A full service VC firm that specializes in alternative investments in new emerging markets (e.g. Economy 2.0, Web 3.0, Manufacturing 4.0, the Silver Tsunami, Robotics, AI, Crypto, Biotech, Fintech, and new categories of real estate - Airbnb, Residential Assisted Living (RAL), eco-communities, tiny homes, etc.). We also help other qualified individuals do the same. We show prequalified individuals how to invest in deals like we do, and through our private partner programs we can allow vetted individuals to invest in deals with us. In addition, Blue Logic Capital continuously buys and holds numerous commercial real estate properties as a long term wealth building strategy.

Design, build, and operate luxury boutique Residential Assisted Living (RAL) and Memory Care homes around the world. They are large private mansions, in exclusive neighborhoods, built for wealthy seniors that need assistance, staffed with top notch healthcare, and 5-star hospitality services. The 12,000+ sq.ft. luxury Feng Shui designed homes are purpose-built to enhance the lives of the 16 residents, each with their own private master suite, fireplace, chandelier and spa bath. We provide the finest personalized health & memory care available, with over 14 therapies offered in-home through our on-site Longevity Center, all served with gourmet meals and 5-star hospitality. Through our ancillary services programs, we also offer a wide range of outpatient therapies, home healthcare, gourmet meal delivery, personalized living/housekeeping services, and even in-home hospice services to other seniors living in the areas surrounding our luxury communities.

Columbus Startup Magazine is the voice of the startup scene in Central Ohio. We believe every startup has a story, and we want to share it with the local community and beyond. Our mission is to discover, create and connect the greater entrepreneurial community in Columbus by featuring articles, events and resources, by and for startup businesses and their founders. Columbus Startup Magazine is the conduit for advertisers to directly connect with the startup community at large. The 88-page magazine includes a business resource directory, business-building sections featuring companies who have excelled at various phases of their business models, infographics, “how-to” articles, editorial columns by key influencers in the Columbus startup community and even some techy cartoons for a little humor.

"Helping Entrepreneurs Achieve Their Full Potential"As an Senior Business Consultant, Tom Manning and his team of marketing, sales and performance experts work with clients to accelerate growth and maximize profits. Using LEAN and AGILE tactics, we consult, implement and provide training on strategic planning, innovation, new business development, marketing, branding, and sales in order to increase revenue streams for clients. Tom has a proven track record for increasing client revenue streams, improving company performance and dramatically increasing value for stakeholders.

Over 80,000 sf at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, we offer an exciting and engaging 3-day “EXPO” environment for business-minded individuals to find the resources, team and inspiration they need to move forward with their dream of building wealth via Pitching a Startup Idea, Starting a Business, Buying a Business, or Buying a Franchise.

Investor & strategic advisor for successful luxury real estate development company. Building beautiful large gated communities and private estates in Central Ohio.

eEvent is an online, self-serve, event registration and ticketing platform to quickly and easily create landing pages and promote your events.

Strategic consultant to help implement new business practices, new marketing services and developing employee training programs. Responsibilities also include: leading the internal and client brainstorming sessions, synthesizing the client needs, analytic data and consumer insights, developing and delivering presentations, creating effective client marketing campaigns and interactive media programs.

Strategic business consulting to help entrepreneurs launch their ideas, including business plan development & financing. Advising new businesses on formation of corporations and the proper business processes in-order to match those looking for capital with potential Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors.

Launched & scaled highly successful, multi-million dollar, fine-quality home remodeling company through an acquisition of a popular remodeler in Columbus, Ohio. Tom tripled sales within the first year of acquisition by developing a unique sales process, and improved profit margins by 15% by implementing a new business systems to track all time and materials. Plus, we were the first to offer in-home design services, which led to an incredible 80% closing ratio! We built fine craftsmanship bathrooms, kitchens, basements, garages, decks and more. Over 400 past clients.

Emerging Marketing utilized a strategic approach and innovative technologies to deliver targeted marketing, advertising, sales and educational tools that improve the sales cycle and generate revenue for fortune 500 clients.

After selling my interactive ad agency to Application Link, I was retained for 2 years to help in the transition to build a fully integrated IT design firm. I led cross-functional teams to develop robust interactive websites and IT programs for large clients. Developed new business opportunities in healthcare, government and education. Responsible for all software interface designs, and end-user training materials. Also responsible for creative marketing campaigns and trade shows.

Immediately after the Internet became public, I launched Liquid Media, an interactive advertising agency offering full design services including: brand identity, web design, print design, direct marketing, advertising, campaign development and media planning. Industries included: Health & Beauty, Real Estate, Arts & Entertainment, and Software. At the peak of the DOT-COM boom, I sold the company to Application Link Incorporated.

Set-up, launched and staffed 2 departments in the Columbus, Ohio location for the worlds largest electronics retail store, The Incredible Universe (a Tandy Corporation concept store). Managed 12 staff members and 3,000 software titles to achieve $3 million in annual revenue.

Conducted market research, and competitive analysis for Fortune 500 clients. I also led a skunkworks team to design new integrated learning environments in the public school system.