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The William Frances Theatre Event Center is a Black-owned 3000+ square foot performance and event space located on Vine Street in Carthage. The Cincinnati event center specializes in weddings, receptions, business meetings, training, entertainment and community gatherings. Available for single and repeat events, the space is a large, multipurpose space with plenty of natural lighting ideal for customized decorating and space arrangements.
William Frances Theatre Event Center is fully insured and caters to the needs of families, event planners, businesses, non-profit organizations and film crews. Their cozy, great atmosphere is ideal for the latest trends of micro weddings and micro funeral services, providing a great meeting space for the Cincinnati region. The William Frances Theatre Event Center offers incredible experiences that create lasting memories.
Through unique partnerships with the Cincinnati Regional Chamber and the Cincinnati USA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, The William Frances Theatre Event Center is a Silver Dual Member.
Located in the Montecillos Coffee Region, Gerado’s family’s coffee farm was one of the best in the region. His family focused on producing high quality Arabica beans, mainly of the Caturra, Bourbon, and Catui varieties.
Fast forward to 2009, Gerado relocated to Cincinnati, OH to start his career as an industrial engineer after finishing grad school in Upstate NY. When he arrived to Cincinnati, he immediately fell in love with the city. “Cincinnati is a very diverse and up-and-coming city with deep passion for great coffee, great food, and a vibrant soccer scene… it reminded me of my home country.”
In 2021, in the middle of a global pandemic, Gerado took a leap of faith and bought his first 250g Drum Roaster. He started the long-sought-dream of sharing his passion and love for coffee and community with the world. In April of 2021, he embarked on a 1,000+ kms journey through the Western Sierras searching for outstanding coffee. From an all-women operated Cooperative in Marcala to a 4th generation producer family in Copán, he met some of the most passionate and hardworking farmers. Loaded with 70+ lbs of green beans in his checked bags, he traveled back to Cincinnati, OH and carefully roasted and evaluated each sample, over and over again until he found the best coffee for you. This coffee is a testament to his passion for community and high quality coffee. His company’s mission is to develop and roast high quality coffee, while improving the lives of their growers, partners, and customers through meaningful and honest relationships one cup at a time.
Through unique partnerships with the Cincinnati Regional Chamber and the Cincinnati USA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Viva Coffee Roasters is a Silver Dual Member.
NewPath Child & Family Solutions ignites hope and changes the futures of individuals facing behavioral and specialty healthcare, educational treatment, and youth support needs by providing access to expert, specialized, and comprehensive trauma-informed care. NewPath’s range of services allows them to deliver the best opportunities for change. Their programs improve lives, igniting hope, one success story at a time.
NewPath is a new member of the Cincinnati Chamber after moving this past August. The Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce assisted in hosting NewPath’s recent ribbon-cutting event. NewPath’s Chief Impact Officer, Tricia Mullins, was featured as a Member Spotlight at a recent Chamber meeting.
NewPath Child & Family Solutions excitedly invites you to the 2024 Heart & Hope Gala-Rising Change on Thursday, October 10 at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. It is an evening full of fun, storytelling, and celebration of their 2024 Heart, Hope, Spark, and Torch Award recipients. These awards recognize the volunteers, donors, foster parents, and team members who go above and beyond to care for the children and families they support. For tickets and sponsorships, visit newpath.org/gala
“NewPath creates rising change where hope leads to new horizons.”
In the heart of Cincinnati, a company founded on principles as solid as its owner’s legendary offensive line stands out in the world of corporate apparel and promotional products and Chamber Gold Member. Muñoz Brandz, a certified Minority Business Enterprise, carries the name and values of its founder, Anthony Muñoz, former Cincinnati Bengal and NFL Hall of Fame inductee (Class of 1998).
With a focus on innovation and best-in-class customer service, Muñoz Brandz delivers top-quality corporate apparel and leading promotional products. Their experience, size, and diverse supply chain allow them to be highly responsive to customer needs, ensuring that every project meets and exceeds expectations.
For those looking to elevate their brand or create impactful promotional materials while supporting a company with a strong sense of corporate responsibility, Muñoz Brandz offers an unparalleled partnership opportunity.
For more information, contact Kathy at kathy@munozbrandz.com
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Kenwood, Ohio, the Residence Inn Kenwood, a new Chamber Silver Member, offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience for travelers. With its prime location just steps away from the bustling Kenwood Towne Center, guests have easy access to an array of dining and shopping options. The hotel boasts 134 well-appointed all-suite accommodations, each featuring a fully equipped kitchenette, a spacious living area complete with a sofa bed, and cozy bedrooms. Additional amenities include an indoor pool, a round-the-clock fitness center, laundry facilities, a meeting room, and the added benefits of complimentary Wi-Fi and secure garage parking, ensuring a stay that is both relaxing and productive.
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Mills James, a Chamber Silver Member, is a meeting & event production, creative media production, and AV hospitality services company with more than 30 full time employees servicing the P&G businesses and their offices around Greater Cincinnati. For 17 years they have produced P&G’s townhalls and business meetings, broadcast streaming them all over the world. Most of the Mills James employees work on-site full time at P&G but there is also a Mills James creative office & photo studio in Covington, at 120 West Pike Street. At Pike Street Studios, Mills James creatives are busy producing, editing and animating content for local businesses and brands.
NEST (Nutrition, Education, Safety, Transformation) Community Learning Center is a unique non-profit organization aiming to break the generational cycle of poverty in suburban and rural communities in Eastern Cincinnati. Their mission is to address academic and non-academic barriers perpetuating poverty and provide at-risk school-age children with sound Nutrition and targeted Education in a Safe neighborhood environment to Transform their future outcomes.
NEST is committed to transforming the future outcomes of at-risk school-age children in suburban and rural communities. Join them in their mission to break the cycle of generational poverty. Get involved and support NEST Community Learning Center today!
Learn more at: https://nestclc.org/
The Cincinnati Cyclones, in conjunction with the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Toronto Maple Leafs, have announced a new affiliation agreement. The Cyclones spent the previous season as the affiliate for the New York Rangers, while the Maple Leafs were affiliated with the ECHL’s Newfoundland Growlers since 2018.
“We are thrilled to be associated with an organization with such a storied history as the Toronto Maple Leafs,” said Cyclones General Manager Vice President Kristin Ropp. “To partner with an organization that places value in the development of players from the ECHL through the AHL and into the NHL is truly exciting.”
The Toronto Maple Leafs are 13-time Stanley Cup Champions and have been regarded as one of the premiere NHL franchises since joining the league as an Original Six club in 1917. Toronto has enjoyed eight straight trips to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and plays out of the NHL’s Atlantic Division.
“We are excited to embark on this new partnership with the Cincinnati Cyclones,” stated Brad Treliving, General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs. “This is a significant investment for our hockey club as we look to provide our players with the best resources available to support their growth and professional development.”
Since the 2006-07 season, the Cyclones have seen 28 of its players go on to play in the NHL and plenty more receive call-ups to the American Hockey League (AHL). Cincinnati’s new AHL affiliate will be the Toronto Marlies, who have been longtime partners with the Maple Leafs. The two NHL and AHL Toronto based clubs play just over two miles apart downtown with the Leafs skating at Scotiabank Arena and the Marlies playing out of Coca-Cola Coliseum.
“Being a Toronto Native, my foundation for the game of hockey was laid in that city,” said Cyclones Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations Jason Payne. “The sport and Leafs Nation mean so much, to so many. It’s not just a part of life, it’s the way of life. I’m excited about the affiliation between our proud franchise the Cincinnati Cyclones and the Original Six Toronto Maple Leafs.”
The Cincinnati Cyclones are a professional hockey team located in southern Ohio and have been a fixture in the pro sports landscape of Cincinnati, OH since 1990. The Cyclones compete in the ECHL and are the AA affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs and the American Hockey League’s Toronto Marlies. Cincinnati hosts its home games at the Heritage Bank Center and competes in the league’s Central Division.” Visit cincyhockey.com for more information about tickets and ways to get involved.
Learn more at: https://cycloneshockey.com/
The Association of the United States Army is a non-profit, 501c3 organization and the Army’s professional association. They are a voice for the Army, supporting soldiers and their families and honoring veterans. The Major Samuel Woodfill Chapter serves the Southwestern Ohio, Southeastern Indiana, and Northern Kentucky area, in which more than 102,000 veterans reside, according to the 2022 census.
They host many support events every year, including Operation Thank You, which they host in conjunction with the Cincinnati VA and Cincinnati Parks. Operation Thank You is a celebration of military service with free access to veteran and military support organizations, music acts, family and kids zone, and access to currently serving soldiers and equipment. Now in its third year, this year’s event takes place on August 24th, and they’re expecting it to be bigger and better than ever with even more in attendance. You can learn more about the event – including how you can get involved or become a sponsor – on the local AUSA website.
Learn more at: https://www.ausatristate.org/
Avid Autocare serves all makes and models and their highly-skilled auto mechanics provide exceptional auto repair services. The more you learn about them, the more you’ll see that they are masters at auto repair, and they like it that way. They think you will too.
If you own an Audi, Porsche, or VW and want the same great service offered at Avid Autocare in Cincinnati, check out their sister location: Dubwerx. Both locations offer the same 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all services and free Uber rides and loaner cars to make it easier to arrange the pickup and drop off of your vehicle.
Avid Autocare is a silver member with us, enjoying great healthcare benefits and savings through our ChamberHealth® partnership with Medical Mutual.
Learn more at https://www.avidautocare.com/
BIBIBOP believes in the power of well B-ing through balanced, nourishing, and delicious food. What sets them apart is their commitment to serving healthy Asian food that is accessible and enjoyable for everyone. They are also proud to say they are 100% gluten-free!
BIBIBOP Rookwood is a new silver member with us, and we are excited to have them here in the Cincinnati region. They opened their doors at the end of June, and you can follow them on Facebook to see what’s happening at the restaurant!
Learn more at https://bibibop.com/locations/bibibop-cincinnati-oh-rookwood/
Adopt A Class serves students in Kindergarten through 8th grade in 36 schools across Greater Cincinnati. Schools participating in the AAC program have higher levels of poverty where a majority of students participate in free lunch programs and help is needed most. On average, 97% of the students Adopt A Class serves are eligible for free or reduced meals.
Adopt A Class currently serves students in Cincinnati Public Schools, Catholic Inner-City Schools, Boone County Schools, Princeton City Schools, Norwood City Schools, Newport Independent Schools, Covington Independent Schools, and Middletown City Schools. As a mentor, you’re exposing young people to worlds they may not experience otherwise, and it only requires one hour per month during the school year.
If you’d like to learn more, complete this form and an Adopt A Class staff member will reach out to you
Learn more at https://aacmentors.org
Visionworks is on a mission to simplify eye care. This means easy appointment scheduling, stores organized for finding perfect pairs easily, and a 100-day guarantee. They are new to the Cincinnati market and will be hosting a grand opening for their store in Kenwood (7817 Kenwood Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236) on July 12th at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome!
Visionworks is a new silver member with us. We’re excited they’ve come to Cincinnati and joined to get involved in the region right away.
Learn more at https://www.visionworks.com/
Activate offers high-tech games that test your team’s physical and mental agility across a wide variety of real-life challenges. Once inside, you and your team choose from hundreds of combinations of games and difficulty levels, each lasting one to three minutes. Your electronic wristband tracks your score and progress throughout your experience making Activate perfect for a casual night out or intense competition.
Activate Cincinnati, located in Oakley, is a new silver member with us. They recently joined to connect with other businesses at our events and share their support for the Cincinnati community in any way they can. If you’d like a free, exclusive tour of their new facility, click here to conveniently schedule one!
Learn more at https://playactivate.com/cincinnati
Banks Cleaning Services is committed to sustainability in their janitorial practices. They prioritize the use of eco-friendly cleaning products and implement green cleaning techniques wherever possible. Additionally, Banks actively seeks out innovative solutions and technologies that minimize our environmental impact while still delivering exceptional cleaning results to our commercial and industrial clients.
Experience the difference with Banks Cleaning Services LLC. Their expert team specializes in commercial and industrial janitorial services, delivering unparalleled cleanliness and professionalism to businesses in Cincinnati and beyond. Let them elevate your space to new levels of cleanliness and hygiene. Contact Banks today to schedule your personalized cleaning consultation and discover how Banks Cleaning Services can meet your janitorial needs with excellence.
Learn more at https://www.bankscleaningservicesllc.com/
Santa Maria helps families build self-sufficiency and break the cycles of generational poverty by offering a hand-up rather than a hand-out. They seek to help families help themselves by offering a range of programs that cover education, health, employment, financial stability, and family support. Santa Maria’s Family Center is based in Cincinnati Ohio’s Price Hill community and provides more than 2,500 individuals with educational tools and resources to build strong families, promote healthy residents, and foster neighborhood revitalization. Their mission is to be a catalyst and advocate for Greater Price Hill families to attain their educational, financial, and health goals. Their vision is for Greater Price Hill to be a vibrant, thriving, and self-sustaining community.
Get involved with Santa Maria today as a volunteer, supporter, or partner agency.
Learn more at https://santamaria-cincy.org/
Nexigen is excited to announce that they’re hosting Cincy AI Week! Their mission is to help businesses adopt responsible AI and empower our community. Join them as they lead the charge in AI innovation and make a significant impact together!
Cincy AI Week takes place from June 11-13 at Union Hall. Admission is free, but space is limited. Please be sure to pre-register to secure your spot.
Nexigen is a Momentum Investor with the Cincinnati Chamber. They have been engaged with us for years, actively contributing to business development through coffee meetups and many other initiatives.
Learn more at https://www.nexigen.com/
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