Cincinnati isn’t just a place to launch your startup—it’s where startups scale, connect, and thrive, powered by a collaborative community and unmatched access to customers, capital, and talent.
StartupCincy is a community and coalition of entrepreneurial support organizations that inspires entrepreneurship at all stages and works to expand the pipeline of startups launching and scaling in the region.
Cincinnati’s startup ecosystem thrives on collaboration, innovation, and access. Positioned at the crossroads of industry, investment, and talent, it’s a region where startups grow and scale with unparalleled support.
9 Fortune 500 companies, representing over $360 billion in annual revenue, are headquartered here.
Cincinnati offers startups direct access to decision-makers at industry-leading corporations like Procter & Gamble, Kroger, and Fifth Third Bank.
Cincinnati has attracted over $1.68 billion in startup funding over the past 5 years
With strong local investors and connections to a national network, the region offers startups early-stage funding and access to capital from across the country.
Cincinnati produces over 33,000 STEM graduates annually from institutions like the University of Cincinnati and Miami University.
This offers a vibrant, skilled workforce ready to power innovation.
According to Startup Genome and other ecosystem reports, these startups in strong ecosystems can achieve 2.3 times higher survival rates and raise up to 3.5 times more funding compared to those in underdeveloped ecosystems
Whether you’re launching your first startup or scaling your latest venture, Cincinnati’s unique combination of resources, talent, and community offers the ideal foundation for long-term success.
Situated within a one-day drive of 60% of the U.S. population, Cincinnati provides unparalleled logistical advantages for startups looking to scale rapidly.
With a cost of living 8% lower than the national average, your startup’s resources stretch further, enabling sustainable growth.
Cincinnati is a place where founders help founders. Experienced entrepreneurs actively mentor and guide newcomers, creating a ripple effect of success.
Through partnerships with leading entrepreneurial support organizations (ESOs), startups gain access to tailored resources and expertise designed to help them succeed.
Post jobs, recruit to talent, and grow your business (or find your next role!)
Connect at happy hours, meetups, demo nights, and events.
StartupCincy is a community and coalition of entrepreneurial support organizations that inspire and support startups at all stages of their journey, from idea to scale.
You can get involved by attending events, exploring our Resource Hub, signing up for our newsletter and checking out our digital “Welcome to the Ecosystem” kit, or by signing up for our next “Welcome to the Ecosystem” session.
StartupCincy Week is an annual event that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and community leaders to celebrate and support the region’s startup ecosystem. Learn more here.
Our Resource Hub makes it easy to navigate the ecosystem and access key resources, including:
The Digital Front Door, aka our Resource Hub, is a curated collection of tools, events, and opportunities tailored to help startups and entrepreneurs find the right support at any stage of their journey.
The ecosystem includes job boards, university partnerships, and a network of skilled professionals, helping startups find and retain the right team to grow.
Check out the StartupCincy ecosystem calendar for details on events, workshops, and networking opportunities happening across the region.
Absolutely. While tech startups are prominent, Cincinnati supports ventures across industries like consumer goods, healthcare, logistics, and creative services.
Yes, Cincinnati has several coworking spaces and innovation hubs, such as Union Hall and 1819 Innovation Hub, which serve as collaborative spaces for entrepreneurs and innovators. You can explore our ecosystem’s coworking spaces through the Ecosystem Passport.
You can connect with mentors and advisors through StartupCincy events, our online community Slack, or by reaching out to entrepreneurial support organizations in the region.
