Canton Innovation District HQ

09/22/2021

We have gathered 4 Canton-area innovators for their ideas to solve several economic issues impacting our community. Tune in this evening at 6pm to watch these entrepreneurs present their solutions to a panel of judges.

Last chance to register for the Stark County Community Challenge!

Join us live on Wednesday, September 22nd to watch the Stark Community Challenge Finalists showcase their solutions to the problem/opportunity statements, talk about their challenge journey, how they plan to spend the $5000, and receive feedback from key community stakeholders.

09/21/2021

Introducing our last finalist!

Jeanette will develop a portal-based app to deliver dynamic online courses to patients and healthcare providers. These courses will educate users about the emerging and under-utilized healthcare technology designed to improve health interoperability and patient outcomes.

Tune in tomorrow Wednesday, September 22nd (9/22) to watch Jeanette pitch her innovative idea!
https://bit.ly/2X3piVx

09/20/2021

Introducing our third finalist!

Bob is expanding on his work to make Stark County a destination for fantasy sports enthusiasts. The Fantasy Football Expo is an annual event that brings together fantasy football players, experts, sponsors and exhibitors for strategy, advice and fun.

Tune in this Wednesday, September 22nd (9/22) to watch Bob talk about his journey, how he plans to spend the $5,000 prize, and receive valuable feedback from key community stakeholders.

Register Today
https://bit.ly/2X3piVx

09/17/2021

Meet our next finalists!

Jen and Annalisa are creating a digital solution to help future housemates connect, plan a pathway to shared home ownership, and enhance their interpersonal experience. Their mission is to create home-ownership opportunities for those who traditionally would not qualify on their own.

Tune in on Wednesday, September 22nd (9/22) to watch Jen and Annalisa pitch their innovative idea!
https://bit.ly/2X3piVx

09/15/2021

Meet one of our finalists!

Jimmy Fye is partnering with Stark Flavor to create a digital platform that will assist both non-profit and community-based organizations to grow their support systems and donor bases. His vision is to create a community calendar that can be used to promote events and missions to individuals interested in volunteering or providing financial donations.

Tune in on Wednesday, September 22nd (9/22) to watch Jimmy pitch his innovative idea!
https://bit.ly/2X3piVx

09/15/2021

Meet the four finalists for our 2021 Stark Community Challenge! Be sure to tune in on Wednesday, September 22nd (9/22) to watch each finalist pitch their innovative ideas.

The Stark Community Challenge is a six-month, technology-based initiative showcasing homegrown innovation and talent.

09/09/2021

Join us on Wednesday, September 22 to watch the Stark Community Challenge Showcase! Tune in to hear the finalists talk about their journeys, how they plan to spend the $5,000 prize and receive valuable feedback from key community stakeholders.

Register Today
https://bit.ly/2X3piVx

08/09/2021

Does your business struggle with developing an effective social media marketing strategy? Apply now to our free social media strategy workshop to learn about the tools and skills needed to successfully grow your business on social media.

JumpStart has partnered The Social Prof for a free deep dive designed to give growing small businesses the tools they need to develop an effective social media marketing strategy.

07/29/2021

Recap of our Community Challenge Happy Hour event! Last Tuesday we met with our official Stark Community Challenge applicants to cultivate their creative innovations, and discuss the next steps to winning 5,000.

07/13/2021

Last chance to apply for the Stark Community Challenge! Do you have a creative innovation that you want to bring to light? Click the link below and apply to see if your innovation qualifies for a chance to win 5,000. Deadline to apply is July 19th.

The Stark Community Challenge is a six-month, technology-based initiative aimed at showcasing homegrown innovation and talent.

12/18/2020

The application is open for the Stark County Pitch Competition on Jan. 27!! Ten participants who live or own a business in Stark County will be selected to pitch online for a chance to win up to $2,500. Apply today:

Enter the Innovation District HQ Stark County Pitch Competition today! We will select 10 finalists to pitch their business or startup idea in front of a live audience for a chance to win up to $2,500. The best part? All participants will walk away with at least $500!