Programmed for growth

Every small business is unique, but many face similar challenges on the path to growth. That’s why JumpStart offers a variety of tailored programs to support business owners across industries. 

Whatever your industry or goals, we’re here to connect you with the tools, knowledge and resources you need to succeed. 

The Next Step For Your Growing Business

JumpStart’s Small Business Impact Program is the region’s leading small business accelerator. This free 12-week experience helps entrepreneurs refine their skills through hands-on learning and personalized guidance in a supportive peer cohort. The program focuses on financial projections and capital pitches, culminating in a pitch competition where participants vie for significant grant funding of up to $20,000.
The Impact Program takes place multiple times per year in two Northeast Ohio locations:

In Cleveland

To be considered for the Cleveland Impact Program, entrepreneurs must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Operate a business within the Greater Cleveland area
  • Meet with a business advisor during the application process
  • Generate more than $100,000 in annual revenue

In Stark County

To apply for the Stark County Impact Program, entrepreneurs must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Operate a business within Stark County
  • Meet with a business advisor during the application process
  • Generate more than $25,000 in annual revenue

Focused Courses for Every Business Owner

No matter what stage you’re in, we’re here to help you access the resources you need. Up-and-coming businesses can take advantage of our curriculum-based learning opportunities to help build the foundation for growing a small business.

Programa Impacto

El distintivo programa JumpStart Impacto es un programa grupal educativo intensivo de 9 semanas para pequeños empresarios.

Blueprint Program

This free five-week program is designed to help new small business owners lay the foundation for business growth.

Education From The Experts

JumpStart offers free educational workshops on a wide variety of topics, from capital readiness and go-to-market strategy to financial projections and growth strategy. Our workshops are industry and stage-specific. Completing an application does not guarantee participation. Qualifying companies are evaluated by a member of the JumpStart team who will alert the candidates that are selected.

Upcoming Workshops

Growing Gains

Thursday, March 27th-April 17th
Apply by March 17th

We’ve teamed up with Xposeyour Solutions to provide valuable strategies and insights designed to help you grow your business, strengthen your team, and optimize your operations.

Learn More & Apply

Digital Marketing

Tuesdays, May 20th – July 1st
Apply by May 12th

We’ve partnered with The Annek Group to offer a free deep dive focused on developing the foundations for a sound and sustainable digital marketing strategy for your business.

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Our Commitment To Digital Inclusion
JumpStart will work to accommodate individuals with technology and/or internet connectivity challenges who would like to participate. Please note that it will be challenging to fully participate in most of our workshops for those who rely on a cell phone to tune into the online instruction. To discuss technology and/or internet connectivity solutions with JumpStart, please email patty.ajdukiewicz@jumpstartinc.org.

Monthly Business Assistance Webinars

Take advantage of JumpStart’s free, virtual webinar sessions that offer practical business education to qualified entrepreneurs.

  • How PARA Business Systems and Notion Can Help You Achieve Rapid Growth & Peace of Mind

    April 23 @ 12:00pm - 2:00pm

  • Work Smarter, Not Harder: How Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Generative AI

    March 19 @ 12:00pm - 2:00pm

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