February 16, 2026 – The Idea Village is hosting its third annual 3rd Coast Venture Summit on March 10–12 during New Orleans Entrepreneur Week (NOEW), bringing together Gulf South founders, investors and corporate partners.
The “3rd Coast” refers to the Gulf South, which stretches across Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. The Idea Village says the region is gaining national recognition as an investable startup market powered by experienced talent and global-caliber resources.
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