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By Jayne Gest
Converge Technologies, a commercial engineering firm, has committed to building a technology innovation and development capability in Hilliard. The founders of Converge recently purchased the former Rahal Racing research and development facility.
Early-Stage ColumbusApril 18, 2019
Female founders on rise, as women-focused angel group disbands
Although X-Squared Angels disbanded at the end of last year as membership fizzled, early-stage and startup female founders appear to be on the rise. We talk to Cindi Englefield and Mary McCarthy of the Women’s Small Business Accelerator.
April 5, 2019
Rev1 Ventures hits $2B in economic impact in 6 years
In 2018 alone, Rev1 clients generated more than $123 million in revenue and attracted more than $157 million in capital to the region.
April 3, 2019
MentorcliQ’s Phil George
CEO Phil George shares MentorcliQ’s growth story – which includes raising $5 million in capital — and offers his advice for other founders.
March 6, 2019
Startup future is bright — and diverse
Tom Walker talks about the startup climate and how Rev1 is encouraging startup diversity.