Talk the Talk: Mastering the Art of Impactful Communication
Communication is an essential part of our everyday lives but is especially important for business owners and entrepreneurs. The ability to express your mission, purpose, knowledge, and ideas in a concise, readily understandable manner is what will attract buy-in and lead generation. Additionally, as your business grows, leading a team with effective, collaborative communication is
Startup Essentials: Financial Forecasting
Understanding how money flows in and out of your company is essential for making informed decisions, managing expenses, and seizing growth opportunities. This event has been designed to teach new business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs how to use forecasting methods and key financial metrics to make accurate financial projections and master cash flow management. Learn
Startup Essentials: Business Funding
Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and they play a vital role in creating jobs, generating revenue, and driving innovation. However, small business owners often face unique challenges when it comes to managing their finances and accessing capital. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your business, our panel of experts
Summer 2023 I-Corps Kickoff
UA’s I-Corps Site program is all about customer discovery! Our goal is to help early-stage entrepreneurs and researchers answer important questions about their business, product, service, or technology idea through coaching and direct customer interactions. You can see companies take the first step in this process by joining our I-Corps kickoff. Learn more about I-Corps:
Innovation Fund Information Session
Are you interested in applying for the Northeast Ohio Innovation Fund award? The first step in the process is attending an information session conducted by the team. Please note that this step is mandatory. You cannot apply for funding without first attending one of these sessions. They are held virtually and the next one is May 11th.
Northwest Ohio Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Wednesday, May 10th, 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: Finding Funding – Startup Capital Beyond Angels and VCs
From the moment that a startup is established, raising funding becomes the #1 goal. Is Angel or VC money the only way to go? What other funding options are out there? Hosted by Shadi Yazdan of SY Strategy, this session will cover the following tactics to help founders consider alternatives beyond the norm, including: A
Toledo Winter Holiday Tech Mixer
Join us for the annual Toledo holiday tech mixer! Get to know other Ohio-based startup founders and mingle with Toledo’s tech community. Stop by Toledo Spirits on December 8th for good food, drinks and networking for this end-of-the-year community party and celebration. We hope to see you there. Thank you to our 2022 sponsors: CNWR,
Founders Unfiltered: A Conversation with Leopoldo Peña, Co-founder & CEO of Presta
Join us for the next episode of Founders Unfiltered on November 16th to hear from Leopoldo Peña in a candid conversation surrounding his journey as a tech founder. Leo is the co-founder & CEO of Presta, a digital lending infrastructure that allows traditional financial institutions to better lend to SMBs by allowing them to book
Northwest Ohio Small Business Impact Program Showcase
On Wednesday, December 14th, 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
Stepping Up In The Glass City: Small Business Pitch Finale
Connect with Toledo’s Small Business ecosystem at the Stepping Up in the Glass City Pitch Competition Finale, the culmination of a series highlighting local entrepreneurs in the Uptown and Junction neighborhoods. Entrepreneurs from the previous two pitch competitions will compete for a chance to take home $500 (1st place), $250 (2nd place) or $100 (3rd
Stepping Up In The Glass City: September Small Business Pitch Competition
Connect with Toledo’s Small Business ecosystem at the Stepping Up in the Glass City Pitch Competition, a series highlighting local entrepreneurs in the Uptown and Junction neighborhoods. Entrepreneurs will compete for a chance to take home $200 and grow their business. Register today to attend and support the local small business community. Interested in pitching?