JumpStart Ventures has successfully closed nearly $25 million for its NEXT Fund III, targeting a total of $50 million. Supported by the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Ohio and various investors, this fund will focus on Seed and Series A startups, continuing JumpStart’s 20-year legacy of aiding high-growth companies. The firm has a robust portfolio, with notable successes like Abre and Centerline Biomedical. As one of Ohio’s leading early-stage investors, JumpStart Ventures plans to invest in approximately 15 startups through NEXT Fund III, fostering innovation and growth in the region’s venture capital ecosystem.