Cintrifuse
Cintrifuse supports the growth of Midwest startups in Cincinnati by providing essential resources, programming, and community connections, while Cintrifuse Capital invests in promising local ventures and venture capital funds.
Company Overview
Cintrifuse is a Cincinnati-based organization that helps the Midwest’s best startups grow. It empowers entrepreneurs by providing programming, resources, support, and community for venture-scale startups. Cintrifuse fosters the startup ecosystem by connecting startup leaders for mentorship, support, and validation through workshops, courses, and networking opportunities. Cintrifuse is also the chair of StartupCincy, a coalition aimed at fostering an inclusive innovation community.
Services and Programs
Cintrifuse runs cohort-based venture scaling programs that equip early-stage founders with the skills, strategies, and insights crucial for successful venture capital fundraising. It offers thematic labs, such as FinTech Frontier and NITRO! Bootcamp, that cater to specific industry needs. Cintrifuse also provides essential programs, resources, and connections to founders, including marketing services, industry data, accounting and legal consulting, and talent acquisition. Their Union Hall offers 38,000 sq. ft. of coworking and networking space and organizes community events for startup engagement.
Capital Investments
Cintrifuse Capital invests in the region’s most promising startups, catalyzing further investment from outside the area. It manages $175 million in Regulatory Assets and has a $20 million venture capital fund supported by Ohio’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) matching funds. Fund III focuses on investing in national and regional venture capital funds with a significant allocation for direct investments in Southwest Ohio companies.
Community Engagement
Cintrifuse organizes various community events to drive engagement and support for startups. The organization’s annual StartupCincy Week brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and startup catalysts for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration. Events such as the Rethink Recycling Hack-a-thon showcase innovative recycling solutions and foster scalable business models. Cintrifuse’s Union Hall acts as a vibrant community hub, welcoming over 69,250 people through coworking memberships, event rentals, and private office spaces.
Innovation and Partnerships
Cintrifuse brings innovation to Cincinnati corporations through thematic labs and partnerships. FinTech Frontier is a key initiative that partners regional industry-leading financial services corporations with FinTech-focused entrepreneurs. Additionally, Cintrifuse offers a StartupCincy Ecosystem Passport, allowing entrepreneurs to explore coworking spaces and access technical and mentoring resources without multiple memberships or fees. These initiatives aim to support the creation and growth of enterprise-ready startups.