Cleveland Tech Week is an annual multi-day event that celebrates and showcases the vibrant technology and innovation ecosystem in Cleveland, Ohio, bringing together the region's most innovative tech professionals, companies, and community leaders to connect, collaborate, and accelerate the growth of the local tech industry.

The Ohio Collateral Enhancement Program 2.0 (CEP) provides pledged cash collateral to lenders to enhance loan collateral coverage for small businesses, minority-owned businesses, and women-owned businesses in Ohio, enabling greater access to capital for growth and expansion.

The Lakeland Community College Entrepreneurship Center fosters entrepreneurship by providing resources, training, and support for small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Lake and Geauga counties.

The NIH Seed Fund supports innovators in turning their discoveries into health solutions by providing funding opportunities, technical and business assistance, and collaboration with academic institutions. Its goal is to empower scientists and entrepreneurs to bring their discoveries to patients.

The SBIR Federal & State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program enhances the SBIR/STTR ecosystem by providing funding and support to increase participation from underrepresented groups in small business innovation funding.

Shop Small in Downtown Cleveland promotes local businesses, featuring unique shops like Apple Jax Toys, Clevo Books, and Intro Boutique, offering a diverse range of products from vintage toys to independent literature.

The Old Brooklyn Commercial Corridor Collab is a networking initiative aimed at empowering local small businesses and enhancing the economic vitality of Old Brooklyn's commercial corridors through collaboration, resource sharing, and community engagement.

The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber Business Gateway is a collaborative workspace designed for small business owners, freelancers, and remote workers, offering flexible office solutions and networking opportunities in a supportive community.

VacationLand Federal Credit Union offers a range of business loan products, including commercial real estate loans, term loans, and lines of credit, to help local entrepreneurs and small businesses in Sandusky, Vermilion, Norwalk, and Huron access the funding they need to grow and thrive.

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.

The City of Beachwood, Ohio is a premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination in Northeast Ohio, known for its strong economic base, robust business resources, and vibrant community life. The city is committed to supporting the growth and development of its business community through a comprehensive suite of programs and incentives.

The City of Cleveland's Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) oversees the Community Benefits Ordinance and works to expand opportunities for Cleveland's small, minority, and women-owned businesses to participate in City projects and development.

The Stark Entrepreneurship Alliance is a virtual network that provides a ""one-stop shop"" to assist early-stage and start-up companies in Stark County, Ohio with all aspects of creating and growing their businesses, including consulting, financing, product innovation, and more. The alliance leverages a diverse set of partner organizations to support entrepreneurial activity and drive economic growth in the region.

Our mission is to be trusted stewards of Ohio’s Treasury, wise investors in Ohio’s future, and bold innovators committed to improving people’s lives. This is our Request for Proposals page that we update regularly.

The Global Cyber Alliance (GCA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing cyber risk through collaboration, education, and innovative cybersecurity tools, focusing on protecting mission-based organizations and small businesses globally.

The NSF Seed Fund for Biological Technologies provides up to \$2 million in seed funding for innovative small businesses in the U.S. focused on developing transformative biological technologies, with no equity taken.

Terra State’s SBDC has been on campus since 1988 providing confidential one-to-one advising and entrepreneurial training programs to prospective and existing small business owners in Erie, Ottawa, Sandusky and Seneca Counties. Services are free of charge, although fees may be charged for workshops or seminars.

The Mentor Economic Assistance Corporation (MEACO) Services is a non-profit organization that provides financial literacy education, business mentorship, and access to capital to support economic development in underserved communities.

CLEworx is a coworking space in Cleveland, Ohio that provides flexible workspace, premium amenities, and a supportive community for entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. Operated by The Finch Group, CLEworx transforms the traditional office setting into an open, collaborative, and innovative environment.

The NVBDC views entrepreneurship as another form of employment and believes that helping our veterans succeed in business helps them, their families and the communities in which they reside.