Awesome Inc
AcceleratorLexington Β· Pre-SeedβSeed
Investment thesis
Awesome Inc operates with a give-first mentality to support entrepreneurs and technology businesses, primarily in Kentucky and surrounding regions. The organization invests through its dedicated fund while also providing accelerator services, workspace facilities, and business development resources to help startups succeed. The firm aims to develop Lexington as a hub for technology and entrepreneurial activity.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
What they invest in
from 9 of 10 portfolio companiesFintech Γ4Impact & Social Good Γ2SaaS Γ2Advanced Manufacturing Γ1AgTech Γ1Cloud Computing Γ1Hardware Γ1InsurTech Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ5
Portfolio companies Β· 10 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeZoho Sites is a no-code website builder with a drag-and-drop visual editor, customizable templates, subsites, mega menus, built-in SEO tools, and website hosting with SSL and security features.
Cloud ComputingMarketing TechSaaS
A wealth management and investing service (J.P.
FintechNew York, US
Co-investorsJ.P. Morgan Cazenove
Commerce Lexington is a chamber of commerce and economic development organization serving businesses in the nine-county Central Kentucky region.
Impact & Social GoodLexington, US
DB Virtual Accounting is a virtual accounting firm that provides bookkeeping, financial reporting, and advisory services to small business owners.
FintechSaaS
First Southern National Bank is a community bank offering banking services and financial literacy resources, including financial coaching, to its local communities.
Fintech
Forcht Group of Kentucky is a diversified holding company comprising roughly 86 businesses across community banking, property/casualty and life insurance, radio broadcasting, print and digital media, and retail furniture and gifts.
FintechInsurTechMedia & EntertainmentLexington, US
Harper Industries designs and manufactures equipment for agricultural and property maintenance use, serving customers such as farmers, ranchers, and builders through a family of product brands.
Advanced ManufacturingAgTechHardware
The Marksbury Family Foundation is a philanthropic organization that funds and partners with non-profit organizations pursuing projects aimed at sustainable growth for individuals, communities, and local economies.
Impact & Social Good
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Chase Β· foxbusiness.com Β· Aug 21, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Awesome Inc made?
- Awesome Inc has 10 tracked investments.
- What stage does Awesome Inc invest at?
- Awesome Inc invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Awesome Inc focus on?
- Awesome Inc focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Awesome Inc located?
- Awesome Inc is headquartered in Lexington, US.
Media Β· Podcasts & interviews
from their channelJustin DeWitt presents MotorVision | 5 Across Finals TV Episode 2026
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Chris Wiedmar presents Hogshead | 5 Across Finals TV Episode 2026
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Jen Hartmann presents Pitch Please | 5 Across Finals TV Episode 2026
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Ben Reno-Weber presents Essential Innovations | 5 Across Finals TV Episode 2026
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Winner Announcement | 5 Across Finals TV Episode 2026
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