not your average marketing agency
Emprende Ohio empowers ambitious entrepreneurs with strategic, bilingual business services. We partner with businesses, guiding them through formalization, scaling, and thriving. Our mission is to provide actionable tools and confidence for growth.
We specialize in supporting immigrant and Latinx entrepreneurs in Columbus, understanding their unique challenges like pricing, market competition, and customer reach. Emprende Ohio bridges these gaps with culturally sensitive guidance, helping every entrepreneur achieve their full potential and sustained success.
Our Mission
Our core mission is to empower immigrant and Latinx entrepreneurs throughout Columbus, Ohio. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, bilingual business support, strategic tools, and a deep cultural understanding specifically tailored to their unique needs. Our aim is to guide these entrepreneurs through the process of formalizing their operations, enabling them to compete more effectively in the marketplace, and ultimately achieve sustainable growth within the broader economic landscape. We believe that by offering accessible resources and culturally sensitive guidance, we can help these businesses overcome systemic barriers and thrive.
Our Vision
We envision becoming the leading and most trusted partner for immigrant-owned small businesses across Columbus. Our long-term goal is to foster a dynamic and thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem where every immigrant and Latinx entrepreneur feels empowered and confident to scale their enterprise. By providing unparalleled support and strategic insights, we aim to facilitate significant contributions from these businesses to the local economy, enriching the community with diverse perspectives, innovations, and economic prosperity. We aspire to be the catalyst for their success, driving economic inclusion and growth for all.
what makes us different
Our pillars
Language & Culture
We offer all our support and guidance in both English and Spanish, bridging the cultural and language gaps that generic agencies often miss. When you work with us, you know we understand your unique business context and communication needs.
Your One-Stop-Shop
From logo design to sales strategy or preparing for a grant application, you can bring us any business question. If we can’t answer it ourselves, we’ll connect you directly with a trusted financial or legal expert through our strong network of partners.
Community First
Deeply rooted in Columbus’s Latino community, we understand the local market, resources, and non-profits. We aim to empower these entrepreneurs, fostering a vibrant business ecosystem and strengthening the local economy with relevant and actionable advice.
Accessibility
We ensure our services are readily available and easy to access for all entrepreneurs, regardless of their background or current business stage.
Integrity and Trust
We uphold the highest ethical standards and build lasting relationships based on honesty, transparency, and mutual respect.
Innovation
We constantly seek and implement the latest strategies and technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions for your business growth.
about the founder
Jose gabriel garcia
Hi! I’m Person, and I know what it takes to build a successful business here in Columbus. I founded EMPRENDE OH because I observed a critical need for culturally sensitive and bilingual business support specifically tailored for immigrant and Latinx entrepreneurs. Having navigated the local business landscape, I understand the challenges of pricing, competing, and reaching new customers outside established networks. My mission with Emprende OH is to provide the clear tools and confidence you need to formalize your operations and propel your growth, ensuring that no great business idea is limited by language or cultural barriers.
let’s talk
take your business to the next level:
We’re here and ready to talk. No pressure, no confusing jargon—just a friendly chat about where your business is now and where you want it to go. You can reach out in English or Spanish. ¡Hablamos español! Siéntase libre de enviarnos un mensaje en español.