SEA Change

Farewell & thank you, Athina Peterson! ?? Our SEA Change family is sending off Athina Peterson with so much gratitude! She’s been a champion for our entrepreneurs in Central Ohio for the past 2 years—cheering them on, lifting them up, and making SEA Change brighter every day. ?? Athina, we’ll miss you, your big smile, and your even bigger heart. Wishing you all the best in your next adventure!!!

We’re Hiring—Times Two! ?? SEA Change is growing, and we need big thinkers & doers to help us take things forward further, faster. We’re looking for: ?? Director of Programming – Lead and grow our accelerator programs! You'll oversee our Signature Cohorts, support our affiliate network, and help shape the future of SEA Change. ?? Central Ohio Market Manager – Build and strengthen our impact in Central Ohio! From running our Signature Cohort to growing partnerships and recruiting social entrepreneurs, you'll be at the heart of the local ecosystem. ?? Apply now →?seachng.org/careers

3 days left to apply! ? Central Ohio entrepreneurs—this is your LAST chance to join our 2025 Cbus Signature Cohort! ?? Get the free resources, mentorship, and connections you need to take your venture forward further, faster. PLUS—this is SEA Change’s 10th Birthday! ?? That means BIG things are coming, and you won’t want to miss being part of this milestone year! ?? Applications close Sunday, March 23 at midnight! Apply now: seachng.org/central-ohio

The 2025 NEO Signature Cohort is officially rolling! ? Entrepreneurs met their mentors during the speed-dating style, Mentor Match event at COhatch. The connections are always fun and inspiring to watch! A HUGE shoutout to these rockstar mentors and these partnering organizations – US Bank & SCORE Cleveland! Angelique Wong Bob Cohen Chris Patterson David Page Eric Diamond Greg Malkin Jennifer Cairns Marcel Tolliver Nadine Nana Nicole McGee Norlynn Story Rick Slark, Business Advisor/Strategy Consultant Tony Sacco William Coole SBDC at Lorain County Community College Your expertise, guidance, and support make all the difference—thank you for helping our social entrepreneurs take their ventures forward further, faster!

I’m bringing Plus Fest back for a 3rd year! ????

Big impact, Central Ohio! ?? The 9th Central Ohio Signature Cohort wrapped up on September 11 at the Columbus Metropolitan Library??. This 2024 Impact Summary is packed with social entrepreneurs who are making waves. ?? Want to be part of the 2025 impact? ?? Entrepreneurs: Apply free by March 23! ?? Advisors: Mark your calendars for a virtual Kickoff on March 20! Apply ?? https://lnkd.in/ehAq7d-5 Advisors ?? https://lnkd.in/eztHFi_k

BIG NEWS! ?? The 2025 NEO Signature Cohort is HERE! A huge round of applause for these incredible social entrepreneurs who are ready to take their ventures to the next level. ? Join us in celebrating their journey—drop some love in the comments and get to know our newest changemakers! ?? BlackGirlsEmpowered LLC Canton Community Composting The Cleveland Children’s Small Business Workshop and Fair Cleveland Composting Initiative Fashion Talks Foundation The Group Home App JuxtaVandal Kneaded Mouma’s Public Access Shusharoo The Spot Youth Empowerment Organization THIRTEEN ToGather Let’s do this! #SEAChange #SocialEntrepreneurs

Hey all!!! One of our alumni, Aunt Flow, is hosting a LIVE session on menstrual equity legislation RIGHT NOW!!! Join by watching here: https://lnkd.in/gMd7Xz8T

Come visit the Columbus Fashion Academy, and The fashion Community on April 10! We have been working on some exciting things this Spring.

Cleveleads Accelerate 2025 was incredible! Congratulations to all the awardees—your work is inspiring! ?? We hope to see some of you in the SEA Change Accelerator soon!!!