lsmithpetta

About Lauren Smith-Petta

As Director, Educational Services, Lauren Smith-Petta leads Jumpstart’s strategy for delivering scalable educational offerings to the entrepreneurs and small businesses we serve. Lauren holds a Bachelor’s of Specialized Studies from Ohio University where she pioneered her own degree in ‘Creative Entrepreneurship’ coupled with a minor in Creative Writing. She has since earned her MBA from Cleveland State University. She sits on the Executive Board of the Berea Animal Rescue.
LinkedInEmail

1974 E. 66th Street, Suite 200
Cleveland, OH 44103

216.363.3400

1974 E. 66th Street, Suite 200-A
Cleveland, OH 44103

216.363.3400

For Tech Startups
For Small Businesses
Company
Resources

© Copyright 2026 – JumpStart, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

© Copyright 2025 – JumpStart, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

© Copyright 2025 – JumpStart, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

© Copyright 2025 – JumpStart, Inc. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

JumpStart Appoints Longtime Executive Lorne Novick as New CEO

JumpStart Inc. today announced the appointment of Lorne Novick as its new Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive search process. Novick most recently served as Interim CEO, where he played a critical leadership role in stewarding the organization through a period of transition.

Fill out the form below to request a 1-on-1 meeting to find out how you can benefit from JumpStart’s startup services.

Contact Information




Company Information








Business Need

Demographic Information
Your feedback is important. JumpStart collects information on race, gender, and ethnicity to help advance improved economic outcomes for all entrepreneurs, including those historically disconnected from resources like capital, high-impact services, and network connections. The data demonstrates the impact to funders, community stakeholders, and civic leaders and informs our resource delivery practices. Thank you for completing this section.



PLEASE READ BEFORE HITTING THE SUBMIT BUTTON

In order to serve you, JumpStart personnel will need to familiarize themselves with your business and financial status. By agreeing to these terms, you agree to provide JumpStart with the business and financial information necessary to carry out its assessment. JumpStart will treat this information carefully and confidentially, and will share it publicly only when aggregated with other clients (unless you have previously made the information public). As part of JumpStart's normal collaborative work, the organization will share information with its partner organizations only if it believes it will benefit you and your business. Advice and opinions given by JumpStart to you and your company are intended solely for your benefit. JumpStart disclaims and you waive all warranties related to the assistance it provides to you. Neither JumpStart nor its directors, officers or employees shall be liable to you for damages, including, without limitation, loss of profit or business opportunity.