Our Mission

Our Mission

To drive economic vitality by connecting entrepreneurs to the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. 

To drive economic vitality by connecting entrepreneurs to the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. 

Driving Innovation and Economic Growth

As a nationally recognized entrepreneur support organization, JumpStart equips tech startups and small businesses with the skills, services and support they need to grow and thrive. We work to ensure every entrepreneur—regardless of their background—has the resources they need to succeed.

For Tech Startups

Our expert team delivers essential resources and support to help early-stage tech startups scale their ventures and prepare for investment.

For Small Businesses

Our services team help local small business owners grow and thrive by providing tailored support, network connections and educational resources.

For The Community

Our support services empower the entrepreneurs who drive economic growth, revitalize neighborhoods and spark community-wide impact.

We envision Ohio as a premier destination for entrepreneurs where businesses thrive, championed by a welcoming and impactful support network.

$15 Billion

Since 2010, more than fifteen billion dollars in economic impact has been generated by startups and small businesses assisted by JumpStart and our partners.

Recent Blogs & News

  • Fostering the Future of Entrepreneurship: JumpStart’s Summer Interns Share Their Experience

    By JumpStart Team

  • Small Business, Big Conversations: Tiwanna Scott-Williams of Pearl’s Kitchen and Pearlflower Catering

    By Freddie Coffey

  • JumpStart Welcomes Joseph Rich to Board of Directors

    By JumpStart Team

  • Ohio VC Fest 2025 Roars Back to Cleveland with $1M Investment Prize Opportunity, Star Speakers & Next-Gen Tech Showcase

    By JumpStart Team

Upcoming Events

  • AI Assistants for the Overworked Entrepreneur

    October 3 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm

  • AI Assistants for the Overworked Entrepreneur

    October 8 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm

  • Caffeinated Ideas at Braintree

    October 23 @ 10:00am - 11:00am

  • Resilience and Impact: How Small Businesses Turn Setbacks into Success

    October 24 @ 4:00pm - 6:00pm