1819 Innovation Hub

We have an electrifying lineup for our Entrepreneurship & Sports breakout session at this year's Founders+Funders Summit! ?? ?? John Cunningham, Athletic Director, University of Cincinnati Athletics. In his fifth year as UC’s Athletic Director, John has made a huge impact, leading the Bearcats into the Big 12 and launching a $100 million fundraising drive. Under his leadership the university has seen the creation of a new Indoor Practice Facility, recruited top-level coaches, and remarkable success in various sports. He’s also made innovation strides in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) with programs and partnerships. ?? Cory Sims, Founder, Sims Investment Management, LLC, Winnie Capital Advisor. Cory graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati in 2011 with a double major in Finance and Real Estate. He has had previous experiences at both Johnson Investment Counsel and Valhalla Investment Advisory. ?? Andre Eanes, President and Chief Business Officer, A&A Management Group. Since graduating from CECH in 2012 with a degree in sports administration, Andre has navigated the sports industry with great success. He is now a self-made business owner and the co-owner and president of A&A Management, where he manages the careers of many athletes at the highest levels of sports. You will not want to miss this session to learn from those who are helping athletes build companies, brands, and careers beyond the field of play. ?? Secure your spot now! Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? Location: 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH ?? Date: September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosystem

We are one week away from Founders+Funders, and we have another exciting speaker to highlight: Peter Mulford! ?? Peter is the Chief Innovation Officer at BTS. He drives business transformation and capability-building with Fortune 500 companies like Sony, Microsoft, Time Warner, and Merck, focusing on innovation leadership, design thinking, and AI systems. Peter's work goes beyond traditional innovation methods, helping organizations cultivate a culture where innovation and divergent thinking thrive. Peter will be presenting on "The State of Artificial Intelligence," where he will unveil the next opportunities with AI for entrepreneurs! We cannot wait to hear his insights at this year's summit. Don't miss it! ?? Secure your spot now! Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? Location: 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH ?? Date: September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosystem

?? Congratulations to eGateway Capital! ?? ? Your commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and shaping the future of digital commerce is inspiring. ?? Thank you for being a vital partner in innovation and growth in the eco-system. Here’s to many more successes together! ?? ? Key Takeaway :: eGateway Capital has closed on its $94M Fund II, which it will use to invest in growth-stage tech companies in the e-commerce and supply chain space.

We are proudly announcing our next speaker for this year's Founders+Funders Summit! Meet Brian Duerring, Chief Operating Officer at Pantomath, a data observability and traceability platform that automates data operations and enhances reliability through real-time monitoring and cross-platform pipeline lineage. Before joining Pantomath, Brian worked with Cintrifuse, Altafiber (formerly Cincinnati Bell), and WCPO 9 News. He also co-founded media companies like Maximum Media LLC and StreamSpot. Brian’s expertise in entrepreneurship and technology has been highlighted in publications like Entrepreneur Magazine, Business Courier, and various other media outlets. He will be a breakout speaker in a discussion examining the opportunities and challenges of building a startup in the Midwest. We’re excited for Brian to bring his invaluable expertise to the event! ?? Secure your spot now! Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? Location: 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH ?? Date: September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosystem

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Experience at This Year’s Founders & Funders Event! ?? We are THRILLED to unveil our Keynote Speaker, the legendary Chris Wanstrath! This tech trailblazer and visionary co-founded GitHub back in 2007 and led it as CEO for 11 incredible years, culminating in a mind-blowing acquisition by Microsoft for a staggering $7.5 billion! ?? Recently, Chris took a leap into the gaming world with the founding of Null Games, and he’s been recognized on prestigious lists like Forbes’ 30 Under 30, Fortune’s 40 Under 40, and CNBC’s Disruptor 50. Join us for a captivating fireside chat where Chris will share his insights alongside ryan hays, EVP, and Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer at University of Cincinnati. Together, they’ll dive deep into innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of tech! We are buzzing with anticipation for the incredible wisdom Chris will bring to the stage this year. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting conversation! ?? Secure your spot now! Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? Location: 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH ?? Date: September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosystem

We’re excited to introduce our next speaker for this year's Founders & Funders Event! ?? Meet Meghann Craig, VP of Marketing at Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment. With over 16 years of experience on the ad agency side, she’s known for leading award-winning marketing and communications campaigns that put brands in the spotlight. From securing headlines on “LIVE with Kelly and Ryan” to orchestrating experiences at the Cannes Lions Festival, Meghann excels at building relationships that drive brand credibility and advocacy. Meghann’s career highlights include leading word-of-mouth programs for big names like Shaw Floors, Kroger and Smucker’s and negotiating brand integrations with shows like “Property Brothers” and “Love It Or List It Too.” In her breakout session, “Strategies for Building a Trusted Brand,” Meghann will dive into founders' unique skills and strategies to grow their companies into nationally recognized brands. We can’t wait for Meghann to share her insights and experiences at this year’s event! ?? Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH ?? September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosyste

Introducing our next speaker for this year's Founders & Funders Event, Marvin Abrinica! ?? Marvin is a founder, brand storyteller, public speaker, entrepreneur, brewer, & investor. His company, Wunderfund, supports small businesses and startups looking to raise capital. He's helped dozens of companies big & small build the right story to brand and raise capital. Marvin also co-founded Esoteric Brewing Company, Cincinnati's first BIPOC-owned brewery committed to championing diversity in the craft beer industry. ?? Among all his incredible endeavors, we are now lucky to have him as a part of the 1819 Innovation Hub Team as the Director of Startups for both the Venture Lab and University of Cincinnati's Center for Entrepreneurship. We're delighted for Marvin to share his experience in our breakout session, "Strategies for Building a Trusted Brand" where he will touch on building and scaling a quality brand. Don't miss this year's event! ?? Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH ?? September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosystem

ryan hays, our EVP and Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer, has posted another thought-provoking article about how innovators and strategists approach the future. While we all think about the future daily, Ryan breaks down what sets true innovators apart: the ability to see around corners and turn future thinking into a competitive edge. ?? At the 1819 Innovation Hub, our efforts are to drive impactful change by supporting those who think boldly and strategically about what’s next. Check out Ryan’s latest insights on how to manage the future, not just predict it. ?? Thanks to the Cincinnati Business Courier for their help with this article. ?? #ThoughtLeadership #Innovation #FutureThinking #1819InnovationHub #UniversityofCincinnati

We’re excited to share that we’re partnering with Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub to co-lead a combined accelerator program! By joining forces, we're bringing together our Venture Lab pre-accelerator and the SustainableCincy accelerator for an 8-week journey. ?? Program highlights: ?? 8 weeks of valuable content ?? A program created in collaboration with Flywheel ?? In-person sessions for a more hands-on experience We can't wait to see the impact this collaboration will create! #ventures #accelerator #sustainability #entrepreneurship #startups #innovation #1819innovationhub

We are thrilled to spotlight our next speaker for this year's Founders & Funders Event! ?? Meet Elizabeth Edwards, Founder and Managing Partner of H Venture Partners. Elizabeth leads a fund that invests in innovative consumer brands poised for growth. Before establishing H Venture Partners, Elizabeth worked with Maywic Select Investments and West Capital, where she played a key role in early investments in BILL, CardioInsight, and Paydiant. Her career began as a strategy consultant at Deloitte, where she worked on innovation and strategic projects for clients like Johnson & Johnson. In her breakout session, "Today's Changing Venture Capital Environment," she will highlight strategies for navigating the current venture environment and identifying synergies for participant deal flow. We’re excited to have Elizabeth bring her knowledge and insights to this year’s event! ?? Register for this session and many others for this year's summit here: https://bit.ly/4dBAURA ?? 1819 Innovation Hub, 2900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH ?? September 20, 2024 #FoundersandFunders #FoundersFunders #FoundersFunders2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneur #Founder #Funder #UC #UCAlumni #CincinnatiInnovationDistrict #CincinnatiInnovation #CincinnatiEcosystem