JUMPSTART OVERVIEW

We help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate.

These powerful, creative relationships, when supported by our capital, services and connections, spark positive change for equitable and transformative economic impact.

We believe entrepreneurship is the heartbeat of thriving economies and communities. From business founders to corporate innovators, those who possess the entrepreneurial spirit solve challenges with fresh perspective. They take bold risks. They clear the path for entire industries. We’re here to help turn ideas into scalable enterprises to transform the region.

Our Interconnected Elements of Support

CAPITAL

Venture capital investment, grant funding and friendly lending opportunities for high-potential tech startups and small businesses.

SERVICES

Technical assistance, education and programs that help business owners work smart to grow and accelerate.

CONNECTIONS

An extensive network of resources–from advisors to corporate clients and investors–who help entrepreneurs start and scale.

People at the Center of Change

Our teams are uniquely positioned to support four client groups for mutually beneficial outcomes.

SMALL BUSINESSES

Founders who are in the early stages of launching viable technologies to solve market problems.

TECH STARTUPS

Owners who create jobs with community based products and services.

CORPORATE PARTNERS

Leadership teams within corporations who identify and cultivate inventive opportunities to keep business competitive.

RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS

Scientists and thought leaders who invent and test new technologies.