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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/

360 Total Care specializes in offering home care services, with a particular emphasis on community integration. They operate a day habilitation center that caters to individuals with developmental disabilities and the elderly, providing them with the necessary support and care they need. Their business is dedicated to supporting individuals to stay in their homes while providing opportunities for engaging in enjoyable activities, contributing to the community, and maintaining a sense of normalcy in their lives.

They welcome individuals from all walks of life to join them in their mission. Whether you have a family member with developmental disabilities, are a caregiver for an older parent seeking independence and community engagement, or a business owner interested in offering volunteer opportunities, explore their website and visit their center to discover how you can contribute to their cause.

360 Total Care is a silver member with us through a dual membership with the Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA. By being a member with the Cincinnati Chamber, 360 Total Care continues to meet and collaborate with other small businesses to extend their community reach while taking advantage of special advertising offers and discounts on workers’ compensation through our ChamberComp® partnership with Sheakley. Engaging with the Chamber enhances their ability to create impactful partnerships and leverage resources that support their mission of fostering inclusion and acceptance for their participants.

360 Total Care is notable for its commitment to community integration, ensuring that each participant feels included and accepted. They’ve recently expanded to a new, state-of-the-art facility in Dayton, Ohio, which houses hundreds of participants. Their collaborations with organizations like the food bank and local metro parks provide participants with meaningful volunteer opportunities. This focus on real-world engagement helps participants become more social and accepted within the community, showcasing the tangible impact of their programs.

RJE Business Interiors specializes in high-quality furniture and workplace solutions. If you want to see their solutions in action, they host a Think Tank luncheon series on the third Thursday of each month touching on cutting edge trends with industry leaders in their showroom (downtown on Broadway St.). You can also visit their website, follow them on social media, or call them to schedule a showroom visit to experience what they have to offer. They’re also happy to meet for coffee or lunch!

RJE Business Interiors is a gold member at the Cincinnati Chamber. Their VP, Ashley Blevins, participated in WE Lead and they are working towards taking advantage of additional continued leadership opportunities with us for their entire team. They also enjoy networking at our Cincy Blend events – including hosting the next one on May 15 – along with attending many of our other learning and professional development events and series.

Learn more about RJE at https://www.rjebusinessinteriors.com/

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Southwest Ohio (SWOH) is a grassroots mental health organization originally founded as NAMI Hamilton County in 1979. The organization merged with NAMI Warren and NAMI Clermont in 2014 to better serve the region, and added Clinton County in 2021.

They offer educational programs, support groups, an information and referral HelpLine, and a variety of presentations in schools, businesses, and other community organizations. Additionally, they work together with their national organization and state affiliate on advocacy priorities and public awareness campaigns. All programs and services are offered at no cost. At NAMI, they believe cost should never be a barrier to accessing care.

The second Saturday of each May, they host their annual NAMIWalks, bringing the community together to walk in support of mental health for all and raising funds, awareness, and hope. This free event is open to all – you can register here to join them Saturday, May 11!

NAMI SWOH is a new Cincinnati Chamber member at the gold level. We look forward to partnering with them and seeing them at our events!

Learn More about NAMI SWOH  https://namiswoh.org/

Nehemiah Manufacturing was founded in 2009 with the mission to build brands, create jobs, and change lives. They are led by a team of seasoned CPG executives with a proven track record of success, who share a passion for making a positive impact in our community. Nehemiah is committed to bringing manufacturing jobs back to the inner city of Cincinnati to stimulate community development and economic growth.

Nehemiah will continue to champion the business imperative of expanding hiring practices to include those with a criminal background or other barrier to employment. Nehemiah would encourage all business leaders to learn more about second chance hiring. More information can be found at 2ndchancefamily.com.

Nehemiah is a momentum investor and proud partner with the Cincinnati Chamber, as well as a supporter of the Workforce Innovation Center as an advocate for second chance hiring. Nehemiah has also participated in several of the Cincinnati Chamber’s leadership development programs, including Leadership Cincinnati and WE Lead.

Since the 1990s, Cincinnati Works has been committed to building a stronger workforce and helping area workers succeed. Partnering with a variety of employers, the organization assists workers in strengthening soft skills and building financial acumen to gain valuable career experience. Cincinnati Works provides individualized education on a series of personal finance topics and addresses behavioral challenges that arise in the workplace. Financial coaching and money management education are key components of this effort, helping participants reach a greater level of stability. By taking such a holistic approach, the organization is positioning workers to thrive in the workplace on a long-term basis.

Cincinnati Works is a gold member with us. They’ve had a number of employees participate in our Leadership Center programs over the years, including two current participants – Tianay Amat, President & CEO, is in Leadership Cincinnati and Sam Dewald, Sr. Project Manager, is in C-Change. Cincinnati Works also utilizes their membership by hosting professional and employer development events in our rentable conference rooms.