Events 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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May 21-23, 2013
This conference offers presentations from academia, government, and industry on advances in energy systems concepts and electrical energy technology, including generation, control, transmission, storage, and efficient use.
May 22-23, 2013
The Path to Agility conference was developed to further COHAA’s mission to promote the use of Agile practices and principles.
Thursday, May 23, 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.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
The City Club will host a panel discussion titled "Stormwater Impacts and Innovative Solutions" on May 23 to address the importance of stormwater management, particularly in developed areas like Cleveland.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
In this panel discussion moderated by JumpStart Chief Inclusion Officer Darrin Redus, Charter One Bank President Ken Marblestone, JumpStart President John Dearborn, Economic and Community Development Institute (ECDI) Vice President Eric Diamond and RiverVest Venture Partners Vice President Karen Spilizewski discuss the variety of ways an entrepreneur can finance their business—from bootstrapping to securing investors.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Mark your calendar for Global Cleveland’s quarterly welcoming event for newcomers and boomerangs – Tap Into Tremont!
May 28-30, 2013
The Ice House Entrepreneurship Program is a powerful new learning program designed to inspire and engage participants in the fundamental aspects of an entrepreneurial mindset and the unlimited opportunities it can provide.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
The Startup Marketing Series is a three-part series that will teach you how to market your business from early growth to hockey-stick rise in customers.
Thursday, May 30, 2013 to Friday, May 31, 2013
This year's Better Buildings Summit is your opportunity to engage with fellow state, local, K-12 education leaders, and other decision-makers on effective actions and policies to build a clean energy economy in your states and local communities.
Friday, May 31, 2013
EILEEN FISHER Inc. will award up to 5 grants of $12,500 to the recipients of the 2013 Women’s Business Grant Program. Your business must be innovative, 100% women owned and produce products that foster environmental and economic health in the global community.
Friday, May 31, 2013
The MTConnect Challenge seeks to engage and stimulate development of advanced manufacturing intelligence applications that utilize the MTConnect standard.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Save the date. More information coming soon.
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
To help you better understand and plan your company’s approach to these significant upcoming health care changes, mark your calendars to be at MAGNET on Tuesday morning, June 4 to attend a presentation designed to assist you in complying with these complex new regulations.
June 4-6, 2013
The Cleveland Hires Career Expo provides recruiters the latest in social networking communication and technological tools to connect and pre-screen thousands of students and alumni online, and schedule face-to-face meetings with the best candidates at the on-site career expo, making your recruiting process as productive and efficient as possible.
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Join us at YSU from 1:00 to 3:00 PM for an open meeting on TechBelt's projects and activities.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
The Startup Marketing Series is a three-part series that will teach you how to market your business from early growth to hockey-stick rise in customers.
Wednesday, June 05, 2013 to Thursday, June 06, 2013
The eighth annual Cleveland Matchmaker Event is a unique small business contracting event, which presents a great opportunity for small businesses to gain access to buyers that represent millions of dollars in purchasing.
June 5-6, 2013
Join some of the brightest minds and leading organizations at the premier forum to advance patient engagement and healthcare delivery.
Wednesday, June 5, 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.
Friday, June 7, 2013
Bizdom is looking to invest in the best and brightest aspiring entrepreneurs with innovative, scalable business ideas.
June 9-11, 2013
Attend the 2013 Spring Conference to discover emerging opportunities and grasp industry trends every economic developer needs to know.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Interested in learning about the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses (10ksb) Program? Thinking of applying? This is an opportunity for you to get an inside peek at what the program is all about.
June 11-12, 2013
For over twenty years, the RAPID Conference has been the industry-leading forum for the presentation and discussion of the latest developments, trends and techniques specific to additive manufacturing, rapid technologies, 3D printing and 3D imaging.
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.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
The Startup Marketing Series is a three-part series that will teach you how to market your business from early growth to hockey-stick rise in customers.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Are you a small manufacturer, restaurateur, landscaper, accountant or other small business owner who wants to take your company to the next level? If you’re generating at least $150,000 per year in revenue and have a few folks you employ, you could benefit from Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
The Cleveland Hires Career Expo provides recruiters the latest in social networking communication and technological tools to connect and pre-screen thousands of students and alumni online, and schedule face-to-face meetings with the best candidates at the on-site career expo, making your recruiting process as productive and efficient as possible.
Thursday, June 13, 2013
A polished pitch comes with practice. Entrepreneurs with an early-stage, technology-based business are invited to refine their skills at Cleveland Open Pitch Night, co-presented by Herman Miller, The Incubator at MAGNET, APG Office Furnishings and Bizdom.
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses at Cuyahoga Community College is a practical business management education program that helps you develop the skills you need to grow your company. This session will include information about applying to the program, who is qualified, and what is expected of participants.
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.
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Venture Forward is the only conference that is excluslively comprised of accredited investors as both speakers and attendees. The content is pertinent to investors in early-stage ventures across sectors and geographies, while the conference itself is a platform on which meaningful business connections are made and nourished.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
These workshops are designed for those who are ready to increase revenue and awareness through entrepreneurship, engagement and passion.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
These workshops are designed for those who are ready to increase revenue and awareness through entrepreneurship, engagement and passion.
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.
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.
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.