Pre-Seed Fund
Snapshot of Common Characteristics
CI seeks technology-based companies based in Connecticut or willing to move here. We look for innovators in our core areas of expertise: bioscience, IT, clean tech, photonics and advanced materials. While we’re flexible when evaluating a potential partner, we also look for:

Company History
Companies in operation for less than seven years.

Focus on Innovation
Companies currently developing a technology.

Financial Status
Non-recurring revenue from non-grant sources of less than $2 million.

Primary Location
At least 50 percent of employees in Connecticut.

Workforce Requirement
Fewer than 25 employees.

Additional Support
Companies that can meet a 50 percent match requirement.
funding amount
Up to $150,000 for pre-seed expenses.
We require at least a 50 percent match from private sources.
contact us
Tamyra Davis
tamyra.davis@ctinnovations.com
860.258.7858
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