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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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Work-Based Learning: Takeaways from the University Business Summit  

Higher education institutions in Ohio are now mandated to provide work-based educational programs for their students. What does that mean for employers?  The quick background: A new piece of legislation, House Bill 96, calls on Ohio’s public two- and four-year colleges and universities to expand co-op and internship programs that connect students’ coursework to their intended careers. The 2026-27 academic year
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Celebrating September’s New Chamber Members

Please join us in welcoming our newest members who joined the Cincinnati Regional Chamber in September! As members, they receive discounts to exclusive events, leadership programs, business resources, and opportunities to build meaningful connections across industries. We’re thrilled to serve this diverse group of businesses and organizations and thank them for
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Greater Cincinnati: Growth, Culture, and Economic Impact

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Greater Cincinnati. Learn how Hispanic and Latino communities are driving cultural vibrancy, economic growth, and inclusive opportunities across the region.
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Prost to an Incredible Oktoberfest Zinzinnati Weekend!

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, Presented by Samuel Adams, brought Cincinnati to life with record crowds enjoying German traditions, live music, the Running of the Wieners, the Chicken Dance with Brent Suter, Family Day fun, authentic German food, and the ceremonial keg tapping with Jim Koch and Mayor Aftab Pureval. Celebrate the city’s heritage
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Safety Programs: The Key to Controlling Workers’ Compensation Costs in Ohio

For Ohio employers, workers’ compensation is a significant and often unpredictable expense. While premiums are influenced by factors such as industry, payroll, and claims history, one of the most effective and controllable strategies for managing costs is investing in workplace safety programs. A strong safety culture not only protects employees but
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Monthly Member Briefing Recap: Navigating the Future of Work and Community

At the Chamber’s Monthly Member Briefing, city leaders shared updates on activating the new convention center plaza, advancing housing and transit, and implementing public safety reforms to support Cincinnati’s growth.
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2025 Nelson Schwab Jr. Distinguished Alumni Award & Civic Quotient Award Winners

The Leadership Center hosted the 2025 Annual Leadership Center Celebration where they welcomed the newest class of Leadership Cincinnati and celebrated leaders whose impact continues to shape the Cincinnati region. Rick Greiwe and Carl Satterwhite were awarded the Nelson Schwab Jr. Distinguished Alumni Award. Rick Greiwe | Principal, Greiwe Development |
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The Leadership Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber Announces WE Lead Class 20

Fifty-one leaders from a variety of organizations in the Cincinnati region have been accepted for WE Lead Class 20.
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Emily Croft Thought Leadership

5 Things Executives Moving to Cincinnati Should Know

Moving to a new city can bring a mixture of emotions: excitement and joy for a new chapter, anxiety and fear for all of the unknown that comes with it. It can be difficult to find the balance of adjusting to a new role and company while acclimating yourself and your
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Arena Study Findings Confirm Need for New Arena, Identify Highly Viable Sites, and Project Programming Increase in Modern Facility

A new report by the Cincinnati Regional Chamber in collaboration with Visit Cincy, 3CDC, the Port, the Cincinnati Business Committee and Cincinnati Regional Business Committee, and in partnership with the City of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, underscores the need for a modern arena to replace the nearly 50-year-old Heritage Bank Center.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Workforce Innovation Center Releases a Special Report on Gen Z in the Workforce in the Cincinnati Region

The report focuses on Gen Z individuals with or on the path to earning a bachelor’s degree, highlighting who they are broadly, what they expect from an employer, and why they choose Cincinnati
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The Leadership Center at the Cincinnati Chamber To Honor Three Community Leaders during Expanded Annual Celebration at MegaCorp Pavilion 

Gallatin President Wym Portman and BT Rise Founder & CEO Barbara Turner to join list of Nelson Schwab, Jr. Distinguished Alumni; HealthPath Foundation President Kiana Trabue to receive inaugural Civic Quotient Award 
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Cincinnati Chamber, Duke Energy and the Huntington National Bank Announce Seven Recipients of $5,000 Grants through “Storefronts to the Forefront” Program

CINCINNATI — July 12, 2024 —The Cincinnati Regional Chamber is pleased to announce the seven $5,000 grant recipients for year three of Storefronts to the Forefront, a unique partnership with Duke Energy and our newest partner The Huntington National Bank to promote increased visibility of small businesses in our region. Storefronts
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Cincinnati Chamber Announces Liz Keating as VP of Government Affairs and Advocacy

Cincinnati, Ohio (January 18, 2024) – The Cincinnati Regional Chamber announced today that Liz Keating will join the Chamber as the Vice President of Government Affairs and Advocacy, effective February 6, 2024. Former Councilmember Keating is a well-respected, diligent, and effective leader in the public and private sectors. In her three
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Cincinnati Chamber Announces Grant Recipients of the Duke Energy Grant to Support Women, Veteran, and Minority-Owned Small BusinessesCOmm

The Cincinnati Chamber Foundation, in partnership with the Duke Energy Foundation, awarded a total of $75,000 in grants to small minority, veteran and women-owned businesses.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber, Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, and Partners Aim to Advance a More Inclusive Economy for Women of Color in Hamilton County

JPMorgan Chase has awarded the Workforce Innovation Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber with $500,000 to launch Women of Color in Tech.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber Announces Festival Dates for 2024

The Cincinnati Regional Chamber has released the schedule and details for its 2024 season of Community Events and Experiences, which includes Asian Food Fest, Taste of Cincinnati, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati and BLINK, previously announced last Summer.
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Membership Spotlights

Silver Member, Riley Decker Companies brings together over 100 years of combined staffing expertise across specialized brands. Their commitment to excellence drives them as they serve diverse industries. Whether it’s connecting talent with light industrial roles, excelling in skilled trades recruiting, specializing in healthcare staffing, or providing tailored solutions, they’re more than just a family of staffing brands, they’re your partner in success!

Visit their website or email Matthew Miller

Comcast Business is a leading global technology provider offering a comprehensive suite of advanced solutions that span connectivity, cybersecurity, managed network services, and voice and unified communication services.

Recognized by top analyst firms for our continuous growth, innovation, and leadership, Comcast Business is committed to ongoing improvement, investment, and innovation to empower our customers to achieve their best—today and in the future.

As a Gold member of the Cincinnati Regional Chamber, Comcast Business is excited to work closely with both the Chamber and the Cincinnati business community.

Comcast Business is also offering a free resource to help businesses stay safe. Download the Cybersecurity Threat Report to learn how cybercriminals use phishing, malware, DDoS attacks, and more to cause harm. Cybersecurity Threat Report

For more information about Comcast Business’ advanced solutions, feel free to contact our team or Jack Patton at jack_patton@comcast.com or 513.978.3800.

Canned Spinach is a website and graphic design agency and they are excited to have recently become a certified Hispanic-Owned Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) through the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)! Canned Spinach helps businesses in the Greater Cincinnati area and beyond elevate their brand and drive more revenue through optimized branding, websites, and graphic designs that support sales and marketing departments.

Canned Spinach is a Silver Member at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber and they have participated in various networking and educational events hosted by the Chamber. Each of which provide valuable insights and connections. They have also designed and developed multiple websites for the Cincinnati Chamber including cincinnatichamber.com, workforceInnovationcenter.com, and cincinnaticompass.org.

If you would like a free consultation, discussing your digital presence (branding, website, and / or marketing and sales assets), feel free to schedule a call with Canned Spinach’s CEO, Andrew Savitz

UCAN Nonprofit Pet Care Clinic is a nonprofit spray and neuter veterinary. Founded in 2001, UCAN’s mission is to stop the endless cycle of unwanted births of cats and dogs and the resulting euthanasia of those homeless cats and dogs in Greater Cincinnati shelters. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, thanks to generous donors and grants, they are able to save lives of cats and dogs in our community and keep them with the families that love them by:

  • Combating pet overpopulation through spay/neuter surgeries that are low-cost or free to those who cannot afford anything, including families experiencing homelessness and abuse victims living in a temporary shelter.  In addition to preventing unwanted litters of puppies and kittens, surgery enables pets to live longer, healthier lives because surgery eliminates or substantially reduces the risk of certain fatal infections and types of cancer.
  • Humanely stopping the exponential growth of the community cat population by trapping, sterilizing and vaccinating community cats.
  • Preventing costly illnesses by offering low-cost core vaccines.
  • Ensuring pets get back to their owners if lost, rather than entering a shelter, by offering low-cost microchips with lifetime registrations.
  • UCAN has performed over 186,600 spay/neuter surgeries, preventing the births of hundreds of thousands of unwanted cats and dogs. As a result, shelters in Greater Cincinnati are no longer overwhelmed by the sheer number of cats and dogs entering their shelters so have stopped the euthanasia of these animals just for space.

UCAN, a silver member of the Cincinnati Regional Chamber, joined to collaborate with other Cincinnati businesses, including social service agencies whose clients need help with their pets

If you have a pet cat or dog and need financial assistance getting them sterilized, please contact UCAN Nonprofit Pet Care Clinic!  If you love cats and dogs and want to help pet owners that need financial assistance with surgery and core vaccines, please donate at ucancincinnati.org!

This past year 4BIS Cybersecurity & IT Services became cybersecurity partners for the Cincinnati Reds, but 4BIS has been providing IT support services for nearly 30 years. They offer unlimited remote and onsite assistance, with their office conveniently located in Cincinnati to facilitate in-person visits when needed. Their helpdesk maintains an average ring time of just 22 seconds, and they’re able to resolve 75% of issues on the initial call.

4BIS, a recently joined Gold Member of the Cincinnati Chamber, and Session Investor for AI Business Summit Series Session 3: AI for Non Profits, looks forward to connecting with fellow members, being a resource, and helping secure businesses in the Greater Cincinnati area.

Check out their blog, sign up for their newsletters, sign-up for 15 minute weekly cyber briefing or check them out on YouTube and social media. If you ever have any technical questions or concerns, consider  4BIS a resource within the Chamber. They’re thrilled to get to know all their fellow members and look forward to connecting in person!

We’re thrilled to share one of Cincinnati’s hidden gems with you. If you haven’t discovered Zola’s Avondale Cafe, a Dual Chamber Silver Member, yet you’re in for something special. Walking into Zola’s, everyone feels the energy. The warmth hits you before you even look at the menu – there’s usually music playing, people laughing, and the most incredible aromas coming from the kitchen. This isn’t your typical cafe. It’s a place where Afro-Latino cooking traditions come alive in ways that make us rethink what Cincinnati’s food scene can be.

What we love most about Zola’s is how they’re doing business differently. Every ingredient has a story – they’re working with local farmers and producers right here in our region. And believe us, you can taste the difference. The team in the kitchen takes these fresh, local ingredients and works magic, blending traditional Afro-Latino recipes with modern touches that just work.

But here’s what really excites us: Zola’s has become this amazing gathering spot in Avondale. Stop by during lunch, and you’ll see business meetings happening next to family celebrations, with newcomers and regulars all mixing together. It’s exactly the kind of place that makes our city special.

Next time you’re thinking about where to grab lunch or host a business meeting, give Zola’s a try. Better yet – we’d love to arrange a Chamber meet-up there and introduce you to their team. They’re the kind of business that reminds us why the Chamber exists: to support places that don’t just serve food, but build community. Looking forward to seeing you at Zola’s!

P.S. Chamber members’ tip: Their lunch specials change daily, but if you see the plantain-crusted fish on the menu, don’t think twice – just order it!

Camp Joy’s Adult Leadership and Team Building Program offers impactful, hands-on experiences tailored to strengthen teamwork, communication, and leadership within your organization. Through activities grounded in collaboration and strategic thinking, participants gain practical tools to enhance workplace dynamics and build stronger connections. The program delivers measurable results, including improved problem-solving, heightened trust, and increased team productivity—all while supporting Camp Joy’s mission to create life-changing opportunities for underserved youth.

When businesses participate in their Adult Leadership and Team Building Program, they’re not just investing in their own team—they’re helping create life-changing experiences for underserved youth. Camp Joy’s mission is to serve children facing economic challenges, those in foster care, and youth with unique medical challenges, providing them with opportunities to grow, heal, and connect with nature. By engaging in their programs, businesses are directly supporting this mission and making a meaningful impact on the lives of these incredible kids.

Camp Joy’s Adult Leadership and Team Building is a gold member of the Cincinnati Chamber. For over 25 years, Camp Joy’s Adult Leadership and Team Building Program has proudly partnered with the Cincinnati Chamber to host transformative retreats for its leadership programs. Initiatives like Leadership Cincinnati, C-Change, and Cincy Next have relied on Camp Joy’s unique outdoor setting and expert-facilitated activities to develop collaboration, inspire innovation, and build meaningful connections among participants. This enduring partnership reflects Camp Joy’s commitment to shaping impactful leaders while supporting its mission to empower underserved youth.

Boost your team’s potential and make a difference! Camp Joy’s Adult Leadership and Team Building Program strengthens teamwork and communication while supporting underserved youth.

Visit teambuildingcamp.com or call Tia Miller at 513-478-9282 to schedule your experience today!

RISE Commercial District provides businesses with all-in pricing for their turnkey warehouse, office, and flex spaces that are clean, climate-controlled, and secure—ideal for storing equipment and operating your business. Their facilities range from warehouses and offices to flexible workspaces designed to meet the diverse needs of your business. They also have amenities that come with your lease, ranging from a forklift onsite, dumpster access, a shared conference room, and more.

RISE Commercial District is a gold member of the Cincinnati Chamber and employees of RISE have attended multiple Chamber events.

If you or a colleague need professional business space, join them at their Mason, Ohio location and take advantage of business space to grow your business with RISE Commercial District.

Contact them at mason@risecommercialdistrict.com or 513.630.4515 to learn more.

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