Keri Betz Wins $10,000 at the Small Business Impact Program Showcase

Keri Betz, owner of Wiggles and Wash, a mobile dog and cat grooming service, won the top prize of $10K at the Stark County Small Business Impact Program Showcase. On Tuesday night, Keri, along with four other local entrepreneurs, presented their businesses to a live audience and panel of judges in a friendly pitch competition

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Local Business Owner Shay Searcy Wins $10K at the Impact Program Pitch Competition

On December 3rd, Brensha “Shay” Searcy, owner of Be Browed Etcetera Permanent Makeup Studio & Academy, the only one of its kind in Cleveland, won the top prize of $10K at the 22nd Small Business Impact Program Showcase. Jay.R Fogle, owner of 123 Appz, won the second-place prize of $5,000. Held at MAGNET’s newly renovated

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JumpStart Announces José Vasquéz as New Board Chair, Welcomes New Board Members

JumpStart is thrilled to announce the appointment of José Vasquéz as Chair of its Board of Directors. José succeeds Jeanne Coughlin, CEO of the Coughlin Group, who led JumpStart through three pivotal years of growth and transformation, including navigating a CEO transition and shaping a new three-year strategic plan. José officially assumed the role on

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Ohio VC Fest 2024 Concludes with Record-Breaking Attendance and New Investments

Ohio VC Fest, the state’s premier venture capital event, wrapped up another sold-out year with over 700 attendees from 6 countries and 27 states, fueling exciting connections and investments for Ohio’s growing startup community. Hosted by JumpStart and JumpStart Ventures, the two-day event held September 17 and 18 at the Huntington Convention Center brought together

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JumpStart Relocates Headquarters to Midtown Collaboration Center, Strengthening Innovation and Collaboration in Cleveland

JumpStart, a leading entrepreneurial support organization, is excited to announce its upcoming move to the Midtown Collaboration Center in Cleveland’s historic Hough neighborhood. In partnership with the Cleveland Foundation and MidTown Cleveland, JumpStart will co-locate with innovation and research organizations, including Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals, the Cleveland Institute of Art, and other prominent

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JumpStart Appoints Kathy Heflin as New Chief Financial Officer

JumpStart, a leading venture development organization supporting tech startups and small businesses, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Heflin as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With over 30 years of experience in strategic finance and operations, Heflin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Before joining JumpStart, Heflin

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Ohio Startups and Small Businesses Drive $1.7 Billion Economic Impact and Create 10,747 Jobs in 2023

JumpStart’s latest economic impact report reveals that in 2023, Ohio startups and small businesses generated over $1.7 billion in economic output and created or maintained 10,747 jobs. Prepared by Silverlode Consulting, the report highlights the substantial contributions of these businesses to the state’s economy, including revenue, wages, and tax contributions. Since 2010, these startups and

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JumpStart Ventures Awarded $35M To Invest In Promising Tech Startups Across Ohio

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted and the Ohio Department of Development have made a landmark investment in Ohio’s tech economy by announcing $86 million in funding awarded to venture capital funds across the state. JumpStart and JumpStart Ventures received $35 million, which will catalyze over $70 million in funding for innovative startups

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JumpStart Inc. Announces Major Expansion of Entrepreneurial Support Services to Health Tech and Software Startups in Ohio

JumpStart, a leading venture development organization providing capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, announces new accelerators that will enhance its support for technology startups across the state. New federal funding, tailored programming and an expanded network of subject matter experts build on JumpStart’s current offerings and leverage the organization’s established capabilities. For 20

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JumpStart Selects Five Small Businesses for 20th Impact Program Cohort

JumpStart proudly announces the five small businesses selected to participate in its 20th cohort of the Small Business Impact Program, marking a significant milestone in its history. Celebrating a landmark 20th year, JumpStart is doubling its commitment to supporting local businesses by increasing the Impact Program Showcase top prize to $20,000. This increase underscores JumpStart’s

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