CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY CARD SEEKING VENDORS!
The Case Western Reserve University Community Card is an official CWRU identification card that allows residents of East Cleveland, and Cleveland Ward 6, 7, and 9 access to services and amenities on the CWRU campus as well as discounts and special offers from participating local businesses.

The goal of the program is to create a stronger connection between CWRU and the communities surrounding the campus and allow residents and neighbors to feel welcomed as part of the University Circle community.

Discounts and special offers can be as specific as you would like them to be. If interested in becoming a participating vendor please click apply now, to learn more about the program please click visit now.
Questions?
Contact Anna Zavoda by email
or by phone at 216-707-5082
GCBA MEMBER NEWS
WELCOME TO LAST MONTH'S NEW MEMBERS
  • Cleveland Blaze / BO's Smokey Sticks
  • Care Alliance Health Center
  • Env Properties
  • XB Mobile Gaming
  • Catlin Naturals
  • Infinity Adventures LLC
JUMPSTART'S SMALL BUSINESS IMPACT PROGRAM
The Small Business Impact Program is an intensive 12-week group-based education program that provides promising entrepreneurs:

  • Focused business advising
  • Education on various essential business topics
  • Impactful tools and resources to help business owners pursue growth

The program places a special emphasis on financial projections and capital pitches, culminating in a pitch competition where participants will present to a panel of judges for a chance to take home up to $10,000.

Deadline to apply for the upcoming cohort is Monday, May 8th. Participants of this cohort must commit to attending classes from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm each Wednesday morning, June 7th through August 9th. Click apply now to learn more about eligibility criteria.
Questions?
Contact Anna Zavoda by email
or by phone at 216-707-5082
CONTRACTORS ASSISTANCE ASSOCIATION SPRING SOCIAL
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Tuesday May 9, 2023
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Hi and Dry
2221 Professor Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Questions?
Contact Anna Zavoda by email
or by phone at 216-707-5082
THE PRESIDENTS' COUNCIL SUMMER
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
IS YOUR BUSINESS IN NEED OF A LITTLE EXTRA HELP?
The Presidents' Council Summer Internship Program offers businesses the opportunity to:

  • Mentor and develop the next generation of entrepreneurs
  • Receive Grant funds to pay for internships
  • Boost business with additional help

The deadline to apply is Monday, May 8, 2023.
Questions?
Contact Anna Zavoda by email
or by phone at 216-707-5082
ABOUT THE GREATER CIRCLE BUSINESS ALLIANCE
The Greater Circle Business Alliance (GCBA) aims to promote and support businesses in and around University Circle while enhancing the quality of life for our connected communities. We will do this through:
  • Workshops that enhance marketing, financial, and leadership skills
  • Vending opportunities at University Circle Events and Institutions 
  • Business networking and peer support for owners and entrepreneurs 
  • Marketing and exposure opportunities to both B2B and B2C businesses and organizations 
Support for the Greater Circle Business Alliance is provided by:
Greater Circle Business Alliance | Website