JumpStart’s NEXT Fund Invests $5 Million in Eight Ohio Companies

JumpStart Inc., a Cleveland-based venture development organization, has announced the first eight investments from its recently closed NEXT Fund.

Collectively, these Ohio companies received $5 million from the $20 million fund through a combination of equity and convertible debt.

“This roster of portfolio companies represents some of the most exciting high-potential startups in Ohio,” said JumpStart CEO Ray Leach. “The companies also range across a variety of sectors, from software and healthcare IT to medical device manufacturing and business services.”

Originally published September 7, 2016.