Our Story

DCN is a unique company. We combine the in-depth development and commercialization experience of our team with our extensive networks of innovators, developers and investors.

Founded in 2002, DCN is a spin-off from regional private equity firm Edge Development Capital. As DCN, our company provides ongoing association management services to partners including the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) and the National Association of Seed and Venture Funds (NASVF).

Since inception, DCN has rapidly expanded to build problem-solving organizations and entrepreneurial networks. In 2002, DCN created the World's Best Technologies Showcase (WBTshowcase) and helped to launch the Latin American Venture Capital Association (LAVCA).

As an approved GSA contractor on the MOBIS Schedule, DCN established its SBIR/STTR Commercialization Planning Program for National Science Foundation Phase I grantees in 2006.

In addition to these partners, we engage with many other associations and entrepreneurial networks as well as government and development agencies. We seek relationships with organizations that share our values and strive to grow local, regional and international economies.

Along the way, we have built a reputation as a responsive and innovative company with technical expertise, integrity, and genuine commitment to our partners' missions.

Our networks, our team – that's the DCN Difference.