Fostering entrepreneurs, building ecosystems and impacting economies.
JumpStart unlocks the full potential of diverse and ambitious entrepreneurs to economically transform entire communities.
See How We Do ItNow is the time.
You are the FUEL.
JumpStart invests in big ideas and talented people to create jobs and economic vitality. We’ve been successful, creating 10,000 jobs and $5.6 billion in impact since 2010.
Now, we are raising $35 million through our campaign “FUEL” to fuel new programs, invest in companies and strengthen the magnetic draw of our region.
Help Us InvestTaking startups and scaleups to the next level.
From accessing capital to acquiring top talent, JumpStart provides the business assistance you need to grow.
Explore Our ServicesExperienced leaders helping entrepreneurs succeed.
Our mentors know what it takes to launch and grow a business.
Our Mentoring Programevent
Open Mic Pitch Night
Do you live or own a business in Northeast Ohio? If so, the stage is yours on September 19th! Pitch your idea/business in front of your fellow entrepreneurs and get real-time constructive feedback from our panel of experts. It’s a...
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The Fine Art Of Financial Forecasting
Forecasting is an entrepreneur’s best attempt to map the future financial performance of their business. Done well, the financials are a powerful tool; but they are as much art as...
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5 Essential Legal Issues To Address Before Securing Venture Capital
According to the MoneyTree™ Report by PricewaterhouseCoopers, venture capitalists invested $71.9 billion in 5,052 deals last year in the U.S., making 2017 the second year that saw dollar funding top...
upcoming events
Northeast Ohio Events
Come learn, build your network and have a little fun.
- Tue 08/21 Summer Networking at the Elyria Country... A fun networking event to connect you with other chamber members during the summer...
- Wed 08/22 Discover How to Sell Your Product... Each year, our government spends billions of dollars in goods and services purchased...
- Thu 08/23 2018 Financial Integrity Summit This one of a kind event is geared towards small businesses and brings...
- Tue 08/28 The Business Model Canvas The Business Model Canvas is a strategic management and entrepreneurial tool. It allows...