JumpStart

For 20 years, JumpStart Ventures has been investing venture capital to help visionary entrepreneurs grow innovative tech companies that drive economic impact in Ohio and the Midwest. The returns we’ve generated – 3X to date – and support from our partners have enabled us to extend our model beyond tech investing to help entrepreneurs and small businesses in Ohio go further, faster through our parent company, JumpStart Inc. The JumpStart Ventures team delivers a founder-first experience to our portfolio companies, backed by decades of combined VC know-how. Our approach helps startups avoid blind spots and scale with confidence. We’re a diverse and collaborative team from varied backgrounds. Humble, honest and driven, we believe that entrepreneurs can build market-defining companies anywhere with the right partners and a relentless work ethic. The Evolution Of JumpStart Founded in 2004, JumpStart focuses today on transforming communities through: Venture Capital Investment Small Business Services Inclusive Economic Growth for Black, Latino/Hispanic and Women entrepreneurs

McKenzie Shanahan is more than just a company; we are a purpose-driven organization deeply committed to the revitalization of communities and the unlocking of potential in regions frequently overlooked by mainstream investment channels. We understand that true growth and innovation often come from areas that have been neglected or underfunded, and it is our mission to bridge this gap by providing essential capital where it is most needed. Our organization was founded on the belief that every community, no matter how small or underserved, has the inherent potential to thrive when given the right resources and support. At McKenzie Shanahan, we view our role not merely as financiers but as partners in progress. We work closely with local businesses, governments, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for development that can transform entire regions. By targeting these overlooked areas, we not only aim to stimulate economic growth but also to inspire a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship that can sustain long-term prosperity. Our approach to investment is holistic. We recognize that capital alone is not enough to drive meaningful change; it must be paired with strategic guidance, collaborative partnerships, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within each community. We are committed to crafting tailored solutions that address these challenges, ensuring that our investments lead to sustainable development and real, lasting impact. At McKenzie Shanahan, we believe that the success of our investments is measured not just by financial returns, but by the positive changes we help to bring about in the communities we serve. Our investments are designed to create a ripple effect - stimulating local economies, creating jobs, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. We strive to foster environments where businesses can grow, where innovation is encouraged, and where communities can thrive for generations to come. In an industry often focused solely on profit, McKenzie Shanahan stands out by placing equal importance on the social and economic well-being of the communities in which we invest. We are proud to be a driving force for change, helping to turn potential into progress, and vision into reality. Our commitment to these underserved areas is unwavering, and we are determined to continue making a significant difference, one community at a time. We are dedicated to identifying and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow by strategically investing in their potential today. Our focus is on discovering visionary entrepreneurs and innovative companies poised for significant growth and providing the capital, resources, and support they need to succeed in a competitive global market.

Founded by Henry Kravis in 1996 and capitalized by New York’s leaders of business and finance, our mission is to mobilize our investors’ resources - their money, time and influence - to create jobs, spur new business creation and to expand opportunities for all of the city’s residents and neighborhoods. The Partnership Fund for New York City is the $170 million investment arm of the Partnership for New York City, New York’s leading business organization. Our mission is to mobilize our investors’ resources - their money, time and influence - to create jobs, spur new business creation and to expand opportunities for all of the city’s residents and neighborhoods. We invest exclusively in New York City-based ventures - both for-profit and nonprofit - with an overall job creation priority. As an “evergreen” fund, realized gains are continuously reinvested. The city’s business leaders help us identify and support promising entrepreneurs, with hundreds of business leaders contributing annually on our sector advisory boards, investment evaluation teams and as judges and mentors in our programs.

Our starting point is people, putting them at the forefront and making innovation truly work for their benefit. We harness the social power of technology to reach even those who are most marginalized. We ensure that the innovation we build for one market is globally ready as a high-growth venture. We designed our innovation stack to be 70% reusable and replicable elsewhere and in many other applications to leverage standardized methods, common IPs or expertise.

We envision an inclusive economy that thrives with innovation by realizing the value and potential of each of us. Our Mission: Building the Future Together We aim to transform people, companies, and industries in order to build a more equitable and inclusive economy. We work with today’s leaders to create long term growth by integrating diverse perspectives and dismantling personal, organizational and systemic barriers to inclusion. We are creating a new class of companies by investing in the next generation of inclusive ventures We believe that an inclusive economy thrives with innovation by realizing the value and potential of each of us. We build an inclusive economy alongside companies and people like you. We believe in the possibility of a brighter future. Let’s Build The Future Together We pledge to build a brighter future. We envision an equitable, entrepreneurial future, and we come alongside diverse leaders to build that future together.

Lancé fin 2021 par PULSE, l’association de soutien à l’entrepreneuriat à impact du GROUPE SOS, Impact Business Angels est le premier réseau de business angels exclusivement dédié au soutien de l’entrepreneuriat à impact en France. En lien avec l’écosystème de l’impact, les membres d’Impact Business Angels soutiennent des projets entrepreneuriaux et accompagnent notamment des projets nativement à impact en phase d’amorçage qui déploient des innovations sociales afin de générer un impact positif, qu’il soit social, sociétal, environnemental et/ou territorial. Impact Business Angels est membre de France Angels, la Fédération Nationale des business angels.