Pitch-perfect support for a jobs-focused nonprofit

Tampa Bay Wave Inc., a business incubator and co-working space, staged a pitch night July 18 at Red Mesa Cantina in downtown St. Petersburg, an event that drew more than 100 attendees, including potential investors.

And although 11 startups each made the case as to why dollars should flow their way, the theme of the evening was more about unity than competition, when Tampa Bay Wave officially launched its partnership with Think Big for Kids, a nonprofit that connects underprivileged young people with mentorship, skill development and career exploration opportunities.