Make Space For Community! — Susan Berg Herman, Chief Administrative Officer
The underlying good in all things is positive relationships. Therefore, connecting well is important. But sometimes, it’s not about trying to put yourself anywhere and everywhere to network. It’s about space. Intentionally thought-out space! You can create community with well-designed spaces that are intentional about making all those who enter feel welcome and wanting to […]
Why You Should Sell Before You’re Ready—Elyse Ball, VP, Programming
Riding a bike. Playing the guitar. Speaking in public. We’ve all mastered skills that can only be learned by doing. Sure, you can watch YouTube tutorials on bike riding, but at some point, the rubber has to hit the road. You have to try and practice and fail a little to truly master the skill. […]
Looking Beyond: How Bounce’s Workshop Series Continues to Expand in 2025
The Beyond Startup workshop series was launched by Bounce Innovation Hub in October 2024, designed for entrepreneurs looking to expand their skills and knowledge to scale their businesses effectively. The series ran through the end of last year, holding 5 total workshops with topics ranging from building a brand identity to sales prospecting. Over 70 […]
Bounce Innovation Hub Unveils Long-Awaited Second Floor Generator Expansion with Special VIP Reception
The Generator at Bounce Innovation Hub has long been a staple in the Northeast Ohio business community for professionals to work, connect, and grow. Opened in 2019, the first-floor Generator features ample seating and desk space, private offices, the Akron Coffee Roasters “Coffee Lab,” and multiple conference rooms for entrepreneurs and industry leaders to connect […]
Tech Founder Austin Kettner Shares Tools to Create an Effective Web Presence in Latest Beyond Startup Workshop at Bounce Innovation Hub
Austin Kettner is one of Bounce Innovation Hub’s Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR) with a long-standing history with the organization. He co-founded The Bit Factory, the blueprint for Bounce’s accelerator program, and helped design Bounce’s website. He is also co-founder of the software consulting agency Wonderkiln and has extensive experience creating software solutions for businesses. In developing its […]
Akron Coffee Roasters Coffee Lab Celebrates Grand Opening in Bounce Innovation Hub with Special Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Akron Coffee Roasters Coffee Lab Celebrates Grand Opening in Bounce Innovation Hub with Special Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Despite the gloomy greys of an unassuming fall morning in Akron, neon signs with “Akron Coffee Roasters” and “Coffee Lab” shining in bright red and blue invited visitors to Bounce Innovation Hub on Monday, November 18. A new café […]
Flexible and Affordable Private Offices and Reserved Desks Are Available as Bounce Innovation Hub’s Generator Expansion Nears Completion.
For solo entrepreneurs and small businesses, having a dedicated space for work outside of the home or a garage may seem like a lofty luxury with more concessions than benefits. Renting or leasing a private office can require long-term financial commitments and high upfront and monthly costs. While using a home office may seem more […]
Jumpstart’s Phelan Spence To Facilitate First Beyond Startup Workshop Aimed at Empowering Entrepreneurs by Illuminating Their Financial Possibilities
Phelan Spence is the manager of business strategy services for Jumpstart and has extensive experience helping startups and small businesses set up and maintain accounting systems. Phelan recently began working with Bounce’s programming team and entrepreneurs-in-residence (EIRs) to provide support for Bounce clients and other businesses in the community. This partnership led to Phelan becoming […]
Bounce Introduces New Hands-On Workshop Series to Take Entrepreneurs Beyond the Startup Phase
Entrepreneurs looking to expand their skills and take their businesses to the next level are invited to participate in an innovative new workshop series from Bounce Innovation Hub. The series combines hands-on activities and informative discussions. Bounce designed the Beyond Startup: Skills & Strategies for Entrepreneurs workshop series by gathering feedback from startups and entrepreneurs […]
Programming, Place, and Convening take center stage at the 2024 Burton D. Morgan Foundation Startup Showcase
Bounce’s Generator was bustling the evening of Thursday, September 26, with budding connections and impactful conversations ahead of the 2024 Burton D. Morgan Startup Showcase. Region-leading professionals exchanged information, advice, and insight with each other, frequently discussing collaboration and mutual support. The conversations continued as the event space was opened, and guests were invited to […]