ST. LOUIS – Arch Grants has awarded 9Line Software and 21 other startups with $1,875,000 in nondilutive grants to its 2023 Cohort. Each year, Arch Grants welcomes innovative, scalable, and job creating startups from around the world to participate in the nonprofit's annual Startup Competition for a chance to be awarded up to $100,000 in non-dilutive grants.
On Thursday, November 9, Arch Grants hosted its neXus Gala to welcome their 2023 Cohort, celebrate the economic impact that the organization has catalyzed in St. Louis since 2012, and honor Jim Kavanaugh, CEO and Co-Founder of World Wide Technology, with the 2023 Entrepreneur Award.
9Line Software adds precise, detailed location information to every 911 call, ensuring the rapid response and safety of our users. The service is recognized as the enterprise-ready, affordable, and easy-to-implement solution for full compliance with both Kari's Law and Ray Baum's Act.
Founders: Mark Turpin, Co-Founder & CEO and Colin O'Brien, Co-Founder & CTO – Origin: St. Louis, MO – Geospatial Funding Initiative
9Line was among 22 startups selected for the 2023 cohort, joining companies across industries including digital health, quantum computing, consumer products, and more. The cohort represents Arch Grants' continued commitment to building a more inclusive and equitable startup ecosystem, with over 80% of awardees led or co-led by underrepresented founders.
