We are driving the new startup economy in greater Cincinnati.
Starting and running a business is tough. Whether you’ve just begun or are getting ready to scale, we’re here to help. Let’s hustle, Cincy.
Our Mission
StartupCincy is dedicated to serving startups through diverse programming, invaluable connections, and vetted resources to build a robust startup economy for our entire region.
We’re dedicated to serving startups through diverse programming and connections.
Connect with startup resources
At every stage, we’re here to point you in the right direction. We have curated resources designed to provide assistance and insight to startups and entrepreneurs, wherever you are in your journey.
Find the Right Companies
Explore our community & connect
Picture this: you could spend hours researching and cold-emailing all the different companies in Cincinnati that exist to help you through your startup journey…or, you could take a look at our list of pre-vetted resources. Save time researching and spend more pitching your idea! We’ve got your back.
building a thriving community through connection
As you grow, so do we. Check out how much success we’ve had together so far—and we’re just getting started.
THE PEOPLE OF STARTUPCINCY
StartupCincy is powered by movers & makers, foodies & techies, the founders & the found, just like you. Get to know the individuals that make StartupCincy one of the most unique and collaborative startup ecosystems in the Midwest, and a top innovation center in the nation. And while you’re at it, simply answer a few questions to share your story with our ecosystem!
A special thank you to the following Cintrifuse board members and founding sponsors of the Startup Advocate program for bringing this library to life: Bonnie Gleaves, Vice President, Research and Development, P&G, John Gavigan, President and CEO, First Financial Bank, David Cannady, Chief Strategy Officer, Bon Secours Mercy Health, and Ryan Kean, Chief Information Officer, Total Quality Logistics.
Interested in becoming a Startup Advocate? Contact us for more details.
StartupCincy Success stories
Ahalogy makes it simple for brands to create content that works and connects.
Early in the company’s history, StartupCincy acted as a connection to funding resources and, as the company grew, helped them find the right talent and negotiate favorable payment terms with P&G. Our networks and relationships catalyzed Ahalogy’s growth and helped them become one of #StartupCincy’s most promising startups.
EBTH has shown themselves to be both passionate and innovative leaders.
Everything But the House (EBTH) connects buyers to unique items from estate sales across the country. This first-of-its-kind online estate sale and consignment experience offers the thrill of an auction in a trusted environment. With ~60 sales a month and items always starting at just $1—there's always something new to discover at EBTH.com.
infrared FUSION
FUSION solves the problem of translating data into one easy-to-use interface.
Infrared’s FUSION is a software platform that helps companies make sense of petabytes of disparate data collected over multiple outlets – stores, back-office systems, online, etc. Without this coordination and deciphering, all the information gathered, such as buying patterns, inventory levels, and employee productivity, would be just be rows and columns of unrelated numbers.
Community Collabs & Programming
StartupCincy Week
Immerse in specialized startup programming and walk away revitalized with the potential of our bustling region.
- Panelists, speakers, and keynotes
- Happy Hours and Networking Opportunities
- Cintrifuse Annual Meeting
- FinTech Frontier Pitch Competition
- Startup Job Fair
Testimonials
