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JumpStart EventsEvents are a great way for entrepreneurs to learn, build their networks and have a little fun. Their growing presence in Northeast Ohio reflects our active and dynamic entrepreneurial community. We, along with our partners in the ecosystem, host activities that encourage and educate entrepreneurs, from social networking to intensive workshops. Check our listing of events often to see what’s happening or sign up for one of our email newsletters.


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LCCC | STEM Summer Camp

June 11-21, 2013

Lorain County Community College will host summer camps for young women interested in learning more about careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.


Global Cleveland | Cleveland Biomedical Online Job Fair

June 17-21, 2013

The Cleveland Biomedical Job Fair is a web-based event that aggregates regional biomedical companies into one online resource, making it easier for job seekers to browse and apply for positions. This online virtual job fair is industry specific for individuals and companies in the biomedical space.


University of Akron | Success Seminars: Secrets to a Successful Business

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

These workshops are designed for those who are ready to increase revenue and awareness through entrepreneurship, engagement and passion.


What Matters To Metros | Warren/Youngstown Community Forum

Thursday, June 20, 2013

What Matters to Metros™ can serve civic leaders in metros throughout the United States, but the research bears specific implications for the four largest metropolitan areas in Northeast Ohio: Akron, Canton, Cleveland and Youngstown.


TechPint

Thursday, June 20, 2013

A mini-tech conference for Cleveland. In a bar. With pints. TechPint will feature speakers that will shake things up for you and give you a chance to see how fellow innovators are progressing with new ventures. Pints will be flowing freely, and undoubtedly new ideas and connections, too.


ICCC Cleveland | 2013 Inner City Capital Connections Program **Deadline To Apply**

Friday, June 21, 2013

ICCC is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Inner City Capital Connections program (ICCC) Cleveland. This program is designed to prepare small businesses located in economically distressed urban areas to access to capital and achieve sustainable growth.


LCCC | STEM Summer Camp

June 24-July 3, 2013

Lorain County Community College will host summer camps for young women interested in learning more about careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.


What Matters To Metros | Akron Community Forum

Monday, June 24, 2013

What Matters to Metros™ can serve civic leaders in metros throughout the United States, but the research bears specific implications for the four largest metropolitan areas in Northeast Ohio: Akron, Canton, Cleveland and Youngstown.


The Montrose Group | Earning Your Share of $236M Third Frontier Awards

Monday, June 24, 2013

Learn about three current Third Frontier funding programs making millions of dollars available over the next several months for early-stage companies with products or services nearly ready for the market.


The Incubator at MAGNET | Crowdfunding 101

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Learn more about crowdfunding and determine if it might be a good fit your business, including a review, evaluation and discussion of actual crowdfunding projects.


BioOhio | Summer Social

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

BioOhio's fun summer socials bring Ohio's bioscience players together for networking, talking shop, and putting "faces to names."


Techweek Chicago 2013

Thursday, June 27, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013

Techweek showcases the technology renaissance evolving in Chicago and the midwest.


Braintree Business Development Center | Caffeinated Ideas

Thursday, June 27, 2013

Please join us at the Braintree Business Development Center as we provide an atmosphere and forum where entrepreneurs can test out ideas in front of a group of helpful professionals that represent an array of industries.


Nortech | Stormwater 101: Business to Business

Thursday, June 27, 2013

Companies in the business of stormwater services will present best practices to businesses and organizations looking for onsite stormwater solutions.


NEOSA | Networking Night

Thursday, June 27, 2013

NEOSA networking events are renowned for being energetic, engaging gatherings of tech professionals.


Springboard | Media/Tech 2013 **Deadline To Apply**

Friday, June 28, 2013

Springboard Media/Tech: 2013 knows how you can raise capital to scale BIG. After 13 years of presenting over 500 women-led businesses that have successfully raised more than $5.6B, we've figured out the secret to overcoming the unique hurdles startups face.


NE Ohio Agribusiness Forum | Pillars of Agriculture Literacy

Friday, June 28, 2013

The North East Ohio Agribusiness Breakfast provides a forum for those interested in all aspects of agribusiness to network, share information, leverage assets and engage speakers on subjects of interest to this community.


What Matters To Metros | Cleveland Community Forum

Friday, June 28, 2013

What Matters to Metros™ can serve civic leaders in metros throughout the United States, but the research bears specific implications for the four largest metropolitan areas in Northeast Ohio: Akron, Canton, Cleveland and Youngstown.


Brain Gain Cleveland Project | Pep Rally For Cleveland

Friday, June 28, 2013

At 11:45 a.m. on Friday, June 28, the Brain Gain Cleveland Project is teaming up with the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association to host a celebration of Cleveland on the floor of Quicken Loans Arena.


MedCity Media | Converge 2013

July 9-10, 2013

MedCity CONVERGE provides the most accurate picture of the future of medical innovation by gathering decision-makers from every sector to debate the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.


OAI | Aerospace Capital Forum

Tuesday, July 09, 2013

You are cordially invited to attend the 2013 OAI Aerospace Capital Forum, with featured keynote speaker, Pierre Chao, managing partner and co-founder of Renaissance Strategic Advisors.


Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College | Fostering Entrepreneurial Business Education

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Every Wednesday, beginning July 10, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College, a free networking group will meet.


Team NEO | 2013 Economic Development Plus Awards

Thursday, July 11, 2013

The Team NEO Economic Development Plus Awards program is committed to recognizing organizations that have made a creative, significant contribution to the economic development of the Cleveland Plus region.


Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College | Fostering Entrepreneurial Business Education

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Every Wednesday, beginning July 10, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College, a free networking group will meet.


Network After Work

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Join 300 Professionals on Wednesday July 17th. This event will provide a great chance to build new business contacts and create new business opportunities.


University of Akron | Success Seminars: Power Presentations

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

These workshops are designed for those who are ready to increase revenue and awareness through entrepreneurship, engagement and passion.


World Congress | mHealth + Telehealth World 2013

Wednesday, July 24, 2013 to Friday, July 26, 2013

mHealth + Telehealth World 2013 is the must attend event for health care executives interested in hearing proven strategies for taking mHealth and Telehealth models from innovation to value.


Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College | Fostering Entrepreneurial Business Education

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Every Wednesday, beginning July 10, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College, a free networking group will meet.


JumpStart Entrepreneurial Network | First To File & Patent Law Changes: A Panel Discussion

Thursday, July 25, 2013

This panel discussion covers major aspects of the first-to-file system and how it differs from the previous patent process; in addition, the event addresses the implications of this reform on entrepreneurs and their technology, and even how it might change how startups, universities and other innovation hubs conduct business.


Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College | Fostering Entrepreneurial Business Education

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Every Wednesday, beginning July 10, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Entrepreneurial Innovation Center at Lorain County Community College, a free networking group will meet.


JumpStart Entrepreneurial Network | Social Media How & When: A Fireside Chat

Thursday, September 05, 2013

This fireside chat between Insivia CEO and owner Andy Halko and Renter’s BOOM Founder and CEO Lindsay Sims is an overview of how and why businesses can benefit from using social media.


NCET2 | EXITS: Startups Showcase + Conferenceā„¢

Tuesday, September 17, 2013 to Wednesday, September 18, 2013

EXITS: Startups Showcase + Conference™ is a unique event for showcasing the world's best startups looking for exits to Global 1000 companies from university, accelerator, Angel and VC portfolios.


OAI | SBIR/STTR Showcase and Industry Matchmaking

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

The Showcase and Matchmaking event will allow small businesses to share their technology and experience with interested industry members and other small businesses.


IEDC | 2013 Annual Conference

Sunday, October 06, 2013 to Wednesday, October 09, 2013

The International Economic Development Council's 2013 Annual Conference, October 6-9, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, will address obstacles facing economic developers, and existing trends in our dynamic economy.


Cleveland Clinic | 2013 Medical Innovation Summit: Finding Balance Through Innovation

October 14-16, 2013
Cleveland Clinic's annual Medical Innovation Summit convenes 1,100 great thinkers and leaders for a candid exchange on new medical technology, its future, recent breakthroughs and continuing challenges.

Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education | 31st Annual Entrepreneurship Education Forum: The Entrepreneurship Journey

Friday, November 15, 2013 to Monday, November 18, 2013

The 31st Annual Entrepreneurship Education Forum, “The Entrepreneurship Journey”, will be held this year in Cleveland November 15-18. The focus will be on creativity and innovation, as well as spending time with diverse and exciting entrepreneurs in the Cleveland area.