Introduction to Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
2025-04-02 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Detroit) | The Ohio State University at Mansfield, 1760 University Dr, Mansfield, OH, 44906, United States
Dr. Olivia K. Hernandez, Lead Engineer in Industrial Cybersecurity at The Ohio State University’s Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence, will provide an introduction to cybersecurity and best practices for small businesses. She will cover topics such as cyber inventories, password hygiene, and cybersecurity risk assessments. Let her help save you time, money, and headaches by avoiding costly cyberattacks. You can reach her at: Hernandez.127@osu.edu.
She will also share information about free cybersecurity training for Ohio small businesses funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The 3-5 hour course dives into topics such as internal auditing, vendor management, and phishing. Interested participants can register for this free course at cdme.osu.edu/sba and can bring questions about the program to this educational session.

Ohio GovTech Summit
2025-04-09 13:00 - 18:30 | Ohio Statehouse – The Atrium, 1 Capitol Square, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Join us at the 5th annual Ohio GovTech Summit presented by AT&T on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at the Ohio Statehouse.
OhioX’s premier program exploring the intersection of technology and government, the GovTech Summit brings together government officials, tech leaders, and innovators to discuss emerging trends, cutting-edge solutions, and the future of GovTech in Ohio.
With an engaging afternoon program featuring expert speakers, dynamic panels, and actionable insights, followed by an in-person reception, this event is your opportunity to connect, learn, and help shape Ohio’s innovation future.
For the latest information, please visit the event website: www.govtechsummit.org

Trailblazer Software Accelerator Startup Showcase
2025-04-16 14:00 - 18:00 | Midtown Collaboration Center, 1974 East 66th Street, Cleveland, OH, 44103, United States
Trailblazer Software Accelerator participants will present their startups to a live audience and take questions from the crowd in preparation for raising capital. Your presence at the showcase would provide invaluable support and insights for the founding teams as they embark on their funding journey.
Stick around after the presentations for a networking happy hour to meet the startup founders and connect with partners from the broader tech ecosystem.

Free parking is available in the Midtown Collaboration Center lot located on East 66th St. between Euclid and Chester.

How PARA Business Systems and Notion Can Help You Achieve Rapid Growth & Peace of Mind
2025-04-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Zoom Webinar
Disorganized systems and information overload can slow down even the most promising businesses. In this session, Jordan Ray C. Miller will introduce the PARA methodology and show how Notion can bring structure, clarity, and efficiency to your operations. Learn how leading startups and businesses use these tools to solve common challenges, streamline workflows, and scale effectively.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ The real cost of scattered systems and mental overwhelm
✅ How modern tools like Notion address critical growth challenges
✅ The four key components of the PARA methodology for business clarity
✅ Real-world examples of Notion in action at successful companies
✅ Practical steps to simplify operations while scaling
🎁 Bonus: Attendees will receive The Complete “Founders System” Notion Template (limited-time access).
This webinar is open to all JumpStart clients, partners, and community businesses. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.
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Caffeinated Ideas at Braintree
2025-04-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Braintree Building, 201 East Fifth Street, Mansfield, OH, 44902, United States
Entrepreneurs can bring their ideas, concepts and products no matter what stage of the development process, and as a group we can explore the idea and help better position it for the market place. Even if you have an existing business and need assistance to overcome some barrier to growth, our group of seasoned advisors can provide help. Our goal is assist you, and have a cup of coffee.
