About Ode Ventures

At Ode Ventures, we believe that any idea can be a winner — if you have the grit, smarts and determination to see it through. Click an icon to read more about Ode Ventures below: our history, our core values, what we look for in an investment opportunity, and the industries we've explored so far.

Our History

Since 1985, Fred Ode has been at the helm of successful enterprises. He first created two leading national companies in the construction software and services arena — Foundation Software and Payroll4Construction — and he has also developed local businesses that include Columbia Hills Country Club and organizations in the non-profit sector, like The Ode Family Foundation and Education Revolution Association.

After his astronomical success with Foundation Software and Payroll4Construction, Fred formed Ode Ventures with one goal: to help other entrepreneurs achieve their business dreams.

From ambitious young professionals eager to achieve their business goals to seasoned entrepreneurs seeking to scale their companies to meet their lofty visions, our brands run the gamut. With over four decades of experience, knowledge and achievement in the business world, Ode Ventures provides capital, business coaching and marketing expertise to support each brand in achieving its unique goals.

Today, Ode Ventures supports 14 brands across 5 industries — and we're always looking for more opportunities to grow and support other entrepreneurs in achieving their business goals.

If you have a great idea for a new business or need help scaling your company, we'd love to hear from you!


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Our Pillars

Ode Ventures is formed around investing in three central tenets:


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People

We believe in people — if we see potential in you, we're in.
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Ideas

We're always on the lookout for the next big thing — and know that the next great idea can come from anyone.
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Hope

Fred's whole empire is built on his successful pursuit of his hopes — now he's ready to help others chase theirs.

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What We Look for in Investments

Drive. Grit. Determination. Great ideas are fantastic, but without the tenacity to see it through, even the best idea will remain just the pipe dream of an armchair entrepreneur.

We love the next big thing — we're always looking ahead to position Ode Ventures and our investment companies for the future. But more than anything, we look for a bulldog, someone who can champion their product/service and make others see their vision — and make them want to buy in.

Does this sound like you? Contact us and tell us more!


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Our Industries

Investment Brands by Industry

The industries our portfolio currently spans are below. Don't see your business's or idea's industry represented below? Let us know anyway — we're always open to discussion about new opportunities.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

New Pathways logo
Stella Luna logo
Orlando Resorts Spine and Body logo
Enbody logo

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

CMIT Solutions logo
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Payroll4Construction logo
Foundation Software logo

AUTOMOTIVE

On Track Automotive logo
Underground Customs logo

RECREATION

Columbia Hills logo

NON-PROFIT

Ode Family Foundation logo
ERA logo (Education Revolution Association logo)