As entrepreneurs grow their businesses and transition into the next phase of ownership, they face new challenges in leadership, operations and growth planning. They need to level up their skills and strategy to ensure their business is sustainable, agile and scalable.
To support these established business owners who are ready to grow beyond Northeast Ohio, we’ve expanded the continuum of education JumpStart offers entrepreneurs with a new program – ScaleReady.
For nearly 10 years, our flagship Small Business Impact Program focused on helping local early-stage entrepreneurs build foundational stability and sharpen their business acumen through peer-learning sessions, financial advising and pitch competition showcase.
Now, as its successor, ScaleReady will help entrepreneurs shift their mindset from working in the business to working on it with strategic coaching, advanced education and hands-on support that culminates in a “Capital Ask” deliverable.
At JumpStart we pride ourselves on meeting entrepreneurs wherever they are on their journey. By further drilling down on their specific needs, we can connect them with the right programs and advisors to move forward. The new ScaleReady curriculum offers advanced tools, targeted support and systems-focused advising.
We’re excited to share the 11 businesses that have been selected for ScaleReady’s inaugural cohort. These entrepreneurs represent some of the most promising small businesses in the area that can have a real impact on Ohio’s economy.
Be Browed Etcetera LLC | Brensha Searcy
Be Browed Etcetera is a Cleveland-area permanent makeup studio and academy offering services like ombré brows, lip blush, scar camouflage, and permanent eyeliner. Be Browed is home to Ohio’s only state-accredited permanent makeup school, and its training program is AAM accredited.
The Golden Room | Maurissa Thomas
The Golden Room Salon is a full-service beauty salon where self-care, connection, and expert service come together. Our commitment extends beyond our main salon to senior communities through our retirement home salon hubs, ensuring beauty and well-being remain available to all. Our mission is to be a trusted, long-term partner in our client’s beauty journey, helping every client look and feel their absolute best.
Concession Stand Global | Justin Boyd
Concession Stand Global is a Cleveland-based sneaker restoration and apparel boutique with unique features like a full-service cereal bar and “sneaker wisdom” consultations. It’s the blend of premium sneaker care, limited apparel drops, in-store customer experiences and amenities like slippers and champagne, and community events (e.g. DJ Saturdays, raffles) that makes it a lifestyle hub.
Ready Set Coffee | Molly Allen
Ready Set! Coffee Roasters is a remarkable small-batch coffee roaster that goes above and beyond to redefine the art of coffee. Founded by a dynamic sibling duo, this coffee hub brings together specialty blends and carefully sourced beans from over 10 countries, including Ethiopia, Brazil and Colombia.
It’s A Wrap, LLC | Jeff Jones
It’s a Wrap, LLC specializes in customized art – wraps – that transform the look of cars, trucks, motorcycles and boats as well as vinyl building graphics and window perforation for both individuals and businesses. Based in Akron, It’s A Wrap helps companies showcase their brand and reach new customers with compelling, can’t-miss advertising.
Nulife Fitness Camp | Miesha Wilson
NuLife Fitness Camp is a Cleveland-area boot camp–style fitness studio that blends high-intensity group workouts with personalized accountability, nutrition coaching, and body-composition assessments. They differentiate themselves by offering 3D body scans, virtual on-demand and livestream classes (NuLife TV), and structured challenges like 28- and 60-day programs to keep members engaged.
Olivia Rose Confections | Saidah Farrell
A woman-owned artisanal brand, Olivia Rose Confections creates specialty marshmallow and gourmet hot chocolate experiences through two signature brands, Joy Craft Coco and Marshmallow of the Month Club. Using clean, inclusive ingredients (no dairy, no artificial additives) to produce small-batch confections, recipe ideas and more, the brand is backed by a mission rooted in comfort and indulgence.
MR PC, Inc. | Mark Wolanzyk
Specializing in tailored, affordable IT support, MR PC ensures businesses of all sizes can access high-quality IT services. From startups to established businesses, MR PC streamlines IT operations and helps businesses run safely, securely and operational every step of the way.
The Healing Studio | Mimillia May
The Healing Studio is a metaphysical and wellness sanctuary in Chagrin Falls, Ohio that offers services like energy healing, sound baths, tarot and intuitive readings, and spiritual workshops. Focusing on nervous system regulation, holistic integration of mind-body-spirit and fostering community, The Healing Studio also features curated retail including crystals, oracle decks, and spiritual tools.
The Studio Salon Group | Rachelle Yarnell
The Studio Salon is a full-service salon and spa, offering hair, makeup, nail, hair-restoration and wedding services where they blend creativity with customer experience. As a Paul Mitchell Focus Salon, it emphasizes up-to-date techniques like razor artistry and dry cutting, high-quality products and a personal touch.
Paws Play | Teressa Johnson
Veteran-owned and operated, Paws Play is a doggie daycare offering overnight boarding, full-service grooming, birthday “pawties,” daycare options and a selection of specialty products. The first venue of its kind in downtown Cleveland, Paws Play is focused on providing a secure and enjoyable environment for our beloved furbabies.
