Meet Cohort 6 of the Stark County Small Business Impact Program
These local companies meet real needs, create opportunity and add vitality to the Stark County community.
Meet Cohort 6 of the Trailblazer HealthTech Accelerator
The cohort will spend the coming months refining their strategies, building connections and preparing to present their progress to investors and industry leaders at the Trailblazer HealthTech Accelerator Startup Showcase on December 10.
Terry Coyne Named Chair of JumpStart Inc. Board of Directors
Terry Coyne has been named Chair of JumpStart Inc.’s Board of Directors. Founders are at the center of JumpStart’s work. The organization provides programs, capital, services and connections that hel [...]
Introducing the Fall 2026 ScaleReady Cohort
This fall, JumpStart is excited to welcome a new ScaleReady cohort made up of entrepreneurs working in everything from technology, marketing and landscaping to behavioral health, horticulture, specialty food and retail.
JumpStart Inc. Welcomes David Sylvan and Walter Avdey to Its Board of Directors
Leaders will help advance JumpStart’s nonprofit mission supporting entrepreneurs and stronger communities.
10 Standout Ohio Startups Complete JumpStart’s Software Trailblazer Accelerator
These companies represent some of the most promising software startups coming up in Ohio, addressing costly, complex problems in industries ranging from behavioral health to senior care to high school athletics.
Entrepreneurs Supported by JumpStart and Partners Drive $1.9 Billion in Economic Activity Across Ohio in 2025
Tech startups post the largest share of impact as small business work sees breakout growth
JumpStart VC Fest Returns to Cleveland September 29–30, Spotlighting Midwest Startup Momentum
Hosted by JumpStart Inc. with premier support from Burton D. Morgan Foundation, the two-day event connects vision to venture through showcases, curated meetings and programming.
Canton Importing Co. Wins Top Prize at Stark County Small Business Impact Program Spring Showcase
Canton Importing Co. was awarded the $10,000 grand prize at JumpStart’s Stark County Small Business Impact Program Showcase, held following the completion of the program’s 12-week business growth curriculum.
JumpStart Welcomes Cohort 5 of the Stark County Small Business Impact Program
This cohort represents a diverse group of Stark County entrepreneurs across industries ranging from retail and hospitality to specialty services and consumer products.
