The 03.10.05 Northeast Ohio Business Plan Challenge networking event at the Tower Press Building was a lively party where 100s of entrepreneurship champions enjoyed a brisk snowy evening to explore business opportunities, fine art and a great historic property in the heart of downtown. The event was designed to heighten awareness of this competition for innovative business plans, which awards a total of $120,000 across many categories. This was not the usual entrepreneurial suspects seen at so many
business soirees - this was a young, hip, diverse group that appeared
they could accomplish anything, and attendees seemed happy to be there to share good cheer.

Letters of intent to participate in this challenge are due July 13, and business plans must be submitted by August 3 - winners will be announced in November. All related activities and information will post to REALNEO.