd.in/eApaUv7j #CharlestonStartups #LivePitchEvent #LowcountryInnovation #EntrepreneurshipSC
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Catalyst by Beemok is proving that innovation in the Lowcountry isn’t one-size-fits-all. With less than a month to go until the September 30 deadline, we’ve seen an incredible range of ideas from founders across the Tri-county — and they’re breaking the mold. From scalable software to medtech, hospitality services, consumer goods, and creative ventures, these applications reflect just how vibrant, versatile, and visionary our region’s entrepreneurs truly are. 🗓 Deadline to apply: Sept. 30 👉 Read more about what makes this applicant pool so exciting: Startups Reimagined: Catalyst Applicants Break the Mold 🌐 Apply now at catalystbybeemok.com #CatalystByBeemok #LowcountryInnovation #CharlestonStartups
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78 applications and counting — with 27 days to go! Catalyst by Beemok is already seeing strong momentum from founders across the Tri-county. We've received submissions from startups in tech, food & beverage, retail, arts, healthcare and more. 📍 Charleston County is leading the pack and we’re putting out a friendly challenge to Berkeley and Dorchester to step up and join the competition. Up to $1 million in early-stage funding is on the line. Finalists will pitch live on November 8, and applications close September 30. 💡 Could your idea be next? 👉 Read the full update: https://lnkd.in/e5rzCuFD #CharlestonEntrepreneurs #StartupsSC #TriCountyInnovation #PitchToWin
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Catalyst by Beemok is calling on students and recent grads with the creativity and drive to build something new, right here in Charleston’s Tri-county area. Our student award category is designed just for you: early-stage entrepreneurs balancing bold ideas with busy schedules. If you’ve got a vision and want to take it further, now’s the time to apply. 🧠 Innovation. 💡 Creativity. 🎤 A shot to pitch for real funding. 📅 Applications due Sept. 30 🌐 catalystbybeemok.com #CatalystByBeemok #StudentStartups #CharlestonEntrepreneurs #PitchToWin #SCInnovation #NextGenFounders
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Catalyst by Beemok has officially hit 52 applicants! And our first round of callbacks starts next week. The energy, ideas and ambition coming out of Charleston’s Tri-county founders is inspiring — and we know there’s more out there. If you're building something bold in Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County, this is your chance to gain visibility, connect with investors, and compete for a share of $1 million in early-stage funding. 📅 Deadline to apply: September 30 🎤 Pitch Event: November 8 🌐 catalystbybeemok.com We’re backing startups where they begin — right here in South Carolina. #CatalystByBeemok #StartupCharleston #PitchCompetition #SCInnovation #EarlyStageFunding
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Charleston County Economic Development — thanks for helping spread the word! 🚀 Catalyst by Beemok is here to fuel the next wave of innovation in the Lowcountry. If you’re an early-stage founder in Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County, now is your chance to pitch for a share of up to $1M in funding and the exposure your big idea deserves. 📅 Applications are open now — don’t wait! Apply here: https://bit.ly/4mHvBEe #CatalystByBeemok #CharlestonStartups #EconomicDevelopment #LowcountryBusiness
Charleston County startups, are you ready to take your business to the next level? Catalyst by Beemok is fueling the future of business in the Charleston area with the launch of Catalyst, an initiative designed for early-stage companies ready to make their mark. Founders in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties could earn a share of up to $1 million in funding and get the exposure every big idea needs. Apply here: https://bit.ly/4mHvBEe #cced #economicdevelopment