Peer-to-peer learning and leadership development to strengthen your business.

As a CEO, executive, or business owner, it can prove challenging to find meaningful professional peer relationships, keep up with the relentless technology changes, and stay in tune with the needs and challenges of your workforce – all while making hundreds of decisions each day.

When you belong to EDGE, you gain access to an exclusive group of trusted peers who get it. We offer abundant opportunities to share knowledge, attend curated events, and participate in important and meaningful discussions with your professional counterparts. These enriching experiences provide you with the edge you need to propel your business and your leadership team forward.

What does it mean to be an EDGE member?

You want to...

  • Feel confident and validated in your decision making.
  • Surround yourself with growth-minded peers.
  • Stay current with technology and innovation.
  • Plan for the future state of your business.
  • Optimize your time and increase productivity.
  • Increase organization performance and revenue.
  • Thoughtfully address day-to-day challenges.

Be a better leader.

EDGE delivers

  • A network of peers and community partners who have been where you want to go.
  • Executive round tables and valuable discussions.
  • Educational experiences and immersive events.
  • Succession planning guidance and advisory.
  • Skills and solutions for maximizing efficiency.
  • Economic development impact in Northeast Ohio.
  • Nimble strategies and advice to problem solve.

Exceptional leaders.

Member Testimonials

Strategic Planning - CEO Round Table

Developing Leaders, Growing Companies

Upcoming EDGE Events

Manufacturing Conference
March 5, 2024
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8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Join local manufacturing colleagues on March 5, 2024 for Make It Happen: The Future of Manufacturing is NOW. Sponsored by Bank of America, and in coordination with the Smart Manufacturing Cluster, the day will include useful information from local industry experts. Get the latest Manufacturing Blueprint updates and learn more about… Read More

InnoQuest | InnoQuest | Collaboration, Partnerships and Innovation
February 22, 2024
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8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Through the InnoQuest Program, participants gain: Best practices in managing and guiding the innovation process New working relations with peer companies and leading practitioners Tools & actionable steps to improve a company’s innovation practices Contact Chris Keller or Grant Marquit for more information and to enroll in the EDGE InnoQuest program.

Professionally facilitated Emerging Leaders peer group meetings provides new leaders who are in the first-time role of supervising others or preparing for this type of role with an opportunity to learn with and from others at mid-size companies in Northeast Ohio who are facing similar challenges and opportunities. Exchanges are… Read More

Through the InnoQuest Program, participants gain: Best practices in managing and guiding the innovation process New working relations with peer companies and leading practitioners Tools & actionable steps to improve a company’s innovation practices Contact Chris Keller or Grant Marquit for more information and to enroll in the EDGE InnoQuest program.

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The Path to EDGE Membership

Step 1:
Have a 15-minute conversation with an EDGE leader.
Step 2:
Attend an EDGE session or event to experience EDGE firsthand.
Step 3:
Submit a membership application.
Ready to join now?