Cleveland Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Wednesday, December 7, you’re invited to meet the graduating cohort of JumpStart’s Small Business Impact Program at their culminating showcase. This event will be a demo-day-style pitch competition where program participants will use their new knowledge and skills to present their business to a panel of judges for a chance to take home up
Toledo Winter Holiday Tech Mixer
Join us for the annual Toledo holiday tech mixer! Get to know other Ohio-based startup founders and mingle with Toledo’s tech community. Stop by Toledo Spirits on December 8th for good food, drinks and networking for this end-of-the-year community party and celebration. We hope to see you there. Thank you to our 2022 sponsors: CNWR,
Founders Unfiltered: A Conversation with Leopoldo Peña, Co-founder & CEO of Presta
Join us for the next episode of Founders Unfiltered on November 16th to hear from Leopoldo Peña in a candid conversation surrounding his journey as a tech founder. Leo is the co-founder & CEO of Presta, a digital lending infrastructure that allows traditional financial institutions to better lend to SMBs by allowing them to book
Northwest Ohio Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Wednesday, December 14th, you’re invited to meet the graduating cohort of JumpStart’s Small Business Impact Program at their culminating showcase. This event will be a demo-day-style pitch competition where program participants will use their new knowledge and skills to present their business to a panel of judges for a chance to take home up
Avoid the Stress: Call a Lawyer!
Consulting with a lawyer early can save you a headache later. Hear from local attorneys on issues that can arise when starting and growing your business including: real estate agreements, employment matters, contract issues and more. Participants: Matt Rolf – Matt Rolf Attorney, LLC David Truman – Employment Law Partners, LLC Laura Hauser – Hauser
Pitch Cypher: Finale at FutureLAND
The Pitch Cypher Finale showcases the top-placing local tech founders from the previous Pitch Cypher competitions throughout this year. These finalists will be competing live @FutureLAND for a chance to win a $25,000 grant, as well as other perks and services to propel their business forward. Register today to attend the event and support local
Founders Unfiltered IRL @ FutureLAND: A Conversation with Jeff Ponders II
Jeff Ponders II has built a career infusing creative strategy, and infectious energy across many industries. A published author, jazz musician, serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist and early-stage startup advisor, Jeff helps entrepreneurs and organizations unlock peak performance through jazz-inspired innovation and creativity. Jeff launched The Better Company to help ambitious brands understand their customers, establish their unique place in
1st & Tech: Startup Networking Mixer
Connect with Cleveland’s growing tech and venture capital investing community at 1st and Tech. Powered by JumpStart in partnership with the Cleveland Browns, this happy hour event brings together tech entrepreneurs, innovation stakeholders, players from the Cleveland Browns and investors for networking and inspiration at FirstEnergy Stadium. Hear more about Ohio’s growing venture capital scene
Stepping Up In The Glass City: September Small Business Pitch Competition
Connect with Toledo’s Small Business ecosystem at the Stepping Up in the Glass City Pitch Competition, a series highlighting local entrepreneurs in the Uptown and Junction neighborhoods. Entrepreneurs will compete for a chance to take home $200 and grow their business. Register today to attend and support the local small business community. Interested in pitching?
Pitch Cypher 3.0
Plug into Cleveland’s creative startup scene at Pitch Cypher! Connect with Cleveland’s innovation movement at Pitch Cypher, a tech-focused pitch event bringing together founders, creatives and start-up insiders over good music and drinks. Join us at Market Garden Brewery in Ohio City on September 22nd for the next meetup in a series of events focused
Founders Unfiltered IRL: A Conversation with Kumar Arora
Kumar Arora is an entrepreneur, investor and consultant behind multiple startups and emerging brands. Consistently pushing the envelope on design and innovation, much of Kumar’s work centers on the idea of creating novel products and brands. Kumar has taken his vision and expertise to lead the way with strategic investments and growth opportunities with his
The Small Business Connection at Glenn Research Center
This event will provide an opportunity for small businesses to learn about the NASA Glenn Research Center and JumpStart. Attendees will learn about current procurement opportunities at NASA, the procurement process, as well as future plans for space, technology and Earth Science programs and initiatives. Information will be provided to assist small businesses in maximizing