Navigating Founders
to Prosperity
Navigating founders to prosperity with our AI compass. We combine venture capital with full-stack AI consulting to help businesses harness the power of artificial intelligence.
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Riding the crest
of the wave
Ocean Crest Ventures is a capital source and community platform designed to identify and scale innovative ideas. We target unique opportunities with exceptional founders in substantial markets, leveraging extensive networks to enhance EBITDA and create consistent income streams.
The desire for social impact and human capital are meshing with technology. In this transformational period, you are either riding the crest of the wave or being drowned by it. Our transformative purpose involves identifying, inspiring and educating entrepreneurs seeking positive change.
High-value opportunities in substantial markets
Exceptional founders building the future
Documented positive change across communities
Strategic guidance from industry-leading operators
An impressive
track record
Ocean Crest Ventures enjoys an impressive Private Equity & Private Credit track record, leveraging extensive networks to identify unique and compelling investment options.
Guided by the best
Our advisory board brings decades of experience across finance, technology, healthcare, law, and philanthropy.
Nick Briere
CEO, NextMinds
Co-founder of the National Invention Convention, dedicated to improving invention and entrepreneurship opportunities for youth nationwide.
Warrick Dunn
Founder, Warrick Dunn Charities
Former NFL running back and three-time Pro Bowler. His charity has helped 185 single-parent families achieve homeownership.
Wendy Guillies
Retired CEO, Kauffman Foundation
Led the Kauffman Foundation as CEO for eight years. Instrumental in launching Global Entrepreneurship Week, now in 180+ countries.
David Karp
Co-Founder, Cresset Capital
25+ years in wealth strategy. Ranked #7 nationally on Barron's Top 100 Independent Advisors list in 2025.
Full stack AI for
your business
End-to-end AI capabilities — from strategy and data infrastructure to custom model development and deployment.
- AI Strategy & Roadmapping
- Custom Model Development
- Data Infrastructure & Pipeline
- AI-Powered Product Development
- Process Automation
- AI Training & Enablement
It all begins
with an idea
Whether you are launching a new business, developing a hobby into a full-time venture, or sharing your creative project with the world, we want to hear from you.
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