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
Founders Unfiltered IRL: A Conversation with Beth Potratz of Drive My Way
With more than 20 years of experience as an HR professional, Beth Potratz understands the need to make recruiting personal. Drive My Way is a next-generation recruiting marketplace that matches CDL truck drivers and owner-operators with jobs based on their professional qualifications and personal lifestyle preferences. Beth founded Drive My Way to help people find a
Demystifying Customer Relationship Management Systems
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems can be challenging to set up and difficult for teams to learn and adopt. And yet, they’re a marketing tool that is a must-have in today’s landscape. CRM systems don’t just centralize your contacts and their interactions, but they also enable automation (like emails, drip campaigns, and other workflows). In
Cleveland Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Monday, August 29, 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
Founders Unfiltered IRL: A Conversation with DJ Eidson of Limitless Minds
With more than 18 years of experience as a national sales leader in the pharmaceutical industry, DJ co-founded Limitless Minds to provide insights and training to help clients develop a mindset that delivers the highest probability of success. Founding partners Russell Wilson, Trevor Moawad, Harrison Wilson and DJ Eidson joined forces with the idea to
Which Ad Platform Is Right For My Business?
With so many digital advertising options to choose from, it can be overwhelming to know which platform best aligns with your business needs. Sometimes, figuring it out can be expensive and a waste of time. JumpStart has partnered with the digital marketing experts at Hopps to help you understand which ad platform is right for
Northwest Ohio Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Tuesday, August 23rd, 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
Elevate Your Side Hustle: Remix
Elevate your side hustle! Join us in person for a conversation on how to boost your business. Hear from past JumpStart Small Business Impact Program graduates (Mikhala Bagot of Island Soul and LaShawn Martre of Sons of Nature Lawncare) as they share their entrepreneurial journey.
Trauma… And How It Affects Your Bottom Line
Join us on July 26th for a holistic and comprehensive look into trauma and how it affects your bottom line. Speakers Tamika Otis and Summer W. Fitch will cover the cultural context surrounding trauma, the effects of ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and how it can affect your life and business. Tune in for an entrepreneur
Conversaciones con la Comunidad: Servicios para Pequeños Negocios
JumpStart te invita a celebrar a nuestras Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas (Pymes) de Cleveland. Conoce más acerca de los desafíos y oportunidades que son comunes a todo emprendedor en nuestra ciudad, y escucha las experiencias de otros emprendedores locales como tú, que trabajan para lograr el crecimiento de sus empresas. Esta será una reunión casual,
Founders Unfiltered IRL: A Conversation with Dallas Hogensen of Felux
Don’t miss the next Founders Unfiltered IRL (In Real Life) on June 23rd, featuring Dallas Hogensen, CEO & Co-Founder of Felux. Since 2019, Dallas Hogensen and his team have been working to build a digital community and marketplace for one of the most traditional—and important—manufacturing industries in the world: metal. Dallas will dive into how
Pitch Cypher 2.0
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 Negative Space on June 16th for the next meetup in a series of events focused on elevating Cleveland’s BIPOC tech trailblazers. Register today to attend the event and