BLUprints to EX[L] is a reoccurring EXL Center community event that brings innovators, entrepreneurs and big thinkers together. Free appetizers and soft drinks compliment free entry to all, thanks to our generous co-sponsors, JumpStart and UARF.

Jeff Hoffman hosts special guest entrepreneurs Joel Testra (Founder of Northside Speakeasy, President of Testa Companies) and Eric Wise (Founder of the Software Guild) as they discuss “Breaking New Ground,” specifically in the Akron/NE Ohio economy.

Featuring live jazz piano from Keigo Hirakawa. Full menu and cash bar available. All ages welcome. Stay for the live Jazz to follow at 8:00pm.