Queen City Angels

Queen City Angels (QCA) is a leading angel investment group based in Blue Ash, Ohio, dedicated to supporting and funding innovative entrepreneurs. Comprised of over 200 experienced accredited investors, including former CEOs, successful entrepreneurs, and physicians, QCA focuses on early-stage growth companies in the Cincinnati area and surrounding region. Since its inception in 2000, QCA members have directly invested more than $120 million in over 115 young companies, with follow-on capital raised by these companies exceeding $600 million.

QCA's investment strategy centers on high-growth, technology-driven startups, particularly in sectors such as information technology (B2B SaaS, enterprise software, IoT), life sciences, and advanced materials. The group seeks founders who are looking for more than just capital, offering ongoing mentoring and support to help entrepreneurs achieve their goals. Members actively participate in screening and due diligence processes, serve on portfolio company boards, and provide coaching to foster growth and success.

Beyond financial investment, QCA is committed to educating and engaging entrepreneurs through various programs and resources. Their wholly owned 501(c)(3) non-profit arm, the QCA Education Foundation (doing business as Startup College®), has trained and mentored over 1,000 entrepreneurs through programs like Morning Mentoring and Entrepreneur Boot Camp. This comprehensive approach underscores QCA's dedication to fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region.