JumpStart Ventures is a venture capital firm that has been investing in startups for 20 years, focusing on transformative tech companies that drive economic impact in Ohio and the Midwest. They aim to deliver top-quartile returns to investors. Their investment strategy targets startups with high growth potential, unique market insights, innovative solutions, and capital-efficient financial models. JumpStart Ventures provides capital, connections, and resources to support companies from seed to Series A and beyond through various funds, including the Evergreen Fund, Focus Fund, Healthcare Collaboration Fund, Next Fund, and Next II Fund. They have invested in over 180 early-stage startups, generating significant returns and creating jobs.
Primary stage
B2B / B2C
Investment focus
Investment style
Specialist
Data last enriched
Aug 14, 2026
Investing team
- Hardik DesaiManaging Partner, NEXT Fund Manager
- Karim BotrosBoard Member and Chair, Investment Committee
- Joshua Borstein, Ph.D.Investment Principal