Caffeinated Ideas

Brainstorming Business Ideas Over a Cup of Coffee! Are you a fan of the “Shark Tank “show? Think you have a neat cool idea for a business. Already have a business and need some advice? Do you have business expertise and you are willing to help others? Caffeinated Ideas is a great way to crowdsource

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Manage Your Finances Like A Boss

In this class, Rick Zwelling of Right Path Financial Coaching will cover all aspects of creating and maintaining a solid financial foundation. Topics covered include: Elements of a budget Financial goal setting Credit scores Debt and cash management The importance of building an emergency fund Knowledge gained from this class will help attendees take actionable steps to

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2021 Is Almost Here–Start Off Strong

This timely webinar will focus on providing you with high-impact, practical, and effective methods to evaluate the past year and utilize that information to catapult you into the future! Participants will learn how to: Review and analyze tax, financial, and other business documents to better understand the status of your small business Leverage assets and

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Virtual ECDI Information Session

This session offers a brief overview of all the programs and resources the Economic Community Development Institute (ECDI) offers. The information session will explain : Who we are and our mission Loans we offer, who is eligible and the process involved Training opportunities Women’s Business Centers of Ohio Innovative ECDI programs: Capital for Construction, Food

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Got A Side Hustle? Let’s Formalize It!

This session will be jam-packed with all you need to know about the basic steps to start your business. Attorney Paul Bryson from The Legal Aid Society will cover: Different Business Entity Types to Choose From Avoiding Personal Liability Independent Contractor Overview Resources & Next Steps Paul Bryson is a staff attorney on the Community

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VITALS: Visionary Health Leadership in Action Speaker Series

In the same amount of time (17 minutes) the average physician-patient visit occurs, we have invited health care thought leaders to engage health care professionals and students in discourse to bring positive change to health care through effective and strategic leadership. VITALS | Visionary Health Leadership in Action speaker series features a diverse range of

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Core City: Cleveland Impact Program Showcase

On Wednesday, December 2, you’re invited to (virtually) meet the tenth cohort of the Core City: Cleveland 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

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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

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The Power of 5G and the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband is in the process of being deployed globally, and it’s already here in Cleveland, but what exactly is it? Why is it so important? We’ll go over everything from the differences between 4G and 5G, as well as some use cases that show the power of 5G for manufacturing, healthcare, and

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Diversity in FinTech – A Founder’s Perspective

Women and minorities are underrepresented on venture capital teams and as recipients of funding. Research shows that diversity boosts innovation and financial outcomes. It is up to all of us in the investor community to be intentional about building relationships and funding more women and minority-led startups. JobsOhio is proudly co-sponsoring a webinar on November

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How To Expand Your Digital Footprint In The COVID-19 Era

Get your brand to stand out in a crowded marketplace. Rhonda Crowder will give best practices to maximize your marketing efforts in a time when everyone is online. This class will cover: How to position your brand as the expert and stand out in a crowded marketplace Using technology to market your business in the era of COVID-19

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HR During COVID-19: Hiring New Employees

Guidelines for providing a workplace that adheres to CDC protocols and ensures employee well-being. As small businesses start getting employees back to work and find their place in the “COVID-19 normal”, it is important to develop the necessary policies and protocols to deal with the new workplace challenges. Charlene Davis, President of C. Renee HR Consulting

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