Ohio VC Fest 2024 sets new records, showcasing state’s growing startup opportunity
Becca Wenning of Dressit.ai won $10K in non-dilutive capital for the best elevator pitch; presented by Lee Mosbacker, CEO of Cyrannus.
The second annual Ohio VC Fest is in the books and has set new records by drawing over 700 attendees from 6 countries and 27 states. Hosted by JumpStart and JumpStart Ventures, the two-day gathering was held on September 17th and 18th in downtown Cleveland.
The event’s growth reflects Ohio’s growing opportunity in the national tech scene, with founders, investors, and corporate leaders connecting to drive innovation and economic growth.
Over 1,000 founder-investor meetings took place during the two-day summit, leading to new opportunities for startups and investors alike. Bringing money to the table were more than 75 venture investors managing more than $1 billion collectively.
Key moments:
Cyrannus competition: Becca Wenning of Dressit.ai won $10,000 in non-dilutive capital for the best elevator pitch, and Chris Lee of Airtrek Robotics secured a $40,000 venture capital investment for the best business plan.
Demo Hall spotlight: 28 Ohio-based startups showcased cutting-edge innovations across health tech, software, hard tech, and sports tech.
Programming and content: The event featured 41 expert speakers discussing trends in venture capital, innovation, and the opportunities when scaling startups.
For more information and to follow along, visit www.ohiovcfest.com
What they’re saying
"Ohio VC Fest is a testament to the strength of Ohio's startups and the investors who believe in their potential. This year's event showcased the untapped talent and innovation in our state and the connections sparked during Ohio VC Fest will have a lasting impact."
- Julie Jacono, CEO of JumpStart and JumpStart Ventures
JumpStart and JumpStart Ventures CEO Julie Jacono