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QCA Ventures represents the evolution of one of the Midwest’s most active and respected angel investment communities into a more structured, scalable, and forward-looking early-stage investment platform. Built on the strong foundation of Queen City Angels, QCA Ventures is designed to expand access, streamline participation, and increase the impact of investing in high-growth startups. For more than 25 years, QCA has played a pivotal role in fueling entrepreneurship across the region and beyond. What began as a small network has grown into a community of more than 220 members across 25 states, bringing together experienced entrepreneurs, operators, and executives who actively support founders with both capital and strategic guidance. QCA Ventures builds on this legacy by offering a more efficient investment model. Through a structured vehicle, members gain access to a diversified portfolio of curated early-stage opportunities, supported by disciplined diligence and professional management. This approach enables faster decision-making, broader participation, and more consistent support for portfolio companies. To date, QCA Ventures has directly invested over $130 million in more than 120 portfolio companies. Across these investments, total capital deployed—including contributions from QCA Ventures members, syndication partners, follow-on venture capital funds, and venture debt—exceeds $1 billion. These results reflect both the strength of the network and the ability to attract significant follow-on capital to high-performing companies. At its core, QCA Ventures is driven by a belief that great outcomes start with great people. The organization prioritizes founders who combine vision with execution and values long-term partnerships built on trust, transparency, and shared goals. Members actively engage with portfolio companies, providing mentorship, connections, and strategic insight throughout the growth journey.