This session will take a closer look at wind and solar technology and you will learn about what's new in these industries and where they are heading. The speakers will use current projects to review site requirements, installation, maintenance, cost, savings and environmental impact in addition to the law as it pertains to the rights to light, air and water. Topics that will be discussed are renewable energy credits and power purchase agreements and how they can make a project feasible.

We invite you to join us at one of Brunswick's best sports bars, Wingz, for our upcoming COSE Member MeetUp. Enjoy a pint of your favorite cold brew from their huge tap selection and delicious wings (p.s. the BBQ is our favorite) courtesy of PNC. Make new contacts as you cheer on your favorite team during this year’s college basketball championship!

Calling all small business owners! Would you like direct access to members of the Ohio General Assembly and public policy staff? Join us in Columbus for COSE Day at the Capitol on Wednesday April 10 where you will have the unique opportunity to meet with policymakers and discuss ways in which we can work together to enhance the small business climate in Ohio.

The Greater Cleveland Partnership’s Business Development Team, in collaboration with OHTec , Northeast Ohio Council on Higher Education (NOCHE) and RITE will host the "Linking IT Talent Job Fair" on Wednesday April 10, 2019 from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Brecksville Community Center. This is a FREE event for current students, recent graduates, and professionals to meet with leading Northeast Ohio companies to explore IT internship and job opportunities.

These technology business awards shed light on innovative companies and leaders. They help OHTec promote this region as a remarkable place to work and live, where savvy companies are doing great things. We’re proud to have recognized so many great companies, innovative products and inspiring leaders over the past 13 years.

Cleveland has a reputation for being a foodie town. But coming up quickly at it's heels is our exploding beer scene. Breweries are popping up not only across the city, but into our suburbs as well. With all of the flow of this new beer in this town, grabbing a great craft beer is readily accessible no matter what neighborhood you are in. Join us at one of Ohio City's best brew pubs, Saucy Brew Works. Entrepreneur Brent Zimmerman and Brew Master Eric Anderson started this brewery as a small business situated in the heart of Cleveland, but have recently experienced expansion across the state thanks to their keg distribution this past July. Join us as we cheers to one of Cleveland's growing industries.

Join us for the next free, live episode of the COSE WebEd Series, where you’ll discover the secrets of how to easily terminate an employee without the pain of lawsuits and drama. You’ll also learn about the laws you need to consider when terminating someone; how to pull off the most difficult types of involuntary terminations; the steps to follow after you fired someone; and much more!

Join us for a day focused on helping your small business access the resources, support and opportunities you need to grow. Hosted by the Business Growth Collaborative—a network of 11 entrepreneurial support organizations in Northeast Ohio—the day is structured to allow business owners and their teams gain access to the specific tools that best match their unique needs at no cost to the small business. 

Save the date for the B2B Matchmaker!

Say goodbye to Potlucks, White Elephant and Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties! Join us at the Big Party for Small Business – the ultimate holiday party for your staff along with other Cleveland small businesses.