Topic: Entrepreneurialism and Innovation

 

According to Reuters, entrepreneurs are helping makeover Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Praised as a “hotbed of innovation” by the news service, The Plus region offers a vast entrepreneurial ecosystem that is enabling entrepreneurs to thrive.

Programs like the Ohio Third Frontier have added nearly 55,000 jobs throughout the state while organizations such as JumpStart have helped client companies raise more than $319 million in follow-on capital. In addition, our region has been recognized by President Obama as a model for small business success thanks to all those involved in the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

For recent news and information concerning entrepreneurialism and innovation in The Plus, continue reading the articles below.

Entrepreneurs in Training
Posted by ThePlus - 05.02.2012

Entrepreneurship is a vital component to Northeast Ohio’s future. Recognizing this, universities, colleges and even high schools are developing programs to train a new generation of entrepreneurs.

Continue Reading Entrepreneurs in Training
Northeast Ohio Cashing in on ‘Cash Mobs’ Phenomenon
Posted by ThePlus - 05.02.2012

Cleveland has helped fuel a national phenomenon, which is geared towards supporting local businesses.

Continue Reading Northeast Ohio Cashing in on ‘Cash Mobs’ Phenomenon
Ohio Tops Out Nation in Governor’s Cup Race
Posted by ThePlus - 05.01.2012

Beating out rival states Texas, Pennsylvania and North Carolina, Ohio takes the coveted Governor’s Cup for 2011 – a title which carries much clout in the economic development community.

Continue Reading Ohio Tops Out Nation in Governor’s Cup Race
A Revival in Youngstown
Posted by ThePlus - 02.14.2012

Recent trends in Youngstown demonstrate how the city is poised to become a booming metropolis once again.

Continue Reading A Revival in Youngstown