Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber's HYPE (Harnessing Young Professional Energy) Initiative uses the power of social media to create a compelling case for living, working and playing in Cincinnati. Even in a strained economy, creative talent is choosing location over jobs in determining where to live. Here, HYPE demonstrates why Cincinnati can deliver both careers and quality of life.  read on…

Earth Collectible Toy Mall specializes in the kinds of toys you might remember from your childhood. James Sawyer explains how the small start-up company has gone from local toy shop to an online powerhouse. read on…

There’s a place where corporate leaders around the country and the world have discovered to be an ideal location to establish their businesses for a myriad of reasons including easy transportation, welcoming communities and a talented and extensive workforce. We’re talking about Northern Kentucky, a region offering the assets of the 2.1 million Cincinnati MSA, all while providing the convenience and affordability of a vital economic agency with a strong record of success. read on…

With the holidays coming up fast, we here at Soapbox thought this the perfect opportunity to showcase one of Cincinnati's hottest young entrepreneurs. As highlighted in our feature this week, Cookin' with Caitlin has been making a buzz around town with her innovative approach to sharing her culinary talents. What better way to demonstrate what we mean than to let you see the real deal. read on…

As written about in previous issues of Soapbox, the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky regions have quickly established themselves as IT innovators by attracting the likes of international powerhouse Tata, among other corporations to the area, In this video, Soapbox looks at ways in which this global positioning has helped move our region into the spotlight for information technology. read on…

3CDC’s Kelly Leon and Robert Maly, Vice President of Development for the Model Group, talks to Soapbox about Cincinnati’s hottest up and coming revitalization project – the Gateway Quarter in Over-the-Rhine. Visionary planning combined with community involvement and a healthy blend of mixed-use housing, shopping, arts organizations and restaurants create an exciting district that has quickly become a destination spot for those wanting to live in a chic walkable neighborhood with downtown serving as their backyard. read on…

Just in time for the annual Downtown Tour of Living, Roger Thesing, local entrepreneur and developer, explains to the Soapbox crew why living downtown is the best choice for him. His latest development, The Lofts at Fountain Square, are right next to restaurants, entertainment options and unique shopping. Along with beautifully restored living units ripe with architectural details not found in any suburb, Roger and his wife have found the perfect combination of work, live and play. read on…

UC Boasts some of the most remarkable architecture statements in the region. Recently, Soapbox asked Michaele Pride, Director of the School of Architecture and Interior Design at DAAP, to take us on a tour of these campus gems.Special thanks to Sue Ann Painter, director of the Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati, for her help with this piece. read on…

Sanger and Eby represents one of Cincinnati's many fine design firms integrating professional graphic designers, web developers and programmers focused on creating communication solutions for a wide array of clients, including 5/3's recently launched diversity website. Soapbox talks with partners, Lisa Sanger and Donna Eby about what 20 years in the business have taught them. read on…

A look at summer in Cincinnati through the eyes of the Soapbox video staff. read on…

Now a major player in the high definition market thanks to its partnership with WVXU 91.7, WOXY radio is back stronger than ever in the Cincinnati market. Soapbox had a chance to take a look inside the studios as well as talk to the players who continue to make the magic happen at the Future of Rock and Roll. read on…

The Soapbox team hit this month's Final Friday in Over-the-Rhine to partake in the neighborhood's eclectic celebration of art and community. The Main Street Business District sees these events as a showcase for the best of Over-the-Rhine's diverse business corridor while highlighting some of the region's brightest and most talented artists in some of the hottest galleries in the city. read on…

This week Soapbox explores Second Sunday on Main, the eclectic neighborhood event presented by the Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce. The festival, now in its fourth season runs every second Sunday of every month through September 14 from 12 – 5 p.m. in historic Over-the-Rhine on Main Street between 13th and Liberty. The once monthly celebration features local live music and celebrity chef demonstrations with wine pairings as well as the opportunity to hit the local shops and vendors. Don't miss Christian Moerlein's City Cornhole tournament in the Beer Garden. read on…

Cincinnati is a town that loves a good parade.  On a rainy opening day, the Soapbox video crew, with the help of Findlay Market Marketing Coordinator and resident parade guru Cheryl Eagleson, set out to discover why parades, especially the Reds Opening Day Parade, hold such a special place in our hearts. Be sure to check out the impromptu performance of the Reds song from  two anonymous fans at the end of the video.  read on…

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