The 2017 Unpolished Conference presented by Fifth Third will be held on September 14-15, 2017 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Unpolished is a three-tier program designed to support entrepreneurs and small business owners by providing training, community and insight on integrating faith and business.  The annual conference is the capstone event and hosts participants from across the [...]

Growing Inclusive Communities While entrepreneurship is generally on the rise,there are significant barriers for many people. Last year the Kauffman Foundation put out a call for proposals to increase inclusion for women and minorities. Out of over 375 applicants, twelve were awarded grants.  Out of that twelve, three were members of our CO.STARTERS community. Join [...]