Ohio Third Frontier is a $2.3 billion state initiative that invests exclusively in early-stage technology-based ventures across pre-seed. See contact routes.
Ohio Third Frontier is a $2.3 billion state initiative that invests exclusively in early-stage technology-based ventures across pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages in sectors like life sciences, advanced manufacturing, software/IT, and energy. It provides capital and support to startups throughout Ohio, often partnering with local seed investors such as CincyTech, Rev1 Ventures, and Jumpstart to form a statewide early-stage network. While it does not disclose specific check sizes, its Pre-Seed Program has matched private funds dollar-for-dollar, such as the $3.5 million matched to Queen City Angels for life sciences and IT companies including Sense Neuro and Cloverleaf. Its distinctive thesis is to build an “innovation ecosystem” that seamlessly transitions ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace by focusing on technology commercialization rather than real estate, retail, or professional services.
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