EDGE is a 501c3 organization designed to enhance economic development in Northeast Ohio through innovation and entrepreneurship.
	EDGE is committed to helping value-creating middle market companies in Northeast Ohio "win" though Education, Innovation, and Relationship Building, while building a culture that is supportive of entrepreneurial ventures. Key programs help to accomplish these goals: The 100+ Entrepreneurs with the EDGE (Member Companies) -- developing programs, services and events to support mid-market CEOs and management leaders. Leading EDGE Awards & NE Ohio Value Index) -- identifying and recognizing companies that are adding value to the NE Ohio region. New Business Development and Innovation Programs linking business leaders and top area student talent (CEOs for NEO Summer Internship Program) and the NEW Innovation Program (fall) Civic Programs - connecting business leaders with meaningful civic initiatives. For more information about EDGE programs, see our brochure, check out the links or contact an EDGE staff member. EDGE creates market-driven programs and services that encourage growth, innovation and community engagement. EDGE works to establish meaningful benchmarks and track results for the region in a format that can be easily replicated to establish a more thorough indication of our regional economic health. EDGE proactively creates the middle market companies of tomorrow by leveraging the ideas and experience of our most successful business leaders, partnering them with serial entrepreneurs and student teams, to create a continuous pipeline of viable businesses in the region.	Mission: To support Regional Economic Development in Northeast Ohio by focusing on middle market companies interested in growth and value creation. Leading EDGE Awards Recognizing companies creating value in the region. Leading EDGE Awards CEOs for NEOs Program Exploring new business ideas Learn More Innovation Program (Fall) For graduate students and business professionals. Learn more EDGE Companies - News: SIFCO Industries Main Street Gourmet (MSG) Shatten Civic Award - MSG E Prep Day at the Ballpark Business exes hosted students 5/28/09 See photos from 2009 Golfer's EDGE Outing Tuesday, Sept 14, 2010 Lake Forest CC, Hudson, OH Hosts and Anchors 2009 See photos from 2009