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We founded NCV with a single purpose - to have a strategic and positive impact on every startup we invest in and drive strong returns. We do this by providing mentorship, tactical guidance and expertise, capital, and access to our vast network.

The collective expertise of our senior members, boasting over 1000 years of collective experience at marquis companies and in executive leadership roles, is truly exceptional. The best way to describe it is that our team has ‘been there, done that, got a T-shirt!’. That, is the strength of knowledge and expertise at our founders fingertips!

We are thoughtful and active investors, and have devised a thorough review and diligence process so that we can really get under the hood with our founders and make thoughtful, aligned, and impactful capital investments. We are proud to say that we do in fact ‘put our money where our mouth is’ and back our founders from $1 through exit.

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The collective expertise of our senior members, boasting over 1000 years of collective experience at marquis companies and in executive leadership roles, is truly exceptional. The best way to describe it is that our team has ‘been there, done that, got a T-shirt!’. That, is the strength of knowledge and expertise at our founders fingertips!

Our Ethos

We founded NCV with a single purpose - to have a strategic and positive impact on every startup we invest in and drive strong returns. We do this by providing mentorship, tactical guidance and expertise, capital, and access to our vast network. 

 

The collective expertise of our senior members, boasting over 1000 years of collective experience at marquis companies and in executive leadership roles, is truly exceptional. The best way to describe it is that our team has ‘been there, done that, got a T-shirt!’. That, is the strength of knowledge and expertise at our founders fingertips!

 

We are thoughtful and active investors, and have devised a thorough review and diligence process so that we can really get under the hood with our founders and make thoughtful, aligned, and impactful capital investments. We are proud to say that we do in fact ‘put our money where our mouth is’ and back our founders from $1 through exit. 

 

At the end of the day, we are a team that thoroughly enjoys working together. We support each other, we challenge and push each other, and we drive to the best possible outcomes for our collective success. This is the essence of our culture, and is the culture that we bring to our founders and founding teams.  

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Our Ethos

We founded NCV with a single purpose - to have a strategic and positive impact on every startup we invest in and drive strong returns. We do this by providing mentorship, tactical guidance and expertise, capital, and access to our vast network. 

 

The collective expertise of our senior members, boasting over 1000 years of collective experience at marquis companies and in executive leadership roles, is truly exceptional. The best way to describe it is that our team has ‘been there, done that, got a T-shirt!’. That, is the strength of knowledge and expertise at our founders fingertips!

 

We are thoughtful and active investors, and have devised a thorough review and diligence process so that we can really get under the hood with our founders and make thoughtful, aligned, and impactful capital investments. We are proud to say that we do in fact ‘put our money where our mouth is’ and back our founders from $1 through exit. 

 

At the end of the day, we are a team that thoroughly enjoys working together. We support each other, we challenge and push each other, and we drive to the best possible outcomes for our collective success. This is the essence of our culture, and is the culture that we bring to our founders and founding teams. 

Our Ethos

Mission

To have a strategic and positive impact on every startup we invest in by providing mentorship, capital, and leveraging our vast network to create strong returns.

Vision

Leverage the collective expertise of our senior members, boasting over 1,000 years of collective experience, as they assume Board Roles dedicated to propelling the success of the visionary founders and companies we invest in.

Values (already in home page)

A team of active investors who make informed decisions, provide expertise as board members or advisors, uphold the highest integrity and ethics, and enjoy working together.

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GAMMA Program

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On the journey with you
from first $1 through exit.

Our team is fiercely committed to supporting our founders from the very beginning and the very first penny all the way through successful exit. As active investors, we quickly zero in on the guidance, expertise and connections our founders need. We follow a thorough and structured process as we consider investment opportunities that not only ensures alignment with our investment philosophy but also that we can be of value to founders.

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Who We Are

Our Team Players

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Co-Founder

Robert Contri

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Terrie Orourke

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Co-Founder & Managing Member

Chuck Saia

Katie Von Kuhn

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Managing Partner

Chuck Saia

Chuck Saia

How NCV Works

Hear directly from our Executive Director, then apply now!

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Identify Startup

Startups are identified through referrals, applications, or scouting to match NCV's investment focus.

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Pre-Due Diligence

Founders give an initial presentation to a small group, and their pitch materials are reviewed by the Executive Director.

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Founder Presentation

Founders present their pitch to all NCV members, followed by a brief Q&A session.

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Leadership Assessment
and Analysis

Members conduct a detailed assessment of the founder presentation, pitch, and business chemistry.

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Due Diligence

A dedicated team conducts thorough research and discusses their findings to evaluate the startup's potential.

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Invest & Mentor

Founders are paired with an NCV Member to provide strategic and tactical guidance including go-to-market strategy, financials, maximizing value, and potential exits.

Ready to jumpstart your startup journey?

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GAMMA Program

For founders in the idea-testing stage.

Fuel by York IE

Unique, cost-effective access to operational and strategic expertise.

In addition, we make several programs available to our founders to help propel them in their startup journeys. Check out NCV’s Gamma Program and York IE’s FUEL programs to learn more.

NCV's GAMMA Program: Growth Acceleration, Mentorship & Management Assistance for founders in the idea stage.

FUEL by York IE: A unique program with immediate, cost-effective access to strategic and operational expertise.

Founder Programs

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