Launch
Accelerating Technology
Northwest Ohio is rich with entrepreneurs who are working on that next great technological venture, and Launch is here to match innovation with opportunity. As the technology-based business incubation program of the Regional Growth Partnership, Launch supports the development of revolutionary, world-class technologies to accelerate company growth and reduce time-to-market entry.
Regional Growth Partnership
The Regional Growth Partnership (RGP) is a private-sector-driven and funded economic development company, focused to meet the needs of clients in a confidential, innovative and time-sensitive fashion.
Rocket Ventures
Rocket Ventures is a program of the Regional Growth Partnership that provides a unique combination of no charge management expertise, business development advice, and valuable technical assistance with venture capital funding and grant opportunities. RV helps accelerate the growth of early-stage technology companies and entrepreneurs in Northwest Ohio
ODOD
Our mission is to change the trajectory of Ohio's economy by purposefully redesigning the business climate to increase the global competitiveness of Ohio's businesses, resulting in prosperity for all Ohioans.
Target Counties
Launch is the place to go in Northwest Ohio for entrepreneurs looking for ways to transform an innovative idea into a relevant technology business venture. Serving the entrepreneurial community in an 18-county region of Northwest Ohio, Launch brings together the necessary partners to make the development process most successful.
Our Process
Are you ready to launch your new technology idea? If so, Launch is anxious to help! Our team of experts is fully equipped and waiting to offer you business counseling and a customized portfolio of services that will help accelerate your new technology company into the marketplace.
Events
The next Tech Connect is February 24, 2010 and will feature newly elected Toledo Mayor Mike Bell!
Recent News
RGP’s Weathers Named to IEDC Board of Directors
Steve Weathers, president and CEO of the Regional Growth Partnership (RGP), has been elected to the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) board of directors. Read More…
Success Stories
We are delighted to share the stories of the companies that have completed the Launch Program. These companies have gone through a rigorous process and fulfilled all of the program requirements to include:
- entering the market through product sales
- reaching critical milestones in the commercialization process
- positioning themselves for investment
- hiring staff
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