We support entrepreneurs by providing programming, resources, support, and community for venture scalable startups in order to improve the likelihood of transformational outcomes in our region.
We support entrepreneurs by providing programming, resources, support, and community for venture scalable startups in order to improve the likelihood of transformational outcomes in our region.
Startup Growth Resources & Programming
Our programs position startups for successful venture capital raises and foster a strong, supportive community by connecting them with top-tier talent, strategic customers, and accessible capital.
Ecosystem Cultivation
We’re dedicated to cultivating a fertile ground for entrepreneurship in Cincinnati by fostering a vibrant community where founders and innovators can connect, collaborate, and grow.
Capital Support
Through Cintrifuse Capital, we invest in the region’s most promising startups and provide resources to fuel their growth, catalyzing further investment from outside the region through our Fund of Funds network.
Since 2012, Cintrifuse has been dedicated to catalyzing Cincinnati’s entrepreneurial spirit, empowering high-growth founders, and fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem in the Midwest. Through our collaborative efforts across Cintrifuse, Cintrifuse Capital, and StartupCincy, we provide innovative solutions, strategic investments, and inclusive support to transform bold ideas into thriving businesses. Our experienced team, deep venture network, and strong partnerships with corporations drive sustainable growth, job creation, and innovation, making Cincinnati a premier destination for startups and investors alike.
Statistics reference companies headquartered in the Cincinnati Metropolitan Statistical Area with a VC deal investment in the past 5 years as of Jan 2025 according to Dealroom and Startup Genome.
Cintrifuse Capital is our venture firm that backs high potential local startups, invests in top venture capital funds, and helps launch venture scalable companies.
Cintrifuse is the chair of StartupCincy, a coalition of entrepreneurs and the organizations that serve them, that provides resources & support for all Cincinnati entrepreneurs to foster an inclusive innovation community.
