Forget Silicon Valley hype. The real economic engine is quietly operating in Northeast Ohio, and it's not a tech unicorn—it's a non-profit. Nortech.org, operating as Team Northeast Ohio, is the region's strategic growth partner, backed by a $19.2M annual budget and 137 employees.

"This isn't a startup chasing clicks—it's a regional powerhouse building the foundation for the next generation of Ohio businesses."

What makes Nortech.org unique is its dual identity. It's simultaneously a public-facing brand (Team Northeast Ohio) and a strategic infrastructure organization. Their blog, careers, and investor pages aren't afterthoughts—they're core components of a regional growth machine. The organization isn't just promoting Northeast Ohio; it's actively building the ecosystem that makes the region viable for tech founders and investors.

• Talent-first strategy: Focusing on the 'people' element of regional growth
• Innovation ecosystems: Building infrastructure for startup success
• Affordability as competitive advantage: Selling Ohio's cost benefits
• Multi-channel engagement: From social media to investor relations