NEO Fund

10/17/2026

NEO Fund’s October Monthly Networking Meeting is coming up on Wednesday, October 21 at 5:30pm at The Cove Niteclub at Geneva-on-the-Lake! Owner PJ Macchia will be sharing his experience and knowledge on Operating & Growing a Seasonal Business. Food provided by GOTL local favorite Mary's Urban Kitchen Food Truck & Catering Services!

Seasonality is a reality for many businesses here in our region. Busy seasons can bring big opportunities, but the slower months can strain cash flow, staffing, and planning. PJ Macchia will share practical insights on how to manage those ups and downs, build a business that thrives year-round, and grow with confidence no matter the time of year.

RSVP appreciated by not required: https://forms.gle/mUBGDUsLxwht3Zbp7

10/16/2026

Exciting news for Downtown Ashtabula! Join us at the Main Avenue Streetscape Ribbon Cutting on Monday, October 19 at Shenanigan’s Sports Hall!
Starting at 11am, the City of Ashtabula, Ohio - Municipal Government and Eastgate Regional Council of Governments are hosting an official ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the major improvements on Main Avenue. City and state government officials will speak on the progress made through grant and regional funding and celebrate the beginning of the next era of Downtown Ashtabula! Please RSVP by email to [email protected] or by calling (440) 992-7183.

Mark your calendar! Join us in the City of Ashtabula on Monday, October 19, for an official ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating major downtown facade and structural improvements!

Through strategic grant alignment and regional funding, this milestone initiative provided targeted facade upgrades and roof repairs to 23 historic properties and commercial buildings, breathing fresh life into the district and supporting local property owners.

10/15/2026

Can’t wait for Food Truck Monday at Smith Field on October 19! Check out the line-up and stop by for a bite from 11am-7pm (or until sold out!)

Mambas Coffee and Dirty Soda
Cooper’s Texas Filipino Smokehouse
Double D’s Concessions
The Dough - Jo
Evies Luau Food Truck

10/13/2026

Announcing NEO Fund’s October Monthly Networking Meeting! Please join us on Wednesday, October 21 at The Cove at 5:30pm to hear from PJ Macchia on Operating & Growing a Seasonal Business.

Whether you're running a seasonal business now, thinking about starting one, or simply looking for ideas to smooth out your own busy and slow periods, this is a great chance to learn from a local business owner and connect with fellow entrepreneurs.

Food will be provided by Mary's Urban Kitchen Food Truck, so come hungry!

Date: Wednesday, October 21
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: The Cove
Speaker: PJ Macchia
Topic: Operating & Growing a Seasonal Business
Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/mUBGDUsLxwht3Zbp7

10/12/2026

It’s a perfect fall day at Smith Field! Join us for Food Truck Monday today, 10/12, and check out Danielle's Confections and BurgAlicious!

10/09/2026

Another exciting Food Truck Monday is coming up on Monday, October 12! Check out the line-up and we'll see you all at Smith Field from 11am-7pm (or sold out!)

Mambas Coffee and Dirty Soda
Cooper’s Texas Filipino Smokehouse
Danielle's Confections
Evies Luau Food Truck

10/08/2026

NEO Fund’s Business Plan Workshop 101 starts on Tuesday, October 13! This 2-week course, led by instructor Daryl Upole will be a hands-on business plan course for those that have completed the Fundamentals of Business class. Starting at 5:30pm at Kent State University Ashtabula, Room C104, join us for this free, informative course!

Questions? Email [email protected]!

10/06/2026

NEO Fund’s Fall Quickbooks Class starts this Thursday, October 8! Don’t miss out on this free hands-on course led by instructor Daryl Upole on taking control of your finances.

Starts Thursday, October 8 for 6 consecutive weeks
5:30-8pm
Kent State University Ashtabula, Room C104
Seats are limited! Sign up today and take control of your finances: https://bit.ly/3S4WacZ

10/05/2026

Head out to Smith Field for Food Truck Mondays this October and support our incredible network of entrepreneurs today, October 5 from 11am-7pm (or sold out!) Grab your favorites from Mambas Coffee and Dirty Soda, Cooper’s Texas Filipino Smokehouse, The Bake Shack, and The Dough - Jo

10/03/2026

Reminder! NEO Fund’s Quickbooks Class is starting next week on Thursday, October 8. Take control of your finances with this hand-on course led by instructor Daryl Upole during this 6-week course at Kent State University Ashtabula!

Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3S4WacZ