8/18/2026 Issue
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Manufacturing Workforce Summit — Apprenticeship to Entrepreneurship (Cleveland, OH)
The Manufacturing Workforce Summit brings together industrial leaders, educators, and regional policymakers to explore strategies for scaling skilled-trade talent across Northeast Ohio. Key sessions focus on developing modern apprenticeship pipelines, supporting career pathways into industrial entrepreneurship, and implementing workforce retention strategies to strengthen the regional manufacturing ecosystem.
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ECDI — Small Business Resource & Capital Intake (Cleveland, OH)
The Economic Community Development Institute (ECDI) is collecting intake requests from small business owners and entrepreneurs across Ohio seeking access to capital and technical assistance. Submissions help connect local businesses with micro-lending programs, customized business coaching, incubator space, and specialized training resources to support operational growth and capacity building across the state.
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Cleveland State University SBDC — Customer-Focused Marketing Workshop (Cleveland, OH)
The Small Business Development Center at Cleveland State University is hosting a practical workshop on customer-focused marketing strategies for small business owners. The session covers identifying target audiences, crafting clear value propositions, aligning marketing tactics with customer behavior, and refining messaging to drive engagement and sustainable business growth across regional markets.
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Cleveland State University SBDC — Startup Essentials Workshop (Cleveland, OH)
The Small Business Development Center at Cleveland State University hosts a Startup Essentials workshop. Designed for prospective and early-stage entrepreneurs, the session covers fundamental steps for launching a business in Ohio, including legal structuring, business registration, financial planning basics, and access to SBDC business advising resources.
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JumpStart — Free Social Media Strategy Deep Dive Workshop
JumpStart and Dream Team Marketing are offering a free six-part workshop series on AI-enhanced social media strategy for growth-stage small businesses. Running Tuesdays from September 1 through October 8 (10:00 AM–12:00 PM), the practical sessions cover AI-driven organic content creation, targeted paid ads, influencer partnerships, and analytics measurement.
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JumpStart — Trailblazer Software Accelerator Startup Showcase (Cleveland, OH)
JumpStart and sponsor Big Kitty Labs host the Trailblazer Software Accelerator Startup Showcase, highlighting venture-ready B2B software founders presenting live pitches built for scale. The event features curated networking with regional investors and a B2B tech panel with Hyland Software and Keyfactor executives, moderated by Kris Beck.
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Ohio Department of Development — College Technology Internship Program Applications Open (State of Ohio)
The Ohio Department of Development is accepting business and student applications for the College Technology Internship Program. The state program pairs Ohio tech companies with skilled college talent for high-tech roles. Participating businesses receive up to 50% wage reimbursement, capped at $10,000 per intern, helping regional employers expand tech capacity while building the local workforce pipeline.
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Ohio Department of Development — Ohio Export Internship Program Results & 2027 Applications (State of Ohio)
The Ohio Department of Development announced results from the Ohio Export Internship Program, connecting university students with local businesses to expand international trade and enter nearly 500 global markets. Participating host companies receive up to 50 percent of wages reimbursed. The Department is now accepting applications from companies to host paid export interns for the summer 2027 cycle.
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Burton D. Morgan Foundation — Entrepreneur Networking Night (Hudson, OH)
The Burton D. Morgan Foundation is hosting an entrepreneur networking event. Designed for local founders, innovators, and ecosystem partners, the gathering offers a high-signal environment to connect with peer operators, share business updates, and explore regional growth resources across the Northeast Ohio entrepreneurial community.
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SBA Ohio District Office — Manufacturing Workforce Summit: Apprenticeship to Entrepreneurship
SBA Made in America Initiative. 3 sessions across the state of Ohio helping manufacturing businesses scale and grow their operations.
Create a ready supply of new talent
Maximize productivity
Develop your workforce team
Business transition, succession, and renewal
Tour of workforce facilities
Register
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