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SUMMARY:AI Roundtable: Data Privacy\, Security & Hallucination Management: Keeping AI Safe\, Accurate & Reliable
DESCRIPTION:A highly practical conversation on how to reduce risk when using AI. \nTopics include: preventing data leakage\, private models vs. public models\, validation layers\, techniques for reducing hallucinations\, and how to build trust with your teams and customers around responsible AI adoption.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/ai-roundtable-data-privacy-security-hallucination-management-keeping-ai-safe-accurate-reliable
LOCATION:GCP’s Shatten Boardroom\, 1240 Huron Road East #300\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business,Tech
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SUMMARY:Osborne Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Osborne ETA Symposium brings together prospective and active acquisition entrepreneurs\, along with the broader ETA ecosystem\, for a curated\, execution-focused experience designed to accelerate success in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA). \nThrough practical learning\, real-world operator insight\, and intentional connection\, participants gain the knowledge\, perspective\, and relationships needed to move from interest to action. \nNow in its 5th year\, the Osborne ETA Symposium\, hosted by the Weatherhead Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Center at Case Western Reserve University and Promise Partners\, is purpose-built for those ready to gain traction.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/osborne-eta-symposium
LOCATION:Tinkham Veale University Center\, 11038 Bellflower Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T123000
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SUMMARY:AI @ Braintree – AI Overview
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at the Braintree-Klopfenstein Building in Mansfield\, this free event is the first of a three-part series by Braintree Business Development Center. \nArtificial Intelligence is transforming the way businesses operate\, innovate\, and compete. Before diving into specialized topics such as intellectual property and marketing applications\, this introductory session provides the essential foundation needed to understand today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape. Participants will explore what AI is and how it works. This session will demystify common AI terms and technologies and discuss how organizations are using AI to improve productivity\, decision-making\, customer engagement\, and innovation. \nAttendees will gain a practical understanding of the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and generative AI \n· Key AI tools and technologies shaping today’s marketplace \n· Opportunities and challenges presented by AI adoption \n· Emerging trends that will influence the future of work and business \nWhether you’re new to AI or looking to better understand its potential impact on your organization\, this session will provide the knowledge and context needed to confidently engage in the conversations that follow in the AI@Braintree series. AI Overview serves as the perfect starting point for subsequent sessions on responsible AI use\, intellectual property considerations\, and AI-powered marketing strategies. Lunch will be provided at 12:30 along with additional opportunities for Q&A.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/ai-braintree-ai-overview
LOCATION:Braintree Building\, 201 East Fifth Street\, Mansfield\, OH\, 44902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261107T130000
DTSTAMP:20261009T192453Z
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SUMMARY:Minding Her Own Business 2026
DESCRIPTION:A summit & marketplace for women entrepreneurs hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated\, Alpha Omega Chapter in partnership with Cuyahoga Community College Corporate College. Visit the Sister’s Marketplace and connect with amazing women-owned businesses. \nSister’s Marketplace Hours are from 8-9 AM and 12-1 PM. Becoming Bankable: Accessing Capital and Marketing Your Business panel discussion and lunch at 11 AM. \nVendor and professional service opportunities are available. Register by November 1\, 2026 to reserve a spot. \n 
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/minding-her-own-business-2026
LOCATION:Tri-C Corporate College\, 4400 Richmond Road\, Warrensville Heights\, OH\, 44128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T123000
DTSTAMP:20261019T151655Z
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SUMMARY:AI @ Braintree - Responsible Use of AI in Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at the Braintree-Klopfenstein Building in Mansfield\, this free event is the second of a three-part series by Braintree Business Development Center. \nArtificial Intelligence is changing the way businesses create\, innovate\, communicate\, and compete. It’s also creating a lot of legal questions. This session will explore the intersection of AI\, patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, trade secrets\, and innovation strategy. The session presenter is intellectual property attorney Jake Ward\, a Braintree Board Member. He will focus on practical guidance that organizations can use today. \nTopics will include: \n• AI and copyright ownership \n• Patent considerations for AI-assisted inventions \n• Legal and business risks associated with AI \n• Best practices for startups \n• Developing responsible AI policies \nThe session will end with a free lunch and drinks\, and a Q&A session with the presenter.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/ai-braintree-responsible-use-of-ai-in-intellectual-property
LOCATION:Braintree Building\, 201 East Fifth Street\, Mansfield\, OH\, 44902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260909T203245Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing on a Budget: How to Make Every Dollar Count
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need a massive marketing budget to get results. But you do need to know where your dollars are most likely to make an impact. \n\n\n\n\nJumpStart is pleased to welcome Austin Kirkland\, CEO/Owner of Millennial Pro\, for a practical webinar designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners make smarter marketing decisions\, prioritize their spending and get more value from the resources they have. \nFrom choosing the right marketing channels to evaluating outside support\, this session will help you cut through the noise and focus on strategies that make sense for your business\, your goals and your budget. \nThrough real-world examples and actionable frameworks\, Austin will break down how to build a practical marketing approach that supports growth without wasting time or money on tactics that aren’t delivering. \nTopics covered: \n\nHow to maximize your marketing impact with a limited budget\nChoosing marketing channels based on your goals and business stage\nIdentifying high-impact\, lower-cost marketing opportunities\nEvaluating marketing agencies\, consultants and service providers\nRecognizing common marketing red flags and costly mistakes\nUsing data to make better marketing decisions\nBuilding a simple\, sustainable marketing plan\n\nAttendees will leave with: \n\nA clearer understanding of where to focus their marketing dollars\nPractical ways to stretch a limited marketing budget\nGreater confidence when evaluating marketing services and investments\nA framework for determining which tactics are worth pursuing\nActionable next steps for building a marketing plan that fits their business\n\nJumpStart webinars are open to entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, partners and members of the community. Registration is required to receive the webinar link.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/marketing-on-a-budget-how-to-make-every-dollar-count
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Small Business,Tech,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T123000
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SUMMARY:AI @ Braintree - AI in Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at the Braintree-Klopfenstein Building in Mansfield\, this free event is the final installment of a three-part series by Braintree Business Development Center. \nArtificial Intelligence is changing the way companies market themselves. It has changed how businesses create\, communicate\, and compete. It also creates a number of marketing\, branding\, and ethical questions. \nThis session’s presenter is Jay Miller of DRM Productions\, a Braintree board member and expert in digital marketing strategies. This session will explore AI in marketing from a design perspective. \nLunch will be provided at 12:30 along with additional opportunities for Q&A with the presenter.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/ai-braintree-ai-in-marketing
LOCATION:Braintree Building\, 201 East Fifth Street\, Mansfield\, OH\, 44902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260330T150736Z
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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Bounce for Free Coworking Day on the 4th Wednesday of every month! Bring your task list\, schedule a meeting and join us for part or all of the day. This is a great way to see what we have to offer and get to know the community in The Generator at Bounce.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/free-coworking-day/2026-11-25
LOCATION:Bounce Innovation Hub\, 526 South Main Street\, Akron\, OH\, 44311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261202T113000
DTSTAMP:20261009T174231Z
CREATED:20261009T174231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T174231Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond Startup: Empowering Business Owners to Delegate their Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:Are you hesitant about outsourcing your bookkeeping? Victoria removes the stigma and worry of handing over your small business finances. She will share actionable tips and suggestions for helping you find the right professional with absolute confidence. \nYOUR FACILITATOR: \nVictoria Osivnik founded Going Beyond Bookkeeping in 2022\, after being a consultant since 2020\, to lift the bookkeeping burden off small business owners so they can focus on what they love. By collaborating directly with clients\, she actively impacts both their business and their bank accounts. Through strategic outsourcing\, Victoria empowers entrepreneurs to reclaim control of their personal lives and win back their precious time.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/beyond-startup-empowering-business-owners-to-delegate-their-bookkeeping
LOCATION:Bounce Innovation Hub\, 526 South Main Street\, Akron\, OH\, 44311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260916T182233Z
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SUMMARY:Organize Your Financials with QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:Organize Your Financials with QuickBooks provides entrepreneurs with practical training in managing business finances efficiently. \nParticipants learn how to set up accounts\, categorize transactions\, reconcile statements\, and generate essential financial reports such as Profit & Loss and Cash Flow statements. This interactive session builds confidence and financial clarity for small business growth. \nLaptops or other devices are encouraged; the Learning Center can provide a device if needed. \nParking: \n\nParking in the CSU East Garage will be validated after each session for those who register.\nMetered parking and RTA transportation are also available.\nEnter through the double doors next to the surface parking lot and turn right to find the Learning Center.\n\nRestrooms and vending are located on the first floor in the hallway near the elevators.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/organize-your-financials-with-quickbooks-6
LOCATION:CSU Learning Center\, 2485 Euclid Ave.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cleveland Learning Centers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261203T193000
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SUMMARY:Greater Cleveland Tech Community Holiday Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with the Greater Cleveland tech community at our annual Holiday Party — an evening dedicated to connection\, collaboration\, and appreciation for the region’s growing innovation ecosystem. \nJoin technology professionals\, entrepreneurs\, educators\, and community leaders from across Greater Cleveland for a fun evening of networking\, conversation\, and celebration. \nTogether\, we’ll honor the accomplishments of our vibrant tech community and look forward to another year of growth\, innovation\, and collaboration.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/greater-cleveland-tech-community-holiday-celebration-2026
LOCATION:Wild Eagle Saloon\, 5001 E Royalton Rd\, Broadview Heights\, OH\, 44117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260610T173947Z
CREATED:20260610T173947Z
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SUMMARY:AI Roundtable: AI in Consulting & Professional Services: Reinventing Expertise
DESCRIPTION:From Deloitte to boutique firms\, consulting is being rewritten by AI. This session examines how AI is transforming research\, analysis\, client delivery\, capacity modeling\, and solution design. \nParticipants will share examples of AI co-pilots\, automated report generation\, and tools that elevate the consultant’s value instead of replacing it.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/ai-roundtable-ai-in-consulting-professional-services-reinventing-expertise
LOCATION:GCP’s Shatten Boardroom\, 1240 Huron Road East #300\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business,Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261210T180000
DTSTAMP:20261007T195700Z
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SUMMARY:Trailblazer Fall Showcase - HealthTech
DESCRIPTION:Connecting healthcare innovators with investors and industry leaders to accelerate the future of health technology. \nExperience the future of healthcare innovation at this quarterly showcase featuring the latest cohort of JumpStart’s Trailblazer healthcare startups. Connect with entrepreneurs\, investors\, and industry leaders shaping the next generation of healthcare solutions. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nLive pitch presentations from breakthrough healthcare startups\nPre-matched investor meetings\nNetworking lunch\nEvening reception\n\nJoin healthcare investors\, industry executives\, entrepreneurs\, and innovation leaders for a full day of insights\, connections\, and opportunities in the rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/trailblazer-fall-showcase-healthtech
LOCATION:Warren E. Anderson MidTown Collaboration Center\, 1974 E. 66th Street\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260330T150736Z
CREATED:20260326T181336Z
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SUMMARY:Free Coworking Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Bounce for Free Coworking Day on the 4th Wednesday of every month! Bring your task list\, schedule a meeting and join us for part or all of the day. This is a great way to see what we have to offer and get to know the community in The Generator at Bounce.
URL:https://jumpstartinc.org/event/free-coworking-day/2026-12-23
LOCATION:Bounce Innovation Hub\, 526 South Main Street\, Akron\, OH\, 44311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tech
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