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Ohio Third Frontier
AddedFeb 16, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Ohio Third Frontier

Ohio Third Frontier

Operating

Accelerating Ohio's economy growth through diverse tech startups, providing resources, mentorship, and capital.

Location
Columbus, OH, US
Founded
2002
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Ohio Third Frontier focuses on accelerating Ohio's economic growth through technology-based startups and early-stage companies. The initiative provides essential resources, including business assistance, capital, and talent, to innovative entrepreneurs across the state. Ohio Third Frontier's investment strategy primarily involves grant funding, with occasional participation in seed and debt financing rounds.

The program has supported a diverse portfolio of companies in sectors such as energy, healthcare, and biotechnology. Notable investments include Cincytech, Synapse Biomedical, and Acculon Energy. Ohio Third Frontier's approach aims to transform innovative ideas into thriving businesses, positioning Ohio as a destination for technology entrepreneurs and fostering job creation within the state.

Ohio Third Frontier - Portfolio Snapshot

Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages

Total Investments16
Current Portfolio Count14
Total Portfolio Exits1

Top Investment Stages

Grant12 (75.0%)
Angel1 (6.3%)
Debt Financing1 (6.3%)
Seed1 (6.3%)
Series Unknown1 (6.3%)

Stage Mix

Grant 75%Angel 6%Debt Financing 6%Seed 6%Series Unknown 6%

Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.

Recent Investments

BioChip Labs logo

BioChip Labs

Smart Response Technologies logo

Smart Response Technologies

DialGuide logo

DialGuide

Datirium logo

Datirium

HDO Health logo

HDO Health

Cincytech logo

Cincytech

SweatID logo

SweatID

Akron PolyEnergy logo

Akron PolyEnergy

Prapela logo

Prapela

Connect Ohio Initiatives logo

Connect Ohio Initiatives

O2 RegenTech logo

O2 RegenTech

AssetWatch logo

AssetWatch

Intellirod Spine logo

Intellirod Spine

Synapse Biomedical logo

Synapse Biomedical

Acculon Energy logo

Acculon Energy

Ohio Third Frontier - Classification

NAICS
  • 524000Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
  • 524100Insurance Carriers
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
SIC
  • 6300Insurance Carriers
Show 3 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 920000Public Administration
SIC
  • 9100Executive, Legislative, And General Government, Except Finance
  • 6000Depository Institutions