Presentando la 5ta Cohorte del Programa Impacto
Click here to read this blog in English. Para los dueños de negocios latinos/hispanos que viven en el noreste de Ohio, el apoyo y los servicios a menudo no son tan accesibles ni están diseñados para satisfacer las necesidades únicas de la comunidad hispanohablante. El Programa Impacto es el acelerador de pequeñas empresas de habla
Introducing the 5th Cohort of the Impacto Program
Haga clic aquí para leer este blog en español. For Latino/Hispanic business owners living in Northeast Ohio, support and services are often not as readily accessible nor designed to meet the unique needs of the Spanish-speaking community. The Impacto Program is JumpStart’s Spanish-language small business accelerator that offers participants targeted resources, one-on-one coaching and technical
How JumpStart and the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women Program are Changing the Game
In America, Black women represent six percent of the population but own just two percent of employer businesses according to a 2022 Goldman Sachs Research report Black Womenomics: Equalizing Entrepreneurship, which explores the barriers to entrepreneurship faced by Black women. In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, support and guidance can be the difference between success
Meet the Participants of the Cleveland Small Business Impact Program’s Historic 20th Cohort
As JumpStart enters our 20th year, we remain steadfast in our mission of unlocking the full potential of entrepreneurship to transform our communities. Launched in 2016, JumpStart’s flagship Small Business Impact Program is the region’s leading business accelerator that provides hands-on advising and industry-specific mentoring to local entrepreneurs. The 12-week program focuses on helping participants
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Dawn Miller of Art Bound Studio
Entrepreneurship is not always predetermined. Sometimes, opportunities present themselves and enterprising individuals see a chance to make a career move. Owner and lead tattoo artist of Toledo-based Art Bound Studio, Dawn Miller is a perfect example of an accidental – but no less deserving – entrepreneur. In 2019, Dawn stumbled into the tattoo industry quite
10 Mobile Trends Small Business Owners Can’t Ignore in 2024
Welcome to 2024, where embracing the mobile-first world is no longer optional for small businesses; it’s imperative. With a significant shift in consumer behavior toward mobile usage, it’s beyond time to ensure that your business not only has an online presence but is also optimized for mobile devices. Here are 10 actionable steps you can
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Sam Friedman of City Goods
A strong small business network has the potential to propel an entrepreneur to new heights, especially if they run a retail shop. For artisans and makers, particularly those in the early stages, things like rent, utilities and staffing can add up quickly. Plus setting up shop in the right location is paramount since foot traffic
Small Business Saturday: Shop with Toledo-Based Impact Program Graduates
Small Business Saturday – a day when consumers are encouraged to support local small businesses in their communities – is celebrated the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Small Business Saturday has become a cherished tradition since it was founded in 2010. It has been cosponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration since 2011. Presented as a contrast
Small Business Saturday: Shop with Cleveland-Based Impact Program Graduates
Small Business Saturday – a day when consumers are encouraged to support local small businesses in their communities – is celebrated the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Small Business Saturday has become a cherished tradition since it was founded in 2010. It has been cosponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration since 2011. Presented as a contrast
Bookkeeping Basics: Setting Up For Accounting Success
Clear financial reporting from your accounting system is a necessity for any growing business. These reports tell you if you’re profitable, whether your marketing & sales strategies are paying off, and whether you’re spending too much in any specific area. Also, financial statements are one of the first things any lender or investor will want
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Hermes Ortiz of Ortiz Art Drafts Designs
Like much in life, entrepreneurship often depends on knowing the right people. In Northeast Ohio’s Hispanic-Latino business community, the old adage rings especially true. Hermes Ortiz, owner of Ortiz Art Drafts Designs, is purposefully intertwined with his community. These days, Hermes is an established business owner, and he serves as an ambassador of sorts for
Small Business, Big Conversations: James Barnes of Immaculate Cleaning Co.
James Barnes is building an empire, one mop bucket at a time. A Cleveland-area native, James’s entrepreneurial spark ignited early, propelling him into a journey of creating a business centered around his customer’s every need. It wasn’t long before 2011 saw the rise of Immaculate Cleaning Co., quickly becoming the gold standard for janitorial services