10-6-25 Ray Leach - The O.H.I.O. Fund
In this conversation, Jim Haviland interviews Ray Leach, a prominent figure in the entrepreneurial community and the head of the Ohio Fund. They discuss the evolution of entrepreneurship in Ohio, the unique approach of the Ohio Fund in investing, and the importance of leadership and mentorship in business. Ray shares insights on the current investment climate in Ohio, the significance of building relationships, and offers advice for younger entrepreneurs.
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- Ray Leach emphasizes the need for a unique approach to building businesses in Ohio.
- The Ohio Fund aims to aggregate capital and invest in diverse sectors across the state.
- Timing and location play crucial roles in the success of investments.
- Leadership is fundamentally about surrounding oneself with capable people.
- Mentorship has been pivotal in Ray's career, particularly from figures like David Morgan Thaler.
- Building trusting relationships with investors is essential for the Ohio Fund's success.
- The next few decades are expected to be prosperous for Ohio's economy.
- Investing in Ohio is becoming more appealing due to its positive business climate.
- Ray encourages reaching out to influential figures for guidance and support.
- Focus on relationships and community is vital for entrepreneurial success.
00:00
Introduction to Ray Leach and the Ohio Fund
Introduction to Ray Leach and the Ohio Fund
02:45
The Evolution of Entrepreneurship in Ohio
The Evolution of Entrepreneurship in Ohio
06:00
Investing in Ohio: A New Approach
Investing in Ohio: A New Approach
08:48
Leadership Insights from Ray Leach
Leadership Insights from Ray Leach
11:55
The Importance of Mentorship
The Importance of Mentorship
14:46
Advice to Younger Entrepreneurs
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Advice to Younger Entrepreneurs
Weekly Impact is sponsored by FirstOS, Build a Great Business from the Start
Creators and Guests
Host
Jim Haviland
Jim Haviland has dedicated decades to pursuing the keys to healthy entrepreneurship. Having owned or led over a dozen entrepreneurial companies himself, (including both successes and a few expensive lessons learned) he is passionate about the power of helping people build a business and in making it easier to avoid the mistakes that end them. Jim gathers his insights and stories from a career that spans an unusual breadth of experiences. As an electrical engineer, he worked on NASA satellites, digital media distribution, and professional audio recording equipment resulting in patents, peer-reviewed research, and medical school curriculum technologies. As a media producer, his work has resulted in Grammys, Oscars, and Emmys. As a technology executive, he has traveled the world working with the world’s best-known brands, presenting to audiences in over 100 cities on innovation and using technology to help organizations do “more and more with less and less forever.” As a business coach, he has helped hundreds of companies and entrepreneurial executives utilize tools and disciplines to build more productive, humane, and resilient organizations. Mr. Haviland is a partner with Impact Architects, a growth advisory firm, where he helps leadership teams develop their business, establish an intentional culture and operating system, and make repeatable progress toward their loftiest goals. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimhaviland/
