Keiretsu Forum is a global investment community of accredited private equity investors, venture capitalists and corporate/institutional investors. Keiretsu Forum members invest in high-quality, diverse investment opportunities. Keiretsu Forum is described as a conglomeration of individuals or small companies that are organized around private equity funding for mutual benefit. Keiretsu Forum believes that through a holistic approach, they can offer an association that produces the highest quality deal-flow and investment opportunities.

NIH provides over $1.3B to more than 1500 U.S. small businesses annually, making it one of the world’s largest early-stage capital sources for all life sciences. In addition to the funding available through America’s Seed Fund (Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) awards), NIH-funded innovators may access product development education, guidance from commercialization experts, and request technical and business assistance services from NIH’s SEED (Small business Education and Entrepreneurial Development) Office. 

Morgan Lewis maintains close professional relationships with angel investors, angel groups, and angel funds around the globe.  We understand how they operate, their diverse investment strategies, and their unique legal requirements. Through a dedicated team of attorneys focused on this sector, Morgan Lewis advises angels on a range of legal matters from financings to portfolio company management to exits.

Skillcloud Consulting Group specializes in providing HR-managed services for startups across payroll, compliance and talent acquisition. With over a decade of experience supporting early-stage companies, they offer tailored solutions built to scale a company from Seed to Series C. Skillcloud provides more than just a platform; their professional services are designed to save companies time and resources, allowing them to focus on growth while leveraging expert HR advisement and customizable service options.

Rev1 Ventures is a venture studio that helps tech startups scale and corporates innovate. As a top seed investor in the Midwest, we support and invest in early-stage companies in software, life sciences, and advanced technologies through Rev1 Capital. Leveraging our network of partners, we help high-growth companies validate customers, build teams, and access funding while enabling corporate partners to identify, source, and invest in startups.

PixelEdge creates custom software applications that help business units exceed their sustainability and finance targets. We’ve helped industry giants including the London Stock Exchange, Acuris, Angel Capital Association, ERM, and ICAST. 

The Columbus Region is a thriving 11-county area in Central Ohio, home to 2.2 million people and some of the world’s most recognizable brands, innovative small businesses, powerhouse research hubs, and top-notch academic institutions. The heart of the Region is the city of Columbus, the 14th largest city in the United States. The surrounding Columbus Region has something for everyone—including thriving industry, growing communities, sprawling agriculture, dedicated natural spaces, and more.