Venture Catalysts is a 501c3 non-profit that builds inclusive ecosystems through the development and strategic support for large-scale ecosystem partnerships, entrepreneurship events, funding, and growth programs. We create ecosystem-as-a-service (EaaS) to help founders gain acceleration, investment, or revenue growth. We help entrepreneurs and corporate/org partners find optimized, custom ecosystem paths.

Blue Point Capital Cleveland is a private equity firm focused on investing in and growing lower middle-market companies, partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams to drive strategic growth and operational excellence.

COhatch Ohio City is a vibrant coworking and community space in the heart of Cleveland's historic Ohio City neighborhood, offering a variety of amenities and a dynamic environment for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and professionals.

Our goal is to help build a diversified, resilient and innovative economy that catalyzes and sustains long-term prosperity for the region. To do that, we place priority on growing and supporting our business community and creating jobs in the region.

The Ohio Minority Business Assistance Centers (MBAC) are a network of organizations that provide comprehensive business development services to minority-owned enterprises in Ohio, fostering their growth and success.

To better serve Ohio’s entrepreneurs, the Secretary of State’s Client Service Center now utilizes an appointment system.

Ohio VC Fest is a premier venture capital and startup event taking place on September 16-17, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio, focusing on innovation, AI trends, and high-impact networking opportunities for founders and investors.

Latino Cleveland is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting and empowering the Latino community in Cleveland, Ohio. They provide resources, support, and opportunities for the Latino community, and are working to create a more inclusive and equitable society for all.

The Grow Ely Program is a 9-month initiative that empowers small business owners in Elyria, Ohio with the tools, insights, and connections needed to take their businesses to the next level, including monthly sessions, networking, mentorship, and a pitch deck competition.

The Cloud Security Alliance Northeast Ohio is the local chapter of the global CSA, dedicated to advancing cloud security best practices and building a trusted cloud ecosystem in the Northeast Ohio region through research, education, events, and community engagement.

Spaces Cleveland Warehouse District offers flexible office space, coworking, and meeting rooms in a vibrant location in Cleveland’s Warehouse District, with a focus on fostering collaboration and networking.

The City of Cleveland Municipal Small Business Initiative is a grant program that partners with the SBA and Cuyahoga County to provide up to 15%% of project costs to small businesses that secure SBA-backed loans, allowing them to reduce their required equity contribution from 25%% to 10%%. The goal is to leverage financing to benefit small businesses and create jobs in the city.

The City of Euclid Shore Cultural Centre is a historic, three-story building that serves as a vibrant community hub, offering meeting spaces, dance studios, gymnasiums, and an auditorium, as well as housing 36 small businesses that benefit from the Centre's supportive amenities and atmosphere.

The CSU Weston Ideation Lab Microgrant Program provides funding to Cleveland State University students, faculty, staff, and alumni to support their entrepreneurial ventures, offering Launch Grants of up to \$1,000 and Scale Up Grants of up to \$3,000.

Investing in Remarkable Founders

Ukrainian Federal Credit Union (UFCU) is a member-focused financial institution providing a wide range of personal and commercial financial services, including specialized loans for business vehicles and equipment, with a commitment to exceptional member service and community support.

Limelight Ohio City is a vibrant coworking space located in the trendy Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, offering flexible memberships, private offices, and event spaces designed for collaboration and productivity.

In 1992, the Ohio Business Roundtable was established for one sole purpose: to improve Ohio’s business climate. Since its inception, the OBRT has worked with Ohio’s governors and legislative leaders to make Ohio more business-friendly and more competitive both nationally and internationally.

The West Shore Chamber of Commerce is a vibrant business organization serving the western suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, with over 367 member businesses. The Chamber's newly launched Member Directory provides an advanced search platform to help members connect and access valuable contact information.

The Ohio Capital Access Program (OCAP) is a loan portfolio insurance program, similar to a loan guarantee, that enables small businesses to obtain credit to help them grow and expand their businesses.