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Small business assistance

READY TO START UP
OR SCALE UP

ACCESS SUPPORT FOR ENTREPRENEURS

Over the past several years, many innovative companies and unique small businesses have sought RISE support to take the next big step for their business – whether that be opening their doors for the first time, securing their first storefront, hiring their first employee, buying out their owner, or even selling their business. ​

 

Want to join in? Building and growing a business isn’t always easy, but our team can help you solve many common challenges. Download the Starting your Business in Ohio guide, give our staff a call, or join the Regional Incubator for Sustainability and Entrepreneurship (RISE) for tailored, free business assistance.

1-on-1 advising

Utilize expert business advisors who are aware of the challenges faced by startups and small businesses

network & Resources

Connect with a growing network of entrepreneurs and supporters to help you prepare for the future

Events & Programming

Events that provide educational information to improve your business functions

Business Expansion and Startup Guide

This guide is designed to provide a checklist for new and existing businesses who are looking to build or relocate into the City of Sandusky. With direct links throughout the guide business are able to easily access the critical information needed to get their business moving in the right direction.

MORE TO COME!

RISE APPOINTMENTS

YEAR
2022 
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017

APPTS.
165 
101
76
90
80
40

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EVENTS

TBD

More Coming Soon

RISE PITCH CHALLENGE

March 2023 - Huron High School students participated in the first ever Student Pitch Challenge hosted by RISE and North Point Educational Service Center. The students had been working for weeks to develop a business elevator pitch to share with a panel of judges and a community audience. 

Thank you to the Boeckling Charitable Trust for being a primary sponsor for the 2024 Pitch Challenge!

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Minority Business

PROUD PARTNER OF

​Women and minority owned businesses can utilize MBET for peer networking, learning, and marketing.

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