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Congratulations to our friends at Alloy Development Co. on their beautiful renovation! We can’t wait to see how they continue to serve the startups in our region at their brand-new HQ. https://lnkd.in/guiB3QgX

Ready for StartupCincy Week 2024? We asked the community what they're most excited about doing during StartupCincy Week and this is what they said: ? Meeting 400+ startups building in Cincinnati ?? Add to the $8B invested into Cincy startups ??? Explore one of the top 10 cities for startup momentum ?? Network. Network. And network some more! Join us Oct 7-10 for showcases, demos, happy hours, and endless opportunities. Don’t have your ticket yet? There’s still time! #SUCW2024 Register here: https://bit.ly/45cCfer

Congratulations to eGateway Capital for closing their recent fund! We can't wait to see how this impacts our growing startup ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/gxqzGcSD

This year’s StartupCincy Week 2024 lineup is packed with ecosystem heroes shaping the future of business and tech in Cincinnati! Catch all of these dynamic leaders on stage at #SUCW2024: ?? Antony Seppi, Vice President at Alloy Development Co. is an economic development leader, bringing creative solutions and entrepreneurial energy to Cincinnati's legacy communities. ?? Donna Zaring, Executive Director of Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, is a dynamic leader with a passion for empowering entrepreneurs and innovators. With experience in regional economic development, brand strategy, and nonprofit leadership, Donna has been connecting and growing our startup ecosystem. ?? Emma Scharfenberger Off, CEO and Partner at CincyTech is leading strategic direction and investment decisions for startups. A powerhouse in corporate transactions and recognized as a top woman in tech by Purpose Jobs, Emma’s work is shaping the future of tech in the Midwest! ?? J.B. Kropp, CEO of Cintrifuse and Managing Director of Cintrifuse Capital, brings a wealth of experience in early-stage investing and entrepreneurship. As a founder of The Brandery and former President of Dinovite, his leadership has driven growth across industries. ?? Jeremy Fritzhand, Director of Startup Services at Alloy Development Co. is empowering startups and fostering global entrepreneurship with his passion for innovation and community building. ?? Jill Morenz, President & CEO of Aviatra Accelerators, is guiding female entrepreneurs to success with her extensive experience in business, non-profits, and community building. ?? Rachel Desrochers, Founder of Power to Pursue, Grateful Grahams, the Incubator Kitchen Collective, and The Good People Festival, inspires community and gratitude-driven entrepreneurship with her innovative ventures and mentorship. ?? Sean Parker, Executive Director of Main Street Ventures, leverages two decades of corporate strategy to support startups and drive growth in Cincinnati’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. ?? Sue Bevan Baggott, Founder of Power Within Coaching & Consulting, brings her expertise in empathetic leadership, innovation, and angel investing to SUCW 2024! With 100+ early-stage investments, she empowers leaders to create meaningful change. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gRzwBy5X

Throughout August we had the privilege of partnering with Blue North and Brent Gravlee to bring a unique 4-part Sales Skills Series to Union Hall.?Each session was carefully curated by Gravlee who shared?his wealth of knowledge and experience from working with startups like?Munk Pack and industry giants like?Cliff Bar, General Mills, and?Mondelēz International. We're grateful for such impactful partnerships that bring hands-on learning to the founders, leaders, and business owners in our community!?

This year’s lineup features an impressive roster of speakers who are shaping the future of business, technology, and all things Cincy! You won’t want to miss these speakers at StartupCincy Week 2024: ??Joshua Reid, Founder and CEO of LunchTable! A Cincinnati native and seasoned entrepreneur, Josh is revolutionizing fan engagement by transforming spectators into brand ambassadors. With successful pilots with the Cincinnati Reds and FC Cincinnati, LunchTable is gaining momentum, securing $2.4 million in seed funding. ??Katie Trauth Taylor, PhD, CEO and Cofounder of Narratize! Katie leads the charge in generative AI storytelling, inspiring teams to create products and experiences that leave a lasting impact. With over a decade of experience in both fast-growth startups and Fortune 500 companies like NASA, Hershey, and Boeing, she’s no stranger to innovation. Katie believes everyone can be an innovator when given the platform to share bold ideas. ??Guy B. Persaud , President of Procter & Gamble’s New Business! From leading multi-billion dollar businesses across the globe to driving innovation and building the next billion-dollar brands, Guy is focused on making Cincinnati a top innovation center. ??JP Nauseef, President and CEO of JobsOhio! With a 30-year career spanning technology, innovation, and economic development, JP is committed to making Ohio a powerhouse for job creation and investment. From his time as an Air Force officer to co-founding Krush Media, JP’s leadership has always been rooted in service. Head over to our site to see our full speaker roster and grab your ticket to join us this October 7-10th: https://lnkd.in/gRzwBy5X

Congratulations to Nikki Boehmker,?Cintrifuse?Executive Director, and all of the incredible participants who made this year's Leadership Cincinnati, Class 48! We're honored to continue developing partnerships with other organizations to keep moving the Cincinnati region forward together.

Join us TOMORROW, Sept. 4th?for?StartupCincy Demo Night at 5:30pm! Be among the first to experience Cincinnati's next wave of gaming innovations with live demos from PianoVision, DinoPlanet, Gylee Games, and Channel 3 Gaming.?No pitches, no slides—just pure innovation and friendly gaming competition. Get inspired, connect with fellow innovators, and support our thriving StartupCincy community. RSVP now for a night of demos, followed by an after-party at Level One Arcade & Bar, sponsored by Big Kitty Labs! Register here ? https://lu.ma/6n2wupk8 Joel Willis, Evan Garcia, Mark Wood, Max Dworin, Mason Williams, Ry Walker, Tim Metzner, Matt Schoch, Chris Bergman, Berell McClellan, Zac Reid

Our team took on Indy this week at the RALLY Innovation Conference! ?? Max Dworin, our VP of Cintrifuse Capital, took the stage to share a bit more about our investment thesis at Cintrifuse Capital and our Venture Velocity program?at the Founders N' Funders VC Reverse Pitch. We had an amazing time?connecting with the key players in the Indianapolis tech scene!

In the words of Kameron Seabrook, our inaugural Venture Velocity cohort has been straight-up?fire.??? Today marks a bittersweet end to our final programming session, with graduation just around the corner. We’ve been blown away by the brilliance, drive, and dedication of these founders over the past 8 weeks. They’ve tackled challenges head-on, refined their visions, and built powerful connections within the community, all while pushing their businesses to new limits. To our founders, current and future—this is just the beginning. Keep growing, keep succeeding, and keep reaching higher. We can't wait to see what comes next for each of you, and we are here to support your journey at every step. Mark Wood, Justin Fields, OBAI, Sharod Holmes, holm.site, Nicole Armstrong, Ellequate, Chris Lee, Jon Taylor, PMP, Huzefa Dossaji, Airtrek Robotics, Glenn Platt, Russell Hamer, Lyceum A.I.