Northwest Ohio Impact Program Showcase
On Tuesday, December 1, you’re invited to (virtually) meet the fourth cohort of the Northwest Ohio Impact Program at their culminating showcase. This event will be an online demo-day-style competition where program participants will use their new knowledge and skills to present their pitch to a panel of judges for a chance to take home
Global Entrepreneurship Week: Perfect Pitch-Pitch Feedback from JumpStart EIRs
One of the certainties of startup life is pitching. Be it for capital customers, or recruitment, pitches are a critical part of the business. People are always eager to practice pitching for this reason. With the shift from the conference room to Zoom, nailing your story (slides and narrative) and delivery are even more vital
Global Entrepreneurship Week: The Entrepreneurship Roadmap-A Guided Journey For Your App/Software Based Business, by Jumpstart
Being an entrepreneur building an app or software-based business is not easy. The journey to success requires commitment, time, and connecting with the right resources and tools. With the proper support, this journey is inspiring and rewarding. If you are an entrepreneur working to develop an app or software-based business, please join members of the
Global Entrepreneurship Week: Startup 101-How and Why to Start A Tech Business, by Jumpstart
Are you curious about what it means to be a tech business, why to start a tech business, or how to launch a tech business? If so, this fireside chat between two former entrepreneurs turned JumpStart business advisors that address these questions are for you. This chat will be hosted by Christopher Smith, Senior Deal
Stark County Impact Program Entrepreneur Showcase
On Thursday, October 22, you’re invited to (virtually) meet the second cohort of the Stark County Impact Program at their culminating showcase. This event will be an online demo-day-style competition where program participants will use their new knowledge and skills to present their pitch to a panel of judges for a chance to take home
JumpStart Investing Q&A
Whether you’re looking to learn more about venture capital fundraising in general, or interested in applying for funding specifically from JumpStart, this is a great opportunity to gather information, ask questions and network. We’ll be covering some of the core concepts of equity-based fundraising, including how investors like JumpStart approach due diligence, and answering questions
Elevate Your Side Hustle
When it comes to business development and entrepreneurship, the voyage is perilous but worthwhile for those with the right mindset and drive. In this webinar, you’ll hear from local entrepreneurs about navigating the highs and lows of the side hustle, and learn how Jumpstart’s network and suite of support services can help unlock your potential
“Bias” Film Screening & Panel Discussion
Join us for an at-home film screening of the documentary ‘Bias’ and a virtual conversation about how implicit bias is impacting venture capital across the country. Presented by JumpStart, CincyTech, Rev1 Ventures, the Entrepreneur Center and TechGrowth Ohio, this event is intended to induce meaningful change in entrepreneurial ecosystems throughout the US, Midwest and Ohio.
The Money: Finding The Funding To Grow And Scale Your Business
Join us for a discussion on the different types of funding available to entrepreneurs starting a business. From grants to loans to venture capital, our panel of experts will discuss what financial considerations you need to think about right from the start. Launch! presented by ProMedica Innovations and JumpStart is a webinar series focused on how
The Market – Where Big Ideas Become Viable Businesses
Businesses start with an idea, but they grow when customers are willing to pay for their products and services. Join us for a conversation about refining your target market and validating your business concept with your customers. Launch! presented by ProMedica Innovations and JumpStart is a webinar series focused on how to take an idea to market.
The Concept – Every Great Company Starts as an Idea
Join us for a discussion about turning your big idea into a viable business, featuring a panel of experts discussing a variety of topics to consider during the conceptualization phase of entrepreneurship including: Local resources available for you along your entrepreneurial journey How to create a business plan, including milestones to keep you on track and
Reopening the Economy: How Entrepreneurs Are Preparing for the Future
It’s been an unprecedented spring for startups and small businesses. Some have had to close their doors, others have had to make serious adjustments to survive and a few have built a new future in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us for a conversation about what comes next for these businesses as the