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Thursday, March 11, 2010

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Event inquiries should be directed to Marketing at ask@jumpstartinc.org or phone 216.363.3400.

EDGE Distinguished Business Author Series Thursday, March 11, 2010 Doubletree Hotel, Independence

What understanding of entrepreneurship do we need now more than ever? Larry Robertson will answer that question and more in his presentation as part of the EDGE Distinguished Business Author Series.

Angels Changing Their Wings Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Four Points Sheraton North, Mars, PA

Angel investors have a new attitude when it comes to providing funding for Life Sciences and Bio-Tech startups. Join TiE for a panel discussion featuring angel investors from Cleveland and Pittsburgh as well as entrepreneurs who have gone to the mountain and came down with some dollars.

Advanced Energy – A New Opportunity for Appalachian Business Growth Friday, March 5, 2010 Marietta College, Marietta

An unprecedented wealth of business opportunities related to advanced energy now exists in the heart of Appalachia. Join TechGROWTH Ohio and the Consortium for Energy, Economics and the Environment (CE3) at “Advanced Energy – A New Opportunity for Appalachian Business Growth,” for the largest assembly of resources related to the business of advanced energy in this region.

AdVentures: Small Business Forum Friday, March 5, 2010 Corporate College East, Cleveland

Ad-Ventures is a one-day program which will bring together small business managers, aspiring entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and state and local government. This program will explore resources to develop an environment to create jobs for small business, prepare aspiring entrepreneurs for success, and improve the quality of life in our region.

Advance 20|30 Website Weekend Friday, February 26 - Sunday, February 28, 2010 LeanDog Software, Cleveland

The 20/30 Club is hosting an unprecedented weekend event this February. Scores of web developers, programmers, graphic designers and other passionate members of the community are coming together to build a website for the Cleveland Professional 20/30 Club. At the end of the weekend, the new site will debut.

NIH SBIR Funding & Application Update Webinar Thursday, February 25, 2010 Online

BioOhio is pleased to host Kay Etzler of the NIH SBIR/STTR Program's Office of Extramural Programs to review important changes to the NIH SBIR Funding & Application process.

Venture Capital Summit V: 2020 Vision Thursday, February 25, 2010 Corporate College East, Cleveland

The Ohio Venture Association will host its 5th annual Venture Capital Summit featuring a keynote address by Dave Berkus, Founder and President of Berkus Technology Ventures LLC, as well as multiple panels on entrepreneurship and investing.

Extending the Runway: Building Better Boards Thursday, February 25, 2010 Corporate College East, Cleveland

JumpStart is pleased to announce that Dave Berkus, who brings decades of experience as a venture capitalist and technology entrepreneur, will lead the next Growing Bright Ideas seminar with a discussion on startup governance.

The Power of Small Business Networking Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Hudson Library, Hudson

Break out of the island that is your small business and share your stories, ideas, needs, and advice with other similarly stranded entrepreneurs at Hudson Library & Historical Society’s first-ever entrepreneurship networking event.

Ohio Third Frontier Campaign Meeting Tuesday, February 23, 2010 Holiday Inn, Independence

Recently, Ohio legislators voted to place a $700 million, four year renewal of the Ohio Third Frontier Program on the May 2010 ballot. This latest development is great news for the future of Ohio's high tech economy. A campaign to raise awareness about Ohio Third Frontier will be ramping up around the state to help ensure the bond issue is successfully passed by Ohio voters in May.

Stark County Entrepreneur Week Monday, February 22 - Friday, February 26, 2010 The University Center, North Canton

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Kent State University Stark is proud to announce its first annual Stark County Entrepreneur Week. This event-filled week will provide opportunities for all entrepreneurs and feature keynote addresses by Dan Gilbert, founder of Quicken Loans and majority owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Ray Leach, CEO of JumpStart.

Re-Inventing Small Business in Appalachia Friday, February 19, 2010 Ohio University, Ironton

Starting a small business begins with an enthusiastic innovator’s idea. But the long road from idea to market presents many challenges. Join TechGROWTH Ohio in Ironton to ignite the spark and simplify the path to commercialization. This unprecedented event is part of a month-long series of seminars.

Cleveland Entrepreneur's Club February Meeting Thursday, February 18, 2010 Insivia, Cleveland

Cleveland Entrepreneur's Club welcomes speaker Thom Ruhe, Director of Entrepreneurship for the Kauffman Foundation, to its February meeting.

Growing Northeast Ohio’s High-Tech Economy with NorTech’s Rebecca Bagley Wednesday, February 17, 2010 Hudson Library, Hudson

Rebecca O. Bagley, President and CEO of NorTech, the Northeast Ohio Technology Coalition, will discuss “Growing Northeast Ohio’s High-Tech Economy.”

ICIC's CEO Series: Negotiating with Potential Investors - Webinar Wednesday, February 17, 2010 Online

Do you know what to expect when you are negotiating with a potential investor? How do you determine if an investor is the right fit for your company? Learn all you need to know about the due diligence process and courting potential investors.

Trends Affecting Small Business with Anita Campbell Wednesday, February 3, 2010 Hudson Library, Hudson

The nationally respected and oft-quoted authority on emerging trends in small business, Anita Campbell, will offer her insights into the trends driving today’s small business market in a presentation at the Hudson Library & Historical Society.

Building Your Business with Your Exit in Mind – 50 Strategies to Unlock Value in Your Company Tuesday, February 2, 2010 MAGNET, Cleveland

Presented by a business professional that has worked with hundreds of business owners transitioning their companies, this presentation is geared for any existing or future business owner that is looking for ideas to create value in their company. Come to hear "real-world" examples of how business owners have been both successful and unsuccessful in how they handled their exit.

Supplier Opportunities for Clean Coal, Nuclear, Advanced Energy & Defense Thursday, January 28, 2010 Youngstown Business Incubator, Youngstown

Nancy Horton, Project Manager for Energy Industries Ohio (EIO), will speak on the development of Ohio’s advanced materials supplier base for clean coal, nuclear power, advanced energy, and defense applications.

TheFunded.com's Founder Showcase Thursday, January 14, 2010 Crowne Plaza Hotel, Palo Alto, CA

TheFunded.com's Founder Showcase is an open startup pitch and networking event that highlights the newest cutting-edge businesses and helps innovators gain traction among the Silicon Valley elite.

How to Sell Your Products & Services to Federal, State & Local Government Agencies Tuesday, January 12, 2010 Hudson Library, Hudson

Learn how to do business with the largest and growing buyer of products in the world, the United States government and state and local government agencies, at a workshop featuring Rich Delisio of the Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC) of Ohio.

Alternative Energy Gala Wednesday, December 16, 2009 Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland

The MIT Club of Northeast Ohio is proud to announce a gala dinner and lecture by MIT Professor Ernest Moniz. He will be speaking on how we can use alternative energy to tackle the world's energy problems.

Third Frontier RFP Readiness Workshop Tuesday, December 15, 2009 TechColumbus

The Ohio Third Frontier will issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) in December for Biomedical Program Grants. Once the RFP issues, you will have only a short time to write your proposal...are you ready?

Understanding Your Founder's Stock: What You Must Know Tuesday, December 15, 2009 JumpStart First Floor Conference Room, Cleveland

JumpStart's first seminar of the second Growing Bright Ideas Lunch Series brings you Larry Albukerk, a California-based serial entrepreneur and leading expert in founders equity.

Biomass to Energy: An Emerging Industry Monday, December 14, 2009 Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland

On Monday, December 14th, NorTech's Advanced Energy Speaker Series will present a discussion on "Biomass to Energy: An Emerging Industry."

Lake County Certification Workshop Thursday, December 10, 2009 Lakeland Community College, Kirtland, OH

Businesses from Lorain, Cuyahoga, Lake, and Summit counties are encouraged to attend the Certification Workshop that the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) is presenting on December 10th.

Book Launch Party for "Immigrant Inc." Monday, December 7, 2009 Speakeasy Lounge, Cleveland

Immigrants and their friends from throughout Northeast Ohio will gather at an Ohio City nightclub Monday, December 7th, to welcome a book that tells their success story.

Growing Your High Potential Company: A Workshop on How to Prepare for Investors Friday, December 4, 2009 Mt. Zion Congregational Church, Cleveland

JumpStart, in partnership with the Christian Business League, is bringing you a Special Edition of the "Faith and Finance Breakfast" with Darrin Redus, JumpStart Inclusion Advisors President.

Transforming the Landscape of Business in America: A Minority Business Early-Stage Capital Summit Thursday, December 3, 2009 Bank of America Conference Center, Intercontinental Hotel at Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland

This event is brought to you by JumpStart, in partnership with the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City, The Marathon Club, The Institute for Entrepreneurial Thinking, The Presidents' Council, and other regional/national partners, to educate entrepreneurs on successful strategies for raising equity capital to grow larger scale businesses.

Mid-Atlantic SBIR/STTR Conference Monday, November 30, 2009 - Wednesday, December 2, 2009 Waterfront Place Hotel, West Virginia

The 2009 Mid-Atlantic SBIR/STTR Conference will bring together federal agencies, entrepreneurs, small companies, large companies, researchers, colleges and universities, venture capitalists and angel investors, federal laboratory, and university representatives, as well as experts who provide assistance to or have an interest in doing business with ventures at various maturity levels.

Cleveland Startup Weekend Friday, November 20, 2009 - Sunday, November 22, 2009 The Idea Center at Playhouse Square, Cleveland

A Special Startup Weekend in conjunction with Global Entrepreneurship Week is coming to you this month! It is a 54-hour startup event that provides the networking, resources, and incentives needed for individuals and teams to go from idea to launch.

MIT Club of Northeast Ohio: Alternative Energy Company Formation Wednesday, November 18, 2009 Cleveland Skating Club, Shaker Heights

A panel of guest speakers from NorTech, JumpStart, and Tucker Ellis & West will be present to discuss how to get alternative energy companies off the ground in Northeast Ohio.

Street Fighter Marketing for Manufacturers Tuesday, November 17, 2009 The Club at Kay Center, Cleveland

WIRE-Net invites you to attend a special program that will sharpen your 'street fighting' skills to bring new business, customers, and profits to your manufacturing company.

Small Business Tax Workshop Saturday, November 14, 2009 Hudson Library, Hudson

The intricacies of both federal and state tax filings for small businesses will be addressed at the Small Business Tax Workshop on Saturday, November 14th at the Hudson Library & Historical Society as part of its Fall 2009 Entrepreneurship Series.

Crain's Cleveland Business Breakfast Series Wednesday, November 11, 2009 Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland

Discover how our region’s business incubators are assisting entrepreneurial companies with their innovative spectrum of business support by attending the Breakfast Seminar Series.

Northwest Ohio's Inaugural VentureTech Wednesday, November 11 - Friday, November 13, 2009 Hilton Garden Inn, Toledo

VentureTech is much more than just a venture fair. You'll have three days of networking, learning, and exploring everything from technology to wealth creation. Entrepreneurship begins here. 

China: Collaboration Opportunities in Developing and Deploying Advanced Energy Tuesday, November 10, 2009 The City Club, Cleveland

The Cleveland Council on World Affairs, The Cleveland Foundation, and NorTech present Dr. Zhao Gang on 'China: Collaboration Opportunities in Developing and Deploying Advanced Energy.'

Entrepreneurship Extravaganza Thursday, November 5, 2009 - Friday, November 6, 2009 Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation, Kent

Learn from experienced entrepreneurs about launching at accelerating your business on November 5th and 6th and Kent State University's fourth annual Entrepreneurship Extravaganza!

CFA Career Day: Cleveland Thursday, November 5, 2009 Downtown Marriott, Cleveland

The CFA Society of Cleveland is very excited to be co-hosting the upcoming CFA Career Day: Cleveland with the CFA Institute. The purpose for this is not only to invite you and your membership to attend the full program and/or the networking reception, but also to provide some information about the CFA Society of Cleveland.

Funding Continuum for the Healthcare StartUp Thursday, November 5, 2009 Healthspace Auditorium, Cle