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What We Do

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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Our Team

Meet the people and teams that lead inclusively with passion, integrity, and fun in service of the businesses and people who call the Cincinnati region home.

Membership Team

The Cincinnati Chamber membership team connects your businesses with resources that drive growth.

Thomas Deere

Vice President, Sales & Engagement
513.383.4008
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Thomas is our Vice President of Sales & Engagement. He has over 28 years of experience as a senior leader in sales, marketing, operations, and business development. For 15 years, he served on the Executive Roundtable for…

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Thomas is our Vice President of Sales & Engagement. He has over 28 years of experience as a senior leader in sales, marketing, operations, and business development. For 15 years, he served on the Executive Roundtable for the Corporex Companies, as well as various executive roles at Five Seasons, including Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. He brings a deep-seated passion for delivering upon outstanding customer experiences and has an impressive understanding of the critical integration of operations, marketing, and sales. Thomas earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Dakota. Affectionately known as “Buck,” he currently resides in Northern Kentucky with his wife, Karen, and their three children, TJ, Jacob, and Bella.

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Paige Greenwell

Membership & CRM Support Manager
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Paige is our Membership & CRM Support Manager. Bringing in over 15 years of customer facing experience, Paige strongly values relationships, connecting the dots, and building bridges…

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Paige is our Membership & CRM Support Manager.  Bringing in over 15 years of customer facing experience, Paige strongly values relationships, connecting the dots, and building bridges between those she works with, with the aim to create a memorable and meaningful outcome.  Paige’s skillset ranges from business development, marketing, event coordinating, bartending, and fine dining service.  In her free time, Paige loves a good adventure, enjoying life with her partner and his son, and chasing around their basset hound and rabbit.

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Sarah Kaising

Membership Development & Engagement Specialist
513.686.2945
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Sarah Kaising is our Membership Development & Engagement Specialist. She is a proud Cincinnati native and University of Cincinnati Alum, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Neuropsychology and Sociology. With a diverse professional background…

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Sarah Kaising is our Membership Development & Engagement Specialist. She is a proud Cincinnati native and University of Cincinnati Alum, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Neuropsychology and Sociology. With a diverse professional background in the Hospitality and Clinical Research sectors, Sarah’s versatile skill set contributes to her success in cultivating meaningful connections. Outside of the Chamber, you can find Sarah trying new dishes at one of Cincinnati’s abundant restaurants, hiking at the Cincinnati Nature Center, or spending quality time at home with her three cats and loving partner, Andy.

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Beth McNeill

Senior Director, Sales & Engagement
513.686.2950
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Beth is our Senior Director of Sales & Engagement. She has a strong track record of operating with excellence. She has leveraged her ability to drive superior results and profitability in a variety of industries. In her current role…

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Beth is our Senior Director of Sales & Engagement. She has a strong track record of operating with excellence. She has leveraged her ability to drive superior results and profitability in a variety of industries. In her current role, she strives to improve the vibrancy of the region through membership investment, partner benefits, engagement, and programs. Through innovation, proven sales processes, intentional inclusion, and collaboration at all levels, inside and outside the company, she is a maker of change. She has worked in national sales roles in New York, Atlanta, and Chicago for Cintas Corporation, Chicago Sun Times, Yahoo, CNBC.com/General Electric, Cox Interactive Media and News Corporation. Beth is a proud mother of two daughters. She enjoys mentoring, traveling, golf, and volunteering. She draws inspiration from a quote from Shirley Chisholm, “Service is the rent we pay for our time on earth.”

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McLean Strickland

Sales Representative, Membership Development
513.579.3137
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McLean is our Sales Representative of Membership Development. A native of West Virginia, he transplanted himself to the Queen City after landing a job performing in Live Entertainment at Kings Island. As he continued to grow…

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McLean is our Sales Representative of Membership Development. A native of West Virginia, he transplanted himself to the Queen City after landing a job performing in Live Entertainment at Kings Island. As he continued to grow into a professional role there, his knack for connecting with people encouraged him to pursue a career that would allow him to maintain those connections and be in the know of all the amazing things slated to happen in the Cincinnati region. Through leadership and management roles in fast-paced fields such as sales, guest services, and operations, he brings an understanding of what teams and businesses need to grow and thrive. McLean loves to say: “Cincinnati became home before I realized I was ready to call it home, which is why I say Cincinnati chose me versus me choosing it.”

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Whether you’re a business leader, community leader, or just seeking to get more engaged in the region, we want to connect with you. Get in touch to learn more.