North Coast Business Initiative

01/09/2026

We are doing something we have not done before... Our first networking event we have posted to Eventbrite!

If you are a business owner, someone who acts like it, or considering starting one, come network with a group that always has your back!

For builders, doers & owners. No fluff. No pitches. Just real convos with the people who get it. Start the year strong.

09/11/2025

We hosted our very first afternoon panel ... Big Swings in Entrepreneurship

And it was real.

Three business owners.
Three very different chapters.
One powerful conversation.

Guided by our own Josh Muller, the panel dove deep into:
The leap from idea to action
The struggles that force you to grow
What it really takes to go from solopreneur → leader → owner
The quiet lessons that keep showing up, again and again

What made this event special wasn’t just the advice; it was the honesty.

Honesty from:
Adam LaFaber
Amy Mucha
Marvin Montgomery Jr

No sugarcoating.
No “overnight success” stories.
Just real people sharing what it actually takes to build something that lasts.

To everyone who was invited, took notes, asked questions, and stayed late...thank you.

We’ll be doing more of this.
More stories.
More support.
More space to grow, together.

Want to hear more? We have the podcast coming out soon and if you want to be invited to the next one, reach out to an NCBI Exec Team member.

Huge Shoutout to our panel Sponsors, without you, none of this is possible

Eradin Berrios ERIEBANK
Justine Lemanowicz
Phil Vedda Vedda Printing Inc.

06/16/2025

We hear it may rain on Wednesday...

Nice day, spoiled by T-storms and raindrops

Never fear, NBCI has got your back.

Join us at Collision Bend in the Flats

We’re bringing the spark to the riverfront.

No panels.
No pitches.
Just real conversations, cold drinks, and the kind of people who make things happen.

Sponsorship provided:

Eric Dickens ~ Stony Hill Advisors, Inc.
Jason Lukz, Golden Financial Consulting, LLC
Josh Muller, Maplecreek Coaching

If you’re a founder, leader, hiring manager, or just someone tired of surface-level networking, this is for you.

Beat the rain and make some biz connections this week.

We’re bringing the spark to the riverfront. No panels. No pitches. Just real conversations, cold drinks, and the kind of people who make things happen. Sponsorship provided: Eric Dickens ~ Stony Hill Advisors, Inc. Jason Lukz, Golden Financial Consulting, LLC Josh Muller, Maplecreek Coaching If yo...

06/13/2025

𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆!!

A Collision Bend Happy Hour for Cleveland’s doers, builders, and connectors.

We’re bringing the spark to the riverfront.

No panels. No pitches.

Just real conversations, cold drinks, and the kind of people who make things happen.

🗓️ June 18th, 2025
📍 Collision Bend Brewing Co.
⏰ 4:00–7:00 PM

Come for the views, stay for the people.

Cleveland doesn’t need another boring happy hour.

It needs more 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆.

Tag a friend, bring a colleague, and we will see you in the East Bank of the Flats.

03/20/2025

Tremendous event yesterday evening, at Masthead Brewing Company!
A big thank you to our food sponsor, Richard Henry of Evolved Tek...and to all the attendees who made it out.

It's very rewarding to continue our mission of educating and connecting Northeast Ohio business owners, and receive feedback that our events are amongst the best around!!

01/30/2025

Come closer...

Let's talk about NCBI

We are a resource for the small business community in NEO.

What type of resource? The best kind!

The kind that has supportive members and creativity that allows for us to shift quickly.

Now, let's talk about what is going on!!!

February Social
https://www.linkedin.com/events/connectionsontap7287880876154126338/

March Social
https://www.linkedin.com/events/hop-doughsocialatmasthead7290761823383871488/

The Struggles Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/struggles-presented-by-ncbi/id1771211183?i=1000686590447

Podcast Guest Success Workshop
https://neo-networking.site/event/podcast-guest-success-workshop-create-your-pitch-perfect-profile-2/

We have other events coming soon! 2025 looks like a great year.

Join us for a night of networking, great conversations, and craft brews at Old River Tap in Rocky River! Whether you’re looking to expand your professional circle or just enjoy good company in a relaxed setting, this event is for YOU. 🎯 What to Expect: • Meaningful connections with like-minde...

01/28/2025

Picture this...

You’re walking into a room full of strangers, hoping to make connections that could change your business.

The pressure to make a great first impression feels like a spotlight on your wardrobe choices.

Here’s the thing: Networking isn’t about your outfit.

It’s about you. Your story. Your energy. Your willingness to connect.

So yes, your NCBI hoodie is more than enough.

It’s a conversation starter.

It signals you’re comfortable, approachable, and ready to authenticate yourself.

Confidence is your best accessory.
Authenticity is your power move.

And that NCBI hoodie?

It’s the cherry on top. So get one today!

https://stores.veddaprinting.com/ncbi/shop/product-detail/1000920

01/24/2025

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01/22/2025

Why a specialist is the way to go!

Check out all of our podcast episodes!

01/22/2025

Check out all of the Struggles Podcast Episodes!