Focus Areas

The Cincinnati region has a wealth of talent in branding, design and architecture. Companies like Procter & Gamble, Kroger, Macy's, and GE Aviation are driving global design and innovation. Regional branding pros like LPK, Grey Midwest, Landor, Deskey, Empower, and Barefoot provide the creative force behind many well-known consumer products and cutting-edge projects. Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Preservation Association, AIA Cincinnati, and University of Cincinnati Planning and Design are centers of education, community engagement, and world-class design and thought leadership. read on…

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Both Procter & Gamble and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center are recognized in the top 40 employers of the Forbe's list for America's Best Employers for diversity. Major regional employers including Macy's, PNC, Huntington Bank, GE Electric, and Fidelity Investments have been ranked among the top 200 firms with the most diverse workforces. With active African American, Chinese, European, Hispanic, Indian, and Gay Chambers' of Commerce, the Cincinnati region might surprise those who don't automatically think of "diversity" when our Midwest city is mentioned. Home to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the region boasts learning centers like UC's Center for Jewish Culture and Ideas, and the Minority Business Accelerator founded by Cincinnati Chamber. Events like the Panegyri Greek Festival, Asian Food Fest Cincinnati, Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky Pride parades, and My Black Family Reunion demonstrate we know how to celebrate our neighbors' diversity as well. read on…

Starting a new business is easy, but creating stability, growth and long-term success involves planning and support. The Cincinnati region is home to new and established incubators and accelerators that can help a startup thrive. Through these organizations, entrepreneurs can refine their business plans, seek out investment dollars, or hone services and products. These support organizations include CincyTech, Alloy Development Company, Cintrifuse, Blue North, MORTAR Cincinnati, 1819 Innovation Hub, Black Empowerment Works, The Brandery, Aviatra Accelerators and Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub. read on…

Cincinnati takes an innovative approach to getting fit and staying well. The city is home to health initiatives that use our extensive park systems, waterways, and networks of multipurpose trails. Interact for Health has historical community health data to help organizations in the Cincinnati region transform their neighborhoods to support well-being. And with terrific YMCA locations and neighborhood recreation centers all over town, plentiful farm markets, plus restaurants and supermarkets that feature locally sourced foods, you'll find plenty of ways to stay healthy here. read on…

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Innovative focus is shifting Uptown, as Uptown Consortium partners with some of the city's largest institutions to create the Cincinnati Innovation District which includes University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and the 1819 Innovation Hub. The intersection of Martin Luther King Dr. and I-71 will become a mixed-use development supporting Uptown's medical, research and innovation industries. read on…

By air, land and sea, Cincinnatians are connected to the world through CVG plus regional flights from Lunken Airport on the east side. Within a few more years, expect up to 32 Amazon Prime Air jets making up to 64 flights a day plus neighboring DHL is also situated to expand. "CVG is poised to be the epicenter of e-commerce" says airport CEO Candace McGraw. METRO and TANK provide the wheeled service that connects the region together. A streetcar route loops the Banks, downtown Cincinnati, and Over-the-Rhine. Non-motorized transportation is making waves too, with a bicycle master plan to connect neighborhoods. read on…