Rev1 Ventures

Rev1 Ventures operates from Columbus, Ohio, primarily as a startup studio that focuses on accelerating innovation by assisting entrepreneurs and corporations. The company has successfully launched over 150 startups and made investments in more than 300 companies. It has also supported over 70 successful exits, showcasing its effective role in the startup ecosystem. Rev1 Ventures offers a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant, which supports salaries and benefits for underserved founders for up to one year, enhancing diversity within the entrepreneurial community. Located at Rev1 Labs at 1275 Kinnear Rd., the company provides a range of facilities and resources for startups. It offers a continuum of capital from pre-seed through early-stage investments and hosts various events and programs to foster connections between entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate innovators. Rev1 Ventures collaborates with over 60 partners across corporate, community, and public sectors, including Ohio Third Frontier, to bolster its support network. The company’s efforts have positioned Columbus as a significant hub for startup growth, with its total startup impact capital, revenue, and exits amounting to $5.4 billion and $390 million in client capital attracted.