We work with local economies to create broad-based prosperity. Quickly. Effectively. With results. With impact.
ABOUT US
We are a team of professionals schooled in growth, with practical experience growing companies and growing regions. With academic experience at Harvard, Columbia, and Babson. With practical experience in large corporations such as American Express and DSW. With hands-on investment experience in venture capital and angel investing. With development experience in North America, LATAM, MENA, and other regions.
From Harvard, Babson, & Columbia.
From American Express and DSW.
Experience in economies such as Brazil, Colombia, Israel, Panama, Saudi Arabia, USA, Trinidad & Tobago, and more.
Visible impact in weeks.
Impact that scales for years.
The Scale Up ecosystems help make that growth possible. We have been developing our programs for more than 15 years. Our methodology has been proven to drive growth in local economies across the world, many times.
We’ve worked with over 500 companies to create economic growth in regions worldwide.
The Scalerator program has been delivered in 30+ cohorts, producing rapid company growth.
We’ve implemented programs in 5+ distinct regions including LATAM, North America, MENA, and beyond.
HOW WE HELP
Our Master Program equips economic development teams with a proven methodology to launch bold, practical growth initiatives across their region.
We unite public, financial, education and business leaders in structured workshops to align strategy and build practical, results-driven growth plans.
Our Scalerator program, delivered 30+ times, proves rapid growth is possible through six-month cohorts that generate measurable impact—here and now.
If a tree falls in forest.... Our communication programs ensure that new growth has a broad impact by inspiring and communicating know how and resources.
PROVEN METHODOLOGY
We have developed proven programs to help your local economy grow.
A six-month intensive cohort program for growth-stage companies ready to scale rapidly. We guide teams through real challenges, refine strategy, and execute plans that produce measurable outcomes and sustained momentum.
A six-week remote course that teaches economic development teams how to use the Scale Up toolkit and methodology to run their own regional growth initiatives with confidence and clarity.
A three-month program bringing local leaders, investors, and community groups into workshops to assess ecosystem assets, identify gaps, and create an aligned plan to support scaling companies in your region.
Practical training that helps scaling companies and regional leaders communicate their value clearly, tell compelling stories, and build stronger connections with investors, customers, and stakeholders to support growth.
WORKING PROCESS
We start by understanding your region's strengths, gaps, and the companies ready to scale. This gives us a clear picture of where to focus.
We bring together leaders, investors, and community groups to build a shared vision and coordinated plan for supporting growth.
We implement structured programs that deliver measurable results—whether it's training teams, accelerating companies, or activating your ecosystem.
FEATURED SCALE UP PROJECTS
Manizales-Mas is the world’s first full-blown entrepreneurship ecosystem project and has been presented at Harvard, MIT, the World Economic Forum, and the Scale Up Institute. Launched in 2010, Manizales-Mas is a dynamic and forceful coalition of over 15 local and national institutions who, with the professional leadership of our team and other experts from Babson College and elsewhere, have created a culture of growth. Thousands of new jobs, dozens of new investments, hundreds of new export contracts and a new dynamism and pride have swept Manizales, making it a model for emulation throughout Colombia and Latin America. Key partners include the Luker Foundation, Autonoma University of Manizales, and the Manizales Chamber of Commerce (as well as others).
In 2019 we launched Scale Up Trinidad & Tobago (SUTT) which to date has consisted of five cohorts of Scalerator T&T, supported by Unit Trust Corporation and the Ministry of Trade and Industry. To date (end of 2025) 55 companies representing TT$850 million in revenue and 1,000+ employees have participated.
Four cohorts of over 55 growing companies in Scalerator Northeast Ohio have, since 2016, created tremendous growth with over $300 million in economic activity that is scaling up. Companies come from Akron, Youngstown, and Greater Cleveland and have included construction firms, food equipment makers, acoustics designers, an elderly day care franchise, and even a leading active shooter training firm. Key partners include the Burton D. Morgan Foundation and the Richard J. Fasenmyer Foundation.
We bring more than advice—we bring a proven system. Our Scale Up methodology has guided regions and companies through real growth for more than a decade. When you work with us, you get structure, experience, and a partner committed to your success.
We've worked with 500+ companies and helped generate more than $300 million in economic activity.
Our tested approach aligns stakeholders and delivers measurable outcomes.
We work at both levels—helping individual companies scale while strengthening the ecosystems around.
Our Master Program, Scalerator, and Stakeholder Activation Process produce real results.
