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Grow our Population

We strengthen civic ties and create meaningful and fruitful connections for those who are here. We work with government, businesses, educational institutions, and community partners to ensure a welcoming environment that helps newcomers find success and opportunity in our region.

Grow our Economy

Through bold leadership, advocacy and partnerships with city, county, state and federal policy makersthe Cincinnati Regional Chamber advances a pro-business and pro-development policy initiatives that stimulate and grow our regional economy.

Grow our Cultural Vibrancy

With hundreds of thousands of attendees each year, we create events and experiences that drive vibrancy in our region. Beyond what we produce, we’re deeply engaged and invested in growing the region’s cultural vibrancy by supporting arts, culture, sports, and entertainment assets and investments.

A Strong Business Community

We create member experiences, connections, and programming that meet the unique needs of businesses in our region. We’re a driver of regional collaboration, ensuring that our diverse civic and business communities are aligned, engaged, and have their voices heard.

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BLINK Abroad: Tourism and Economic Development Organizations Visit Paris and London to Showcase Cincy

Coalition of regional partners connect with international audiences to drive visitation, investment and awareness
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber Recognizes 61 Future Leaders for C-Change Class 20

C-Change is designed for advancing mid-career leaders in the Cincinnati region.
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Food, Fun and Dim Sum: Asian Food Fest Returns for 14th Year with Expanded Family Zone and Announces Vendor Line-up

The two-day community extravaganza celebrating Asian culture and cuisine attracts nearly 120,000 attendees annually and has become one of the Cincinnati region’s fastest growing and most culturally diverse events.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber Recognizes 53 Future Leaders for Cincy Next Class 12

Cincy Next is a program for emerging leaders with fewer than 8 years of professional experience to strengthen leadership skills, expand networks, and increase knowledge of self, business, and community.
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Meet Metro Rapid, the newly named BRT system

Halfway through its game-changing Reinventing Metro plan, Hamilton County’s public transit system has unveiled many services and options for riders and impacted the region’s economy. And there’s much more to come.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber Welcomes James Watkins, CEO of Triversity Construction, as new Board Chair

At its Annual Dinner last Thursday, the Cincinnati Regional Chamber held its “passing of the gavel” ceremony to welcome its new Board Chair.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber Recognizes We are Making Black History Honorees at 7th Annual Award Ceremony

On Thursday, February 27th, at its Annual Dinner, the Cincinnati Regional Chamber recognized eight individuals as honorees of its We Are Making Black History campaign.
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Celebrating Black History Month: Our Staff

Halfway through its game-changing Reinventing Metro plan, Hamilton County’s public transit system has unveiled many services and options for riders and impacted the region’s economy. And there’s much more to come.
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Metro Partnerships Provide Transportation Freedom

Halfway through its game-changing Reinventing Metro plan, Hamilton County’s public transit system has unveiled many services and options for riders and impacted the region’s economy. And there’s much more to come.
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Congratulations to the Graduates of Cincy LEAD Class 1

Class 1 of Cincy LEAD, the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber’s leadership development program designed to equip advancing leaders with the skills and tools to accelerate their leadership in their organization and with their teams while building a meaningful network of peers, graduated 55 leaders representing a wide
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Congratulations to the Graduates of Building Cultural Competence Class 8

Class 8 of Building Cultural Competence, the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber’s leadership development program that equips participants with the skills to build bridges across the cultural, political, and social divides in our region and country, graduated 32 leaders representing a wide variety of businesses in the region on
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Congratulations to the Graduates of WE Lead Class 16

Class 16 of WE Lead, the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber’s leadership development experience for high-potential, goal oriented women who are actively preparing for the next level of their career, graduated 53 leaders representing a wide variety of businesses in the region on June 7. WE Lead is
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The Workforce Innovation Center Announces Alliance with Council for Inclusive Capitalism

The Workforce Innovation Center at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber announced today that it has joined the Council for Inclusive Capitalism as an Ally. The Council is a global nonprofit organization that joins moral and market imperatives to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and trusted economic system that addresses the needs of our
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Cincinnati Chamber Adds Number of New Faces to Meet Business Post-Pandemic Needs

The Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber team is growing to meet the evolving needs of Cincinnati Chamber members. After two years of delivering members benefits with reduced staff due to COVID-19 pandemic impacts, the Chamber’s members and supporters can expect to see a more robust team ready to serve them and lean
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Sean Comer Joins the Cincinnati Chamber as Vice President of the Leadership Center

The Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber announced today that Sean Comer will be the Chamber’s Leadership Center Vice President, effective May 2. In addition to overseeing the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati Chamber, Comer will be responsible for the renowned Leadership Cincinnati program, which is now accepting applications for Class 46. Comer
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Dr. Tyra Oldham and Rafeal L. Underwood Named Minority Business Accelerator Senior Business Advisors

The Minority Business Accelerator at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber have announced that Dr. Tyra Oldham and Rafeal L. Underwood will be serving as Senior Business Advisors. Both will be responsible for advising Minority Businesses on access to capital, planning and executing strategies, and improving efficiency in the operational and financial
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Cincinnati Chamber Announces Cincy Next Class 9 Participants

47 leaders from a variety of organizations in the Cincinnati region have been accepted for Class 9 of Cincy Next, a leadership development program produced by the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber and presented by Fifth Third Bank. Cincy Next is designed for emerging leaders in their early twenties
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Membership Spotlights

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/

Somerhaus event space is the sister of Somerset Bar. Somerhaus is a unique, flexible, and affordable option for festive events like holiday or corporate parties, birthdays, wedding receptions, and rehearsal dinners, but also business functions like off-site meetings, retreats, and small group functions.

Underneath the skylight in Somerhaus in the steel rafters of the building sits a 200-year-old traditional Japanese fishing boat. A set of village gates brought over from India separates the main event space from a kitchen, which can be used by caterers.

Somerhaus is part of Lost Hospitality, a new silver member with us and proud member of the Over-the Rhine community. Visit their website to book a tour and connect with their amazing managers, Beth and Emma!

Learn more at https://www.somerhaus.space/