industry focus

• Aerospace and Defense 

• Telecommunications 

• Artificial Intelligence (AI/ML)

• Cyber Systems 

• Augmented and Virtual Reality 

• Automation and Robotics 

• Software as a Service (SaaS)

• Ohio Pre-Seed and Seed

• Valuation < $5M 

• Fed Tech or Dual Use 

• Validated Market 

• Differentiated Technology 

• Strong Founder/Team

• Defense Spinouts 

• Startup Restarts 

• Startup Recapitalization 

OGTF is value added investor,  leveraging Hale Capital Partners to actively supports investments from engagement through exit. 

Promising portfolio companies may be considered for follow-on growth investment from Hale Capital Partners' $160mm+ evergreen fund.

OGTF has a network of exceptional Ohio-based partners; ensuring access to local start-up support services and programs. 

OGTF supports the identification and development of non-dilutive capital funding for investment companies.  This support targets SBIR, STTR, OTA, BAA, and other opportunities. 

Hale Capital Partners is a known and trusted investor in the DoD and FedTech communities with a history of successful outcomes.  

OGTF collaborates with state, federal, and private entities to support the growth goals of our portfolio start-ups.