NC IDEA

NC IDEA is a nonprofit organization based in Durham, North Carolina, dedicated to supporting early-stage, high-growth technology companies. Since its inception in 2005, NC IDEA has provided critical funding through its grant programs, including NC IDEA SEED, which offers $50,000 grants to innovative startups with proven concepts, and NC IDEA MICRO, which provides $10,000 to help young companies validate and advance their ideas. Through these initiatives, NC IDEA aims to reduce the risks associated with scaling startups while also offering mentorship and guidance. The organization has awarded over $7.2 million in grants to 161 companies, with nearly 70 percent still operating today. Collectively, these companies have raised over $295 million in additional funding and created more than 1,860 jobs, demonstrating the significant impact of NC IDEA on the entrepreneurial ecosystem in North Carolina.

Amy Bastian

Senior Director

David P. Rizzo

President and CEO

Thom Ruhe

President and CEO

Past deals in Web Design

Home for Life Designs

Grant in 2023
Home for Life Designs provides mobile and cloud software for practitioners to conduct home evaluations in any patient home environment. The company also provides an innovative home assessment solution for healthcare professionals and paraprofessionals, enabling clients to stay in their homes and community safely and independently, for life. Home for Life Designs is based in Salisbury, North Carolina.

Padeo

Grant in 2021
Padeo is an unobtrusive plug-in that supercharges your site speed helping you win more leads and sales. Padeo works with every website, including WordPress, Squarespace, and Shopify. Learn more about how Padeo makes the web faster for everyone at padeo.io.

Home for Life Designs

Grant in 2021
Home for Life Designs provides mobile and cloud software for practitioners to conduct home evaluations in any patient home environment. The company also provides an innovative home assessment solution for healthcare professionals and paraprofessionals, enabling clients to stay in their homes and community safely and independently, for life. Home for Life Designs is based in Salisbury, North Carolina.

Lumen Design Group

Grant in 2020
Lumen Design Group is a better way to use data to drive smarter decisions and have got it.

Little House

Grant in 2020
Little House is engaged in the design and manufacturing of modular surfboards that cater to a wide range of skill levels and wave conditions. The company focuses on creating versatile surfboard shapes optimized for various types of waves, allowing surfers, from beginners to experienced riders, to enjoy an enhanced surfing experience. This innovative approach eliminates the need for surfers to own multiple boards for different conditions, streamlining their surfing gear while maximizing performance and enjoyment. Little House aims to revolutionize surfboard design, offering a practical solution that meets the diverse needs of the surfing community.

FishingLicense.us

Grant in 2020
FishingLicense.us is the simplest and fastest way to obtain or renew your fishing licenses and keep them up to date.

3 Spark Design

Grant in 2020
3 Spark Design is a manufacturer of luxurious goods to provide a variety of high-quality soft metal finishes for furnishing.

Venturing Lifestyle Designs

Grant in 2019
Venturing Lifestyle Designs is a consumer company that manufactures women's apparel specializing in clothing for outdoor adventures. The company offers appeals to women, enabling women with clothing that allows them to be more adventurous, athletic, and active. Venturing Lifestyle Designs was founded in 2019 and is based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The Wed Clique

Grant in 2017
The Wed Clique is a pioneering digital showroom designed specifically for wedding professionals. It offers a B2B e-commerce platform that enables vendors and venues to create bookable business opportunities through connected styled shoots and streamlined wedding arrangements. The platform provides premium portfolio tools that allow vendors to effectively showcase their work and enhance visibility to potential clients. Additionally, it facilitates the establishment of wedding networks, enabling professionals to search for clients and manage connections, thereby maximizing referral opportunities within the industry.

The Wed Clique

Grant in 2016
The Wed Clique is a pioneering digital showroom designed specifically for wedding professionals. It offers a B2B e-commerce platform that enables vendors and venues to create bookable business opportunities through connected styled shoots and streamlined wedding arrangements. The platform provides premium portfolio tools that allow vendors to effectively showcase their work and enhance visibility to potential clients. Additionally, it facilitates the establishment of wedding networks, enabling professionals to search for clients and manage connections, thereby maximizing referral opportunities within the industry.

Visitar

Series A in 2006
Visitar is a world wide network of travel websites that aim to inform.
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