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Jumpstart Inc: Economic Impact On Northeast Ohio, Ziona Austrian Jan 2013

Jumpstart Inc: Economic Impact On Northeast Ohio, Ziona Austrian

Ziona Austrian

This research note estimates the economic impact resulting from JumpStart Inc. investment in start-up companies in Northeast Ohio. JumpStart is a business development organization or, more specifically a venture-development organization that funds high-growth businesses and ideas, works with their founders to develop the businesses into venture-ready entities, and celebrates Northeast Ohio's early-stage company successes.


International Business In Northeast Ohio, Patricia Cirillo, Jill S. Taylor, Ziona Austrian Jan 2013

International Business In Northeast Ohio, Patricia Cirillo, Jill S. Taylor, Ziona Austrian

Ziona Austrian

No abstract provided.


The High-Tech Sector In Northeast Ohio: Baseline Report, Ziona Austrian, Jill S. Taylor Jan 2013

The High-Tech Sector In Northeast Ohio: Baseline Report, Ziona Austrian, Jill S. Taylor

Ziona Austrian

This study uses several indicators to measure the strengths and weaknesses of the high-tech sector in Northeast Ohio (NEO) in comparison to the U.S. High-tech industries are analyzed in terms of employment, average wage, gross regional product (output), and productivity. High-tech occupations are analyzed in terms of employment. Research and development activity is analyzed by examining trends in industry R&D funding and academic R&D expenditures.


Beachwood's Economy: Analytical Report, Iryna Lendel, Ziona Austrian Jan 2013

Beachwood's Economy: Analytical Report, Iryna Lendel, Ziona Austrian

Ziona Austrian

No abstract provided.


The Ohio Manufacturing Machinery And Equipment Investment Tax Credit: An Economic Impact Analysis, Ziona Austrian, Adina Swirski Wolf Jan 2013

The Ohio Manufacturing Machinery And Equipment Investment Tax Credit: An Economic Impact Analysis, Ziona Austrian, Adina Swirski Wolf

Ziona Austrian

No abstract provided.


Upstate New York Entrepreneurial Opportunity Survey Analysis, Ziona Austrian, Merissa Piazza, Eli Auerbach, Sunjoo Park, Joan Chase Jan 2013

Upstate New York Entrepreneurial Opportunity Survey Analysis, Ziona Austrian, Merissa Piazza, Eli Auerbach, Sunjoo Park, Joan Chase

Ziona Austrian

This survey report is associated with "Upstate New York Regional Analysis: Demographics, Economy, entrepreneurship and Innovation"


Northeast Ohio Manufacturing Analysis: A Working Paper In Support Of Global Northeast Ohio Manufacturing Roadmap Initiative, Ziona Austrian, Iryna Lendel Jan 2013

Northeast Ohio Manufacturing Analysis: A Working Paper In Support Of Global Northeast Ohio Manufacturing Roadmap Initiative, Ziona Austrian, Iryna Lendel

Ziona Austrian

This report presents the results of a study of manufacturing activities in Northeast Ohio (NEO). The report’s purpose is to provide an understanding of recent trends in regional manufacturing industries in the context of longer-term trends and the national economy.


Remix Cleveland- The Cleveland Music Sector And Its Economic Impact - Executive Summary, Iryna Lendel, Sharon Bliss, Candice Clouse, Merissa Piazza, Ziona Austrian, Kathryn W. Hexter, Renee Constantino, Matthew Hrubey Jan 2013

Remix Cleveland- The Cleveland Music Sector And Its Economic Impact - Executive Summary, Iryna Lendel, Sharon Bliss, Candice Clouse, Merissa Piazza, Ziona Austrian, Kathryn W. Hexter, Renee Constantino, Matthew Hrubey

Ziona Austrian

This study was commissioned by the Community Partnership for Arts and Culture (CPAC)as a starting point for gaining a deeper understanding of the different sectors of the Cleveland arts scene in Cuyahoga county. Its objective is to understand the Cleveland Music Sector, delineate its components, learn its dynamics, and assess the economic impact of music events and venues in Cuyahoga county.


Detroit Regional Analysis: Demographics, Economy, Entrepreneurship And Innovation, Merissa Piazza, Joan Chase, Chang-Shik Song, Elorm Tsegah, Ziona Austrian Dec 2012

Detroit Regional Analysis: Demographics, Economy, Entrepreneurship And Innovation, Merissa Piazza, Joan Chase, Chang-Shik Song, Elorm Tsegah, Ziona Austrian

Ziona Austrian

No abstract provided.


Minority Participation In Technology Based Growth Industries In Northeast Ohio, Merissa Piazza, Elorm Tsegah, Ziona Austrian, Ellen Cyran Dec 2012

Minority Participation In Technology Based Growth Industries In Northeast Ohio, Merissa Piazza, Elorm Tsegah, Ziona Austrian, Ellen Cyran

Ziona Austrian

No abstract provided.


The Insurance Cluster In Northeast Ohio: A Briefing Paper, Ziona Austrian Ph.D. Oct 2012

The Insurance Cluster In Northeast Ohio: A Briefing Paper, Ziona Austrian Ph.D.

Ziona Austrian

The objective of this paper is to provide an overview of the Insurance cluster in the Northeast Ohio (NEO) region. The term “cluster” refers to a geographic concentration of interdependent companies, suppliers, products, labor pool, and institutions that together constitute an important competitive advantage for the region. The paper is a starting point for discussion about the priorities of the Insurance cluster and what needs to happen for the cluster to prosper in the future. The paper will be used as part of the process in which business leaders, public officials, and community leaders will have the opportunity to take …


The Civic Innovation Lab: Economic Impact, Ziona Austrian Ph.D. Oct 2012

The Civic Innovation Lab: Economic Impact, Ziona Austrian Ph.D.

Ziona Austrian

The services provided to entrepreneurs through funding and mentoring between 2004 and 2008 by the Civic Innovation Lab resulted in the following economic impacts for 2008: output impact of $9.4 million; employment impact of 128 jobs; income (household earnings) impact of $4.1 million; and a tax impact of 1.2 million ($454,000 in state and local and $734,000 in federal).


The Civic Innovation Lab: Economic Impact, Ziona Austrian Ph.D. Feb 2012

The Civic Innovation Lab: Economic Impact, Ziona Austrian Ph.D.

Ziona Austrian

The services provided to entrepreneurs through funding and mentoring between 2004 and 2008 by the Civic Innovation Lab resulted in the following economic impacts for 2008: output impact of $9.4 million; employment impact of 128 jobs; income (household earnings) impact of $4.1 million; and a tax impact of 1.2 million ($454,000 in state and local and $734,000 in federal).