Tech Tailgates return to LSU with a focus on statewide cross-pollination

Nexus Louisiana and local partners gather founders, investors and regional startup hubs in Baton Rouge to turn football Saturdays into deal flow.

By: Jordan Jeffery

Outlets: Technical.ly

Published: September 8, 2026

Words: 782

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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Louisiana’s startup hubs traditionally don’t cross paths, but Nexus Louisiana is using Louisiana State University football and the appeal of Baton Rouge on Saturdays in the fall to get those ecosystems into the same space.

Nexus, in partnership with Louisiana Innovation, on Saturday kicked off the second season of its Tech Tailgates series ahead of Louisiana State University’s (LSU) season opener against Clemson, bringing founders, investors and startup support organizations from across …

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