Central Ohio’s next wave of startups is ready to take the spotlight.
Join us on Wednesday, May 20, for Rev1 Ventures’ Customer to Capital Accelerator Graduation Celebration, where we’ll celebrate the Spring 2026 cohort and the progress they’ve made over 14 weeks of building, testing, refining, and growing.
Earlier in the day, these founders will present to a room of investors, connectors, partners, and innovators at our Spring Showcase. Then, we’re opening the doors to the broader startup community to celebrate, connect, and build the relationships that help innovation move forward.
Come meet founders working across emerging technologies, including EV batteries, autonomous transportation, public safety software, medtech, immersive learning, and more.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, operator, partner, or community builder, this is your chance to plug into the ecosystem and celebrate what’s next.
📍 Rev1 at The Peninsula
🗓 Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 5–6:30 PM
Join us - link in bio to register.
A strong startup ecosystem doesn’t happen by accident - it’s built through connection.
Our space brings entrepreneurs, founders, and innovators together to collaborate, share ideas, and move faster - side by side. It’s more than a place to work; it’s a hub for startup innovation and community.
Become a member today. ✨ Link below for more information 👇
In 2025, Rev1 had the support of 30+ funding partners and Ohio Third Frontier, that enabled us to support 156 entrepreneurs, host more than 30 events, and position 56 companies for capital.
Thank you to the partners who make this work possible and help founders across Central Ohio build, grow, and scale. And a special thank you to Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) for printing our reports this year!
Big ideas. Bold founders. Real impact.
Our 2025 Impact Report reflects what’s possible when startups, investors, corporate partners, and community champions work together to build what’s next. From capital attracted to company growth and exits, this year’s momentum is helping shape the future of innovation in our region.
We’re proud to stand alongside the founders driving it forward.
Read the full report: Link in bio
We asked our founders: What’s a startup myth you no longer believe?
MYTH: “Starting a company is mostly just paperwork.”
Daisuke shared that, early on, he saw company formation as a simple administrative step.
What he learned: it’s one of the earliest strategic decisions a founder makes.
#BuildWithRev1 #FounderMyth
Progress like this doesn’t happen without the right people at the table and this wall represents that.
To our funding partners: your support goes beyond capital—you help create opportunities for founders to grow, hire, and build companies that last.
We’re grateful for the role you play in moving this work forward. 🤝
One week away ✨
Isaiah Shalwitz, Co-Founder of Invirsa, joins us May 13 for Founders’ Story.
Come hear his journey building Invirsa and learn more about INV-102 and its potential impact in health and science.
📍1275 Kinnear Rd
⏰ 8:30am
🎟️ Rev1 Eventbrite
Ohio — we’re coming this summer.
The second-ever Midwest House Summit lands in Columbus on July 30–31, 2026. Hosted by Rev1 Ventures. Programmed alongside RTRX. Built for the founders, investors, and operators who are quietly building the most interesting companies in the country right now.
What to expect:
The most dynamic community of Midwestern builders you’ll find in one place
Speakers who are doing the damn thing
1:1 investor & mentor connections
An ample serving of Midwest style and creativity
The full lineup is still cooking. Early bird tickets are not — they’re live now, and they’re limited.
Last December sold out despite a snowstorm. This one will too.
Grab yours before they’re gone — link in bio
#MidwestHouse #ColumbusOH #Rev1Ventures #Midwest #Founders
Columbus Startup Week is all about connection. 🤝
Join us next Friday for Founders’ Morning, where founders come together to connect, share what they’re building, and plug into the energy of the week.
Coffee, conversation, and community - the perfect way to wrap up Startup Week.
Columbus Startup Week
Step inside one of Downtown’s newest hubs for innovation 🚀
We’re taking you on a virtual tour of @rev1ventures ’ space at The Peninsula, where founders, startups, and scaleups will have room to connect, collaborate, and grow!
Cornerstone features include:
• Shared amenities such as coworking spaces, meeting rooms and event areas
• A built-in network designed for founders to connect and collaborate
• Second-floor Scaleup Suites created to support growing startups
RWX was recently welcomed as the first Scaleup Suite tenant, giving momentum to the value and vision of founder-focused infrastructure. Follow along with Rev1 Ventures to see how this project is helping shape the future tech ecosystem in Downtown Columbus.
We asked our founders: What’s a startup myth you no longer believe?
MYTH: “The highs and lows of building a startup will be manageable.”
Frank Scardena shared that, early on, he expected the journey to be more predictable.
What he learned: the ups and downs can be intense and resilience is critical.
#BuildWithRev1 #FounderMyth
What happens when you put 50+ startups, founders, and innovators in one room?
You discover what’s next.
From software and advanced tech to life sciences, Innovation Hop is your chance to meet the companies pushing boundaries and solving real problems.
If you care about where innovation is going, this is where to start.
Mark your calendars and look out for more information soon 🚀
