COhatch Beachwood is the largest COhatch location, offering a range of workspace solutions, event spaces, and amenities like a golf simulator in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Growth Capital Corporation Community Advantage Loan Program is a nonprofit initiative aimed at enhancing credit access for small businesses through SBA-backed loans, fostering economic growth and development.

The Ohio Business Week Foundation is dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial skills and business acumen among high school students through immersive educational programs and hands-on experiences.

The 11000 Cedar Startup Incubator at Case Western Reserve University is a dynamic hub designed to support and accelerate startups in healthcare and technology through access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.

Encore Venture Labs is a Cleveland-based venture studio focused on revitalizing the region's industrial heritage through innovation in advanced manufacturing, freshwater technology, workforce development, and clean energy.

Sears think[box] is a seven-story innovation center and makerspace at Case Western Reserve University that provides resources for entrepreneurship, innovation, and making. It is open to everyone at no cost and offers a variety of services, including prototyping and fabrication equipment, space to brainstorm, legal and business support, and guidance to create market-ready products.

The Ohio CDFI Loan Participation Program is a state-led initiative that partners with community development financial institutions to provide access to capital, technical assistance, and other resources to support the growth and success of minority-owned businesses in Ohio.

The Asian Business Directory of Cleveland is a comprehensive resource promoting Asian-owned businesses and services in the Greater Cleveland area, fostering community support and cultural exchange.

ScaleCo Capital is a private equity firm that partners with resilient businesses in the Great Lakes region, focusing on workplace safety, compliance, and professional development to drive sustainable growth and operational efficiency.

The Cleveland Business Journal is a leading local business news publication that provides comprehensive coverage and insights on the latest developments impacting the Cleveland, Ohio business community.

The City of North Royalton Storefront Renovation Rebate Program offers a 50%% rebate to local businesses for exterior building improvements, with an additional 5%% for sustainable components, to help revitalize the city's commercial districts.

Slavic Village Business Assistance is dedicated to supporting over 200 local businesses in Cleveland's Slavic Village, fostering growth, retention, and attracting new retail opportunities through various development initiatives.

The Shaker Heights Development Corporation (SHDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves as a community improvement agent for the City of Shaker Heights, Ohio, focused on enhancing the city's commercial development efforts and supporting the local business community, particularly minority and women-owned small businesses.

Infusing Entrepreneurship Across Baldwin Wallace University At BW, entrepreneurship is recognized as a way for students to convert passion for their majors into opportunities by building an entrepreneurial mindset. BW's programs and academic opportunities evolve from the belief that thinking and acting like an entrepreneur can help anyone navigate today's challenging world, regardless of career path. In addition to supporting students who have an interest in entrepreneurship, BW also works with alumni who may be looking for resources, which we offer through our business incubator, LaunchNET. We also partner with companies and organizations who are looking for students with an interest in entrepreneurship.

The Ohio Angel Collective (OAC) is an angel investor syndicate that invests in Ohio-based companies, providing a platform for angel investors to connect with early-stage startups and build diversified portfolios. The organization is committed to supporting entrepreneurship in Ohio and creating a lasting ecosystem of opportunity, innovation, and entrepreneurship across the state.

The Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce is a key advocate for local businesses, fostering economic growth and community engagement in the Cuyahoga Valley region.

Hello Alice is a platform that supports and empowers small businesses by providing resources, support, and opportunities for growth, including access to grants, loans, and a Small Business Mastercard. They also offer a Business Health Score™ assessment to help businesses track progress and access tailored resources for improvement.

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.

We are a venture firm at the intersection of entrepreneurship, breakthrough technologies, and mission-driven organizations.

North Coast Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in promising B2B SaaS startups in the Midwest, with a focus on backing superstar teams solving big problems and companies with demonstrated commercial traction.