Innovation Resources
Ohio offers a wide range of resources designed to help businesses, startups, and innovators grow. From funding and mentorship to connections with industry leaders, these key organizations can provide the support you need to succeed.
The resources you need to help your business and people thrive in Ohio.
Economic Development
JobsOhio
A private nonprofit economic development organization that acts as a catalyst for high-growth business investments and job creation by supporting businesses looking to grow and expand in Ohio.
Ohio Department of Development
A state agency focused on supporting economic growth by providing resources for businesses, communities, and individuals.
Venture Capital
CincyTech
A venture capital firm that invests in innovative founders tackling the world’s complex challenges.
Rev1 Venture
A venture capital firm and startup accelerator based in Ohio, offering funding, mentorship, and resources to help early-stage companies grow.
JumpStart
A venture development organization providing capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate.
Ohio Technology Validation and Start-up Fund
A state initiative that supports technologies created at Ohio research institutions and the startups that use them.
Innovation Expertise & Workforce
Ohio Life Sciences
Ohio’s life sciences industry trade association that convenes and advocates on behalf of biotech, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, labs, digital health, gene and cell therapy, agricultural biotechnology, and research and academic institutions throughout Ohio.
Ohio Third Frontier
A state-run initiative for technology startups that provides access to business expertise, mentorship, capital, and talent to build and scale companies.
OhioXcelerate
A program for startups to connect with investors, mentors, support organizations, and each other. They provide startups with the guidance, resources, and platform they need to thrive in Ohio's diver
Talent Development
JobsOhio Talent Acquisition Services
JobsOhio offers customized talent solutions to help companies attract top talent in Ohio.
JobsOhio Workforce Grant
Provides financial support for training and upskilling your employees.
Find Your Ohio
Connects individuals with career opportunities across the state.
TechCred
State program that empowers businesses to develop a more tech-savvy workforce by providing funding for employees to earn technology-focused credentials.
