Whether you want to start a business or grow your current business, EII can help you to succeed.

The Great Lakes Innovation and Development Enterprise

An Edison Technology Incubator

LCCC has developed a public/private partnership with the Lorain County Commissioners and the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce to create the Great Lakes Innovation and Development Enterprise (GLIDE).

GLIDE is staffed with business-development specialists who will meet with you to discuss your idea. There is no charge for the initial consultation. We will review your situation, identify the services you need and direct you to resources that can help bring your idea to life. GLIDE also offers fee-based advanced business services.

From idea formulation, business structure, strategic planning and everything in between, GLIDE gives you access to the services you need.

Education and Training of Entrepreneurs at LCCC

Lorain County Community College and its University Partnership provide a complete educational pathway for entrepreneurs.

• Certificate of Proficiency in Entrepreneurship
  This certificate gives opportunities to learn about and develop entrepreneurial skills. The entire certificate in entrepreneurship is accepted in the associate of applied business – entrepreneurship major.  This certificate helps you can get started right now, with the option of additional instruction when you need it. 

• Associate of Applied Business – Entrepreneurship 
  As Ohio's only two-year degree program in Entrepreneurship, students can build their entrepreneurial skills to run their own business or work within a larger organization.

• Bachelor of Business Administration – Business Management
  From Kent State University through LCCC's University Partnership. 
  Provides students with the credentials important to get that first manager-level job, as an entrepreneur or within a larger organization.

• Master of Business Administration (PMBA)
  From Kent State University through LCCC's University Partnership.
  The Kent State MBA program prepares students for management and staff positions in regional, national and international organizations through an emphasis on ethical leadership, teamwork, creative problem solving, global perspectives and skilled applications of information technology.  This is achieved through a variety of coursework covering all the disciplines of business and by utilizing teaching techniques that help the student to develop and refine skills in these areas. 

• Continuing education courses from LCCC
  A wide range of courses provide training in business startup, financing, marketing, computers, HR development and much more are available. 

Contact the Entrepreneurship Innovation Institute

Operating a business has never been more challenging than in today’s competitive environment. Whether you are starting a business or expanding your current operation, the Entrepreneurship Innovation Institute can help you to become more efficient, productive and competitive. Call 440-366-4300 for convenient, affordable, training and support for your business.