OCEAN Accelerator

OCEAN Accelerator, established in 2014 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, focuses on supporting startup founders in the technology, web, and software sectors. Recognizing the unique challenges that entrepreneurs face, OCEAN aims to foster a supportive environment that emphasizes both personal and professional growth. By integrating a curriculum that addresses business acumen and personal development, particularly through the lens of community and faith, OCEAN seeks to prevent burnout and encourage sound decision-making among founders. The organization is dedicated to educating and engaging aspiring entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the complexities of startup life while maintaining a balanced perspective.

Tim Metzner

Co-Founder

Randy Wilhelm

Managing Director and Executive in Residence

Past deals in Ohio

Roamina Inc.

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Roamina Inc. designs and develops Roamina, an Al based application that organizes and analyzes data. The application helps user to upload data into Roamina data vault and automatically format, clean, and organize data. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Vairt Inc

Seed Round in 2019
Vairt Inc operates as a crowdfunding platform that leverages blockchain technology to facilitate the investment, tokenization, and liquidation of real estate assets. Founded in 2019 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company enables a diverse ecosystem where investors, property managers, and developers can engage in transactions that benefit all parties involved. Unlike traditional real estate investment methods, which often require substantial capital and lack liquidity for fractional ownership, Vairt allows users to buy and sell fractional ownership in properties through its platform. Investors use digital wallets to manage their transactions, starting to accrue rental income immediately after their investment. Vairt generates revenue through commissions on property sales, management contracts, and token redemptions.

Immersed

Convertible Note in 2017
Immersed Inc. is a company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) workplace productivity software. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on developing technologies that eliminate barriers to remote work, aiming to enhance productivity and improve the overall work experience. Immersed's software enables laptops to connect with mobile devices, allowing distributed teams to collaborate in a shared VR environment. This innovative approach seeks to transform the way people work, promoting efficiency and creating a more enjoyable workplace experience.

Martin

Convertible Note in 2017
Martin Inc, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializes in providing an artificial intelligence-driven marketing platform tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. The company focuses on enhancing digital marketing efforts on social media platforms while offering timely response services to engage with customers effectively. Through its innovative solutions, Martin aims to support businesses in navigating the complexities of digital marketing and improving their online presence.

Farm FLX

Convertible Note in 2017
Farm FLX, Inc. is a technology company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, that specializes in developing online tools for farm managers, landowners, and tenants to manage farm lease agreements. Founded in 2016, the company offers a lease management platform that enables users to create, share, and analyze various types of leases. Its tools facilitate mobile access to lease documents, electronic signing, and sharing, while also providing a time-stamped audit trail and online mapping features. By integrating agronomic data and artificial intelligence, Farm FLX aims to streamline the land rental process, allowing users to make informed decisions and optimize their lease management practices, ultimately saving time and resources.

We Love Work

Funding Round in 2016
We Love Work Ltd specializes in developing a people analytics platform aimed at enhancing the hiring process and improving company culture. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company utilizes a culture survey chatbot to gather data from existing employees, enabling detailed reports on company culture at the desk level. This data-driven approach supports culture audits, hiring practices, and mergers and acquisitions by predicting team performance and candidate fit. The platform provides anonymized employee data, facilitating scientifically validated assessments that help organizations build engaged teams and reduce employee turnover.

StreamSpot

Seed Round in 2015
StreamSpot is an all-inclusive streaming solution designed with simplicity in mind. Whether you are streaming for the first time or are a veteran broadcaster, StreamSpot provides everything you need to deliver high-quality live and on-demand broadcasts to any Internet connected device. StreamSpot provides innovative StreamSpot is an all-inclusive streaming solution designed with simplicity in mind. Whether you are streaming for the first time or are a veteran broadcaster, StreamSpot provides everything you need to deliver high-quality live and on-demand broadcasts to any Internet connected device. StreamSpot provides innovative features and services designed to make your broadcast successful,features and services designed to make your broadcast successful,

Casamatic

Seed Round in 2015
Casamatic LLC owns and operates an online platform to facilitate home buying. Casamatic LLC was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Searen

Seed Round in 2015
The Vacuum AirLift (VAL) is a new, sustainable and efficient water treatment system. It is an innovative and versatile, yet simple, technology platform with three basic functions: particle extraction, circulation, and gas exchange. The VAL provides superior water treatment solutions for many industries, including Oil & Gas, Aquaculture, and Microalgae production.

Quality Renters

Seed Round in 2015
Quality Renters restores mutual trust between landlords and renters, building new marketplace tools that require transparency and ensure a smooth, hassle-free rental experience.

Cerkl

Seed Round in 2015
Cerkl is an AI-powered content delivery platform that enhances employee communication by integrating various channels into a cohesive system. Founded in 2013 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company focuses on automating content personalization to boost engagement among employees. Its platform facilitates a cross-channel experience, allowing employees to access information on their preferred platforms while organizations can send targeted emails and newsletters with comprehensive analytics. This approach not only helps maintain connectivity within organizations but also streamlines communication processes, ultimately fostering a modern employee experience.

LYFEBOAT

Angel Round in 2015
We're changing the way you own cars. We are on a mission to save you time and give you more freedom. We pick up and deliver your car to get maintenance, cleaning, and fueling. All the services are on demand or can be scheduled ahead of time. No more long waits or unclear pricing. We partner with the top brands and service centers in your area to give you the best quality service. We're also an analytics tool for service centers. We remove the friction of people coming in. We increase their retention, customer engagement, and customer service. We also help these businesses better serve their customers.

Arena19

Seed Round in 2015
Arena19 is a patent-pending sponsorship marketplace providing a foundational framework for properties to easily and efficiently engage with sponsors. They believe that if everyone works from a single collaborative platform, everything becomes simpler. Their mission is to make engaging with clients easy, visual and efficient.

benobe, LLC

Seed Round in 2015
Benobe is an application suite that targets on the process of career awareness and investigation for high school students. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Blue Seat Media

Seed Round in 2015
Inspiring the next generation of baseball storytelling.