North Coast Opportunities Technology Fund - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
Cleveland, OH, US
Founded
2008
North Coast Opportunities (NCO) Technology Fund, based in Cleveland, Ohio, focuses on providing low-interest loans of up to $125,000 to high-potential technology companies within Cuyahoga County. Launched in 2008, the fund aims to support local tech startups by helping them complete value-driving projects, create new jobs, and attract additional capital. NCO typically engages in debt financing and seed-stage investments.
Notable portfolio companies include Biolectrics, Casentric, Wheedle, and Yourefolio. The fund's investment philosophy centers on fostering local economic growth and innovation through strategic financial support. NCO offers unique value-add services such as job creation incentives and assistance in securing additional funding, which helps startups scale effectively within the regional ecosystem.
Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages