The Air Force Tech Connect and Space Force Tech Connect are initiatives by the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force aimed at driving innovation through partnerships with external entities like small businesses, academia, industry, and entrepreneurs. Their mission is to connect these potential partners with experts and opportunities within the Air Force and Space Force science and technology ecosystem, leveraging external innovations that can have a transformational impact on U.S. air, space, and cyber capabilities.

Grow America Innovation Lending is a mission-driven small business lender offering loans up to \$5 million with a focus on responsible lending practices that prioritize business growth. They provide a range of loan programs, including SBA 7(a) loans and community loan funds, and offer resources to help small businesses navigate cash flow challenges and other financial hurdles.

An engaging bowling networking night for project management professionals at AMF Riviera Lanes.

As a special service to our business community, we host quarterly Business Workshops. Contact our Employer Services Team, if you’d like to attend a Business Workshop or if you have a suggestion for a topic of interest to you.

The Ashtabula Chamber Certificates of Origin is a service offered by the Greater Ashtabula Chamber of Commerce that provides businesses with the ability to create, submit, and print electronically certified Certificates of Origin and other export documents, facilitating faster customs clearance and productivity gains.

Learn how to make better bid/no-bid decisions in just 30 minutes through AI tools and frameworks.

Learn how to protect your startup's intellectual property and avoid common mistakes.

The Cleveland State University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship offers a range of programs and resources to support entrepreneurship and innovation, including the Weston Ideation Lab, Startup Vikes immersion experience, and access to a Small Business Development Center.

The Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber Events fosters community engagement and business networking through a variety of events, including ribbon cuttings, coffee networking sessions, and educational workshops.

COhatch Ohio City is a vibrant coworking and community space in the heart of Cleveland's historic Ohio City neighborhood, offering a variety of amenities and a dynamic environment for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and professionals.

The City of Willoughby Facade Improvement Program offers matching grants of up to \$10,000 to enhance the curb appeal of commercial properties, fostering community reinvestment and visual impact.

The U.S. Commercial Service, Cleveland is a government agency that assists U.S. small and medium-sized businesses in entering or expanding into international markets, providing a range of services to help companies succeed globally, including market research, trade event support, and export financing assistance.

An in-person workshop to enhance access to federal government contracts and opportunities.

A webinar on SBA loan programs, eligibility requirements, and application process for small businesses.

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.

Cuyahoga County Manufacturing Career Exploration is an initiative aimed at connecting individuals with career opportunities in the manufacturing sector through hands-on experiences and educational resources.

A networking event celebrating small business success and future possibilities.

Learn how to do business with local transit organizations.

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.

The Northeast Ohio High Field NMR Facility at Case Western Reserve University is a state-of-the-art research center that provides access to high-field NMR spectrometers (500 MHz, 600 MHz, and 700 MHz) and expert technical support to characterize the structure, dynamics, and interactions of molecules in solution, including small organic compounds and large biological macromolecules.