SUMMER VENDING OPPORTUNITIES

WOW! WADE OVAL WEDNESDAYS FOOD VENDOR APPLICATION NOW OPEN!

WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays will return in 2023 and vendor selection is already underway! A mandatory deposit equal to your weekly payment is required to apply ($135 - $150 depending on GCBA membership status).

There is no deadline to apply, the application will be available until there are enough vendors to fill the season (typically in March). Stay tuned for food vending and institutional activity applications for Parade the Circe! Questions? Contact Anna Zavoda by email or by phone at 216-707-5082

GCBA MEMBER NEWS

WELCOME TO LAST MONTH'S NEW MEMBERS

Carnival Cravings Colvin's Sweet Creamery Zingales Creative Catering Manna Food Truck Beckham's B&M BBQ

T Rice Communications AAA of East Central Realtor Davetta Reynolds Lu Jax Catering Elena's Flowers

CITIZENS SMALL BUSINESS COMMUNITY CHAMPION AWARD

WIN $10,000 FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS!

The 2023 Small Business Community Champion Contest in open until February 7th! This award will go to 30 businesses that go the extra mile in community involvement. Be prepared to respond to questions about how your business excels in community involvement and how you would continue with the prize money. Citizens is dedicated to supporting their surrounding neighborhoods and businesses that share their vision.

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

MEET THE LENDERS!

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is leading a FREE matchmaking style event which will link small businesses with financing needs to active and engaged SBA lenders. At this program you will: Speak with multiple, selected SBA-backed lenders. Introduce your business need, get critical feedback, and begin the loan application process. Get a feel for what lenders are looking for in a positive, friendly, neutral environment. Improve your chances of getting a loan for your business! Learn more and register today!

Cleveland State University Monte Ahuja College of Business 1860 E. 18th Street. Cleveland, OH 44115 Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Questions? Contact Anna Zavoda by email or phone at 216-707-5082.

DESTINATION CLEVELAND SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING SERIES

This FREE series is designed to give local, diverse hospitality businesses the tools they need to get the most out of their marketing abilities. The workshop series will be split into four different classes, each tailored to unique marketing specialties.

Class Schedule: Websites & Digital Tools Monday, February 6th, 8:00 a.m. A "How to Guide" for Social Media & Influencer Marketing Monday, March 13th, 8:00 a.m. Search Engine Optimized Content Strategy Tips & Tricks Monday, May 15th, 8:00 a.m. Earned Media Strategies 101 Monday, June 26th, 8:00 a.m.

Cleveland Metropolitan Conference Center 1375 East 9th Street, Floor #2 Cleveland, OH 44114 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  Join Today!

Support for the Greater Circle Business Alliance is provided by:

Greater Circle Business Alliance | Website

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