The Innovators Club
We invite you to stop by the Crooked River Room at the Bounce Innovation Hub in Downtown Akron for a casual evening of networking, handcrafted drinks and enjoy some light bites! We are also celebrating the graduation of the Summer I-Corps Cohort. Meet your mentors, instructors, and other cohort members to say thanks and to
Cleveland Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Wednesday, September 6th, 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
Webinar: Presenting with Precision and Poise
Do you struggle with anxiety when publicly speaking about your exceptional business? Overcome this challenge with easy-to-learn tools, transforming your nervousness into more confident, professional presentations. This workshop is a must for every entrepreneur. Whether you tremble at the thought of delivering an important message, or are a confident speaker already, there will be tips
MidTown Opening Day: Neighborhood Festival and Block Party
The all-day, free event centers around E. 66th Street and Euclid Avenue at a block party and five other activity hubs around the neighborhood. Join us to celebrate the grand opening of the Cleveland Foundation Headquarters as a major milestone in the realization of our Neighborhood Vision Plan. 1) CLEVELAND FOUNDATION 11am – 4pm |
I-Corps 2023 Finale
Do you want to see the cool innovations and startup companies from across Ohio? Thinking about going through a startup accelerator program but want to see what it’s like first? UA&UT’s I-Corps program is all about customer discovery! Our goal is to help early-stage entrepreneurs and researchers answer important questions about their business, product, service,
I-Corps 2023 Panel
Think you might be an entrepreneur someday? Interested in entrepreneurship now? Determined to make a difference in the world? Join us for an I-Corps panel featuring entrepreneurs from across Ohio sharing stories about their startup companies’ journeys! Listen to tales of starting a business right here in Akron and Northeast Ohio, and ask some questions
Small Business Training Camp
Small Business Training Camp, powered by JumpStart and hosted in partnership with the Cleveland Browns, is a half-day small business intensive hosted at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Participants will learn the fundamentals of small business capital from industry leaders and business advisors. The event will include inspiring keynotes, engaging workshops, business networking and a 4-minute pitch
Women In Operations Lunch & Learn Web Series 2.0
We are back! Our first Lunch & Learn series was a great success and we are holding it again this fall over seven sessions. Our topics in this series will include; Building a Strong ROI, Best Practices Kaizen, Lean Outside of Production, Reading Financial Statements, and more. The content is practical hands-on material to help
Smart Manufacturing ROI: Increment Software Applications/SME
Increment surfaces the most important information at the right time for shop floor training and safety. We make those searchable and findable in real time. Here are the steps we take to help manufacturers accomplish this: Step 1: We help you collect, create, and collaborate on a body of training materials you need all in
VIRTUAL: Beginner Cybersecurity for Your Small Business
Cybersecurity is an important issue for businesses of all sizes. During this virtual class, participants will learn ways to identify common digital threats along with steps to protect their business. Practical tips and tools will be discussed to help increase your overall cybersecurity for both you and your customers. This class is provided through a
Creativity Lab Orientation: Video Production
All individuals interested in using the Hudson Library & Historical Society’s Creativity Lab to independently record their own video projects must first complete this mandatory one-hour orientation training session. During orientation training, learn about the Creativity Lab’s policies and best practices on how to use the video production equipment. Upon completion of the orientation program, participants
VIRTUAL: Protect Yourself from Online Scams
Learn how to identify and protect yourself and your personal information from online scammers. During this virtual class, participants will learn about three real-life online scams and familiarize themselves with some of the techniques scammers commonly use to access sensitive information. By knowing this information, individuals can identify scam warning signs and learn best practices