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West Park Kamm's Neighborhood Development is a nonprofit organization dedicated to revitalizing and enhancing the West Park Kamm's neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio through community-driven initiatives focused on economic development, affordable housing, and public infrastructure improvements.

Disability:IN is a leading organization dedicated to advancing disability inclusion in business by partnering with over 550 companies to enhance workplace accessibility and drive impactful change through initiatives, research, and benchmarking tools like the Disability Index®.

The City of Lakewood Economic Development focuses on enhancing the local economy through community wellness, commercial development, and infrastructure improvements, ensuring a vibrant and sustainable environment for residents and businesses.

The National Science Foundation's Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) Directorate is a dynamic new organization that is accelerating the development and translation of breakthrough technologies, fostering innovation ecosystems, and cultivating a diverse STEM workforce to bolster U.S. competitiveness and address critical societal challenges.

CentroVilla25: Cleveland's Premier Latino Market & Food Hall CentroVilla25 is a transformative project in Cleveland's Clark-Fulton neighborhood, creating a cultural and economic hub for the Latino community through micro retail spaces, a commercial kitchen, and a business innovation center.

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The Stark County Minority Business Association (SCMBA) is dedicated to supporting and empowering minority-owned businesses in Stark County through advocacy, resources, and networking opportunities.

UX Akron is a non-profit user experience community in Northeast Ohio that offers free in-person and online events to share knowledge, networking, and increase awareness of UX. Their flagship event, ""AI Success Stories"", brings together professionals to share practical experiences and lessons learned from implementing AI in their work.

Main Street Wellington is a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing and strengthening the Wellington community through collaboration, events, and initiatives that support local businesses, schools, and community organizations.

Venture Catalysts is a 501c3 non-profit that builds inclusive ecosystems through the development and strategic support for large-scale ecosystem partnerships, entrepreneurship events, funding, and growth programs. We create ecosystem-as-a-service (EaaS) to help founders gain acceleration, investment, or revenue growth. We help entrepreneurs and corporate/org partners find optimized, custom ecosystem paths.

Carroll County, located in Ohio, is a vibrant community governed by 14 elected officials, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through effective governance and community development initiatives.

The Kent State University Brain Health Research Institute (BHRI) is dedicated to advancing the understanding of brain function and addressing neurological disorders through innovative research and educational outreach.

The Lake Development Authority (LDA) is the economic development arm of the Lake County Commissioners, dedicated to accelerating the growth and prosperity of the region through tailored guidance and resources in areas such as financing, partnership, spaces, transportation, and community development.

The Erie Regional Planning Commission is the economic development authority for Erie County, Ohio, responsible for coordinating a range of initiatives to attract businesses, create jobs, and foster a thriving regional economy.

Ohio Third Frontier is an internationally recognized, technology-based economic development initiative that is successfully changing the trajectory of Ohio’s economy. Third Frontier works with innovative startup companies across the state, making Ohio the destination for technology entrepreneurs. This robust network of resources helps take advanced ideas and turn them into new technology businesses.

Formed in 1979, the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA) cultivates a future in which sustainable and organic farmers thrive, local food nourishes our communities, and agricultural practices protect and enhance our environment.

The West Shore Chamber of Commerce is a vibrant business organization serving the western suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, with over 367 member businesses. The Chamber's newly launched Member Directory provides an advanced search platform to help members connect and access valuable contact information.

The Veale Institute for Entrepreneurship at Case Western Reserve University is a comprehensive hub for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, providing resources, education, and support to students, faculty, and alumni to help them turn their ideas into successful ventures.

Girls in Technology (GIT) is a volunteer-driven program that provides opportunities for middle school girls in Maryland and Virginia to explore and cultivate their interest in technology, with the goal of increasing the number of girls, especially from underserved communities, who can envision and achieve a path for education and careers in tech fields.