Get To Know Us
Welcome to QStart Labs—where your startup doesn't just launch, it soars. We're not just techies, we're entrepreneurs committed to fueling your journey to success.
The Long Road To Succes
Our Journey
Since our inception in 2008, QStart Labs has been dedicated to revolutionizing the startup landscape. We started as the “tech team” for NCT Ventures in Columbus, Ohio, and quickly became recognized for our pioneering work in 'intelligent expert systems.' With our assistance, portfolio companies thrived, experiencing higher success rates and reduced tech costs, enabling them to focus on business growth. In 2016, we bought out NCT Ventures and became 100% owners of our destiny. We quickly created a team 'ownership pool,' to ensure our team is focused on our startup’s success and have been on an upward trajectory ever since. Now, as we venture further into 2023 and beyond, we're expanding our team and startup portfolio, actively seeking startups poised to harness the transformative power of AI.
Our Purpose Drives Us
Our Mission and Vision
We're on a mission to forge a seamless bridge between technology and business. Our vision is providing an environment where startup founders are supported by a team that goes beyond "just the tech".
We believe in a partnership that's fully in tune with your objectives, akin to, or even surpassing, the dedication of a co-founder. Why? Because our success is intricately tied to yours. We're committed to providing founder-friendly options and insightful guidance, being your steadfast ally, and elevating your startup on its path to success
See It For Yourself
We Get Results!
We've transformed startups into success stories. Explore our impressive track record, where ambition meets achievement. Need evidence? We've got plenty!
"QStart put us on the path for growth."
Steve Hartono, VP Operations
"I feel I am in very good hands for our future projects!"
BJ Yurkovich, CTO
"We highly recommend QStart Labs!"
Orville C. Lynch, Jr., Founder / Managing Partner
"Exceptional to work with!"
Jack Tucker, Owner
"QStart Labs is the first technology company that actually aligns their interest to us as investors."
Rich Langdale, Managing Partner
"QStart Labs main focus is creating an application that's "revenue ready" from Day One. "
David Ranallo, Founder
"Great Job QStart Labs team!"
David Fischer, President
"QStart never fails to go above and beyond their contractual duties!"
Mike Boyd, Founder
"The partnership with QStart was like no other!"
Michael Butler, President
"A Great Partner!"
Nick Braun, Founder
"I am confident t.at I make the right choice "
Jennifer Boese, Founder
" Great Team! I would highly recommend."
Tony Somers, COO
"QStart has proven time and time again that we made the right decision."
Jon Barnes, COO
"They *%$#@ ROCK!"
Demetrius Curry, Founder
"Start's solid reputation is based on their experience, expertise and integrity."
Mark Sullivan, Tax Consultant
"Kevin, Kipp and Jeff's expertise helped create a clear vision..."
Wayne Henry, Director of Marketing
"True Problem Solving Team!"
Timmy McCarthy, President
"Unique focus on helping investors and their portfolio companies succeed."
Marianne Hudson, Executive Director
"They definitely are professionals and experts in their field."
Amy Szabo, Director of Development
"We highly recommend QStart Labs!"
Orville C. Lynch, Jr., Founder / Managing Partner
"The partnership with QStart was like no other!"
Michael Butler, President
"QStart has proven time and time again that we made the right decision."
Jon Barnes, COO
"Kevin, Kipp and Jeff's expertise helped create a clear vision..."
Wayne Henry, Director of Marketing
"I feel I am in very good hands for our future projects!"
BJ Yurkovich, CTO
"QStart Labs is the first technology company that actually aligns their interest to us as investors."
Rich Langdale, Managing Partner
" Great Team! I would highly recommend."
Tony Somers, COO
"They *%$#@ ROCK!"
Demetrius Curry, Founder
"Exceptional to work with!"
Jack Tucker, Owner
"QStart never fails to go above and beyond their contractual duties!"
Mike Boyd, Founder
"QStart Labs main focus is creating an application that's "revenue ready" from Day One. "
David Ranallo, Founder
"Start's solid reputation is based on their experience, expertise and integrity."
Mark Sullivan, Tax Consultant
"They definitely are professionals and experts in their field."
Amy Szabo, Director of Development
"True Problem Solving Team!"
Timmy McCarthy, President
"I am confident t.at I make the right choice "
Jennifer Boese, Founder
"A Great Partner!"
Nick Braun, Founder
"Unique focus on helping investors and their portfolio companies succeed."
Marianne Hudson, Executive Director
"QStart put us on the path for growth."
Steve Hartono, VP Operations
"Great Job QStart Labs team!"
David Fischer, President
Even Aliens Love QStart Labs
Meet Our Team
If aliens land tomorrow, they'll want to chat with our team first. We're a savvy bunch with heaps of experience and a treasure trove of patents, awards, and epic stories. We've been in the digital game since day one, and while we're not into bragging, a little online sleuthing goes a long way. Or better yet, let's meet in person—we're even more charming face-to-face!
Ben Wallace
Software Engineer
Ben Wallace
Partner, Serial entrepreneur, Constructor. Seeker. Builder. Juggler. Rebuilder. Groove Master
Jeff Lamb
Nerd
Jeff Lamb
Partner, Serial entrepreneur, Nerd, Guru. Visionary. Leader. Geek. Doer. Thinker. Rockstar
Kipp Abbott
Creative Director / Project Management
Kipp Abbott
Creative Director, Leader. Forecaster. Facilitator. Explainer. Rainmaker. Organizer.
Paul Sabatino
Software Architect
Paul Sabatino
Solver. Decoder. Maker. Thinker. Cook. Resource.
Vicki Wettrich
Project Management
Vicki Wettrich
Communicator. Presenter. Expert. Contributor. Interface. Trainer.
Mike Purcell
Digital Marketing
Mike Purcell
Planner. Wizard. Converter. Optimizer. Strategizer.
Shelley McLain
Finance
Shelley McLain
Herder. Protector. Beancounter. Organizer. Traveler.
Dan Shinton
Software Architect
Dan Shinton
Shepherd. Creator. Coach. Challenger. Artisan, Theologian.
Bud Bedrejko
Systems Overlord
Bud Bedrejko
Genius. Quant. Cruncher. Dreamer. Solver. Crowdsurfer.
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