Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness

The Voinovich School plays an important role in promoting entrepreneurship and competitiveness in Appalachian Ohio. This region has traditionally been underserved by those providing sophisticated business expertise, especially in the areas of technology assistance and financing. Through a combination of unique programs and partnerships, the Voinovich School is helping to provide this assistance and increase the economic competitiveness of the region.

Professional staff from the Appalachian Regional Entrepreneurship Group and students in the Integrated MBA Program provide operational and technical assistance to both start-up and existing businesses in the region, helping to fill the expertise gap.The MBA students gain valuable work experience while solving real problems for businesses in the region.

In addition, through partnerships, including those established through the Southeast Ohio Third Frontier Entrepreneurial Signature Program (ESP), TechGROWTH Ohio, the Voinovich School is helping to expand the business assistance and early-stage investments available to help businesses. By promoting entrepreneurship and competitiveness, the Voinovich School is helping to support economic growth and prosperity for the Appalachian Ohio region.