PTACs Help Businesses with Government Contracts
For little or no charge Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) educate businesses to determine their abilities to compete for federal, state and local government contracts, register across government contract databases, and write and submit proposals.   more

10,000 Small Businesses Program Comes to Cleveland
Mayor Frank G. Jackson announced that the program, a partnership with Cuyahoga County and Goldman Sachs, will help businesses with economic growth, job creation, education, and access to capitol. Goldman Sachs has pledged $15 million to Cleveland for the program.   more

Small Business Loans to Boost Job Creation, Expansion
Small businesses needing financial assistance are encouraged to check into new small business loans available from the State. The funds help small businesses and manufacturers that are creditworthy, but not receiving financing to expand and create jobs.   more

Of Interest to Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
The Cuyahoga SBDC and MPG Management are offering a workshop geared to educating business owners on calculating profit, boosting the bottom line and creating a pricing strategy.   more

A Peek Inside the Cleveland Medical Mart!
Cleveland's Medical Mart & Convention is on track to open in summer 2013. In the meantime, take a sneak peek inside of the 1.1 million square foot campus of the world's first center for medical innovation, education and commerce.   more

Live Radio Program Offers Valuable Advice to Entrepreneurs
The “Entrepreneurs Club Radio” show on WELW-AM 1330 offers two hours of discussion and advice on the economy, investing and starting a business. It features successful entrepreneurs sharing knowledge about running and managing a startup.   more

Economic Development Department Highlights Major Projects
This report on major development projects undertaken by the City showcases those which provide significant investment in Cleveland, and highlights the public- private partnerships that are critical to the growth and success of the City.     more

Local Businesses Receive Preference on City Bids
The City of Cleveland has, for some time, given bid preferences for minority and female-owned businesses (more). In addition, there are business bid discounts available for small businesses and local sustainable businesses.   more

FirstEnergy Rider Exemptions Available
The Ohio Manufacturers' Association (OMA) is ready to help manufacturers determine if they are qualified to avoid the FirstEnergy rider. To determine qualifications, businesses can email or call 216.588.1440 ext. 117.   more

Working Capitol/Linked Deposits for Daycare Centers
Starting Point for child care and early education is a resource and referral agency, serving families, early childhood professionals and the community. This project links families with services, improves the quality of child care, and addresses issues of early education, among other functions   more