2025 IGNITE Appalachia Washington County
2025-05-06 - 2025-06-24 | Marietta College, 215 5th St, Marietta, Ohio, 45750
Do you have an idea for a business? Bring it to life with our free Business Bootcamp program. Join our eight-week bootcamp to build your network, refine your business plan and gain expert guidance at no cost.
Get access to the resources and support you need to take your small business to new heights.
We believe in the power of small businesses and their ability to make a difference. That’s why we’ve partnered with nine expert organizations to provide specialized support to small businesses in the Appalachian region. Our goal is to help you access the resources and expertise you need to take your business to new heights.

Ohio VC Fest '25
2025-09-16 - 2025-09-17 | Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH, 44113, United States
🚀 Ohio VC Fest 2025 — Ohio’s Premier Startup & Venture Capital Event is Back!
Join us September 16–17 in Cleveland for Ohio VC Fest 2025—the Midwest’s premier gathering of founders, investors, and innovation leaders. Experience game-changing keynotes, startup pitch competitions with a shot at $1M, and curated venture connections that spark real deals. Don’t miss this two-day celebration of bold ideas and breakthrough growth.

Techstars Columbus Startup Showcase
2025-10-23 16:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 1739 N High Street Columbus OH, 1739 N High Street, Columbus, OH, 43210
✨ TechGrowth is excited to share the upcoming Techstars Columbus Startup Showcase – Powered by Breakaway on Thursday, October 24, in Columbus, Ohio.
This dynamic evening kicks off at 4:30 PM with a Startup Crawl, where you can connect with Techstars Columbus alumni companies. From there, enjoy a Happy Hour featuring local artist performances and plenty of networking with Ohio’s vibrant innovation community.
At 6:45 PM, the spotlight turns to Startup Pitches, as founders take the stage to showcase what they’re building. The evening wraps up with a concert by Flicker//Fade—a celebration of community, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit.
👉 Register here to attend
