StartupCincy

06/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Welcome to the Ecosystem yesterday!

We loved seeing founders, entrepreneurs, and community members connect with the organizations and resources that help power StartupCincy.

A special thank you to all of our ecosystem partners who participated and shared their time, expertise, and opportunities with attendees. 🚀

06/03/2026

We had a blast at Welcome to the Ecosystem today! Check out some of the incredible organizations that showed up, met with entrepreneurs, and showed the depth of support our region has to offer.

06/01/2026

Welcome to the Ecosystem is THIS WEEK 🚀

Join us at Union Hall on June 3 at 10:00 AM to connect with the people, programs, and resources powering StartupCincy.

Whether you’re building something new, exploring entrepreneurship, or just looking to better understand the local startup scene, this is a great opportunity to meet the organizations and community members helping founders grow in Cincinnati.

Register now → https://luma.com/5vbcprx7

05/28/2026

StartupCincy is powered by people who show up.

From helping at events to supporting founders and making connections happen behind the scenes, volunteers are a huge part of what keeps this ecosystem growing.

We’re currently looking for volunteers for upcoming signature programs and StartupCincy Week 2026 (October 5–8).

Get involved →

Made Possible by Volunteers This ecosystem doesn’t run on its own. It’s powered by volunteers. From events to everyday moments, your energy and hustle keep StartupCincy moving forward. Get in on the action! Volunteer at one of our signature programs or throw your hat in the ring for StartupCincy...

05/27/2026

StartupCincy Week 2026 content submissions are officially open!

If you’ve got bold ideas, specialized expertise, or hard-earned insights that founders can actually use, we want to hear from you.

We’re looking for:
✨ Practical, high-impact content built for startup operators and founders
🎙 Live, in-person sessions in Cincinnati
🚀 Founder-focused conversations (not sales pitches)
📚 Actionable takeaways

StartupCincy Week brings together founders, investors, operators, and innovators from across the region to build what’s next, and we want your voice in the mix.

Submit your session, workshop, or conversation idea by June 12.

StartupCincy Week 2026 CONTENT SUBMISSION Thank you for your interest in contributing to StartupCincy Week 2026! Please read about our process and fill out the form below. A member of our team will be in touch with next steps. Content Submission Process & KEY CONSIDERATIONS Once you send us your bri...

05/26/2026

Curious about Cincinnati’s startup ecosystem? This is the place to start 🚀

Join us for Welcome to the Ecosystem on June 3 at Union Hall, a gathering designed to connect founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, and startup-curious individuals with the people and organizations shaping StartupCincy.

Participating organizations include:
⭐ Mortar Cincinnati – Helping marginalized entrepreneurs start and grow successful businesses.
⭐ CincyAI for Humans (CincyAI) – Ohio’s largest AI community, connecting people across the Cincinnati region to learn, collaborate, and advance responsible AI.
⭐ The Gratitude Collective – A collection of brands, spreading the message of gratitude and building community.
⭐ Cintrifuse – Making the Cincinnati region the best place in the Midwest to launch a high-growth startup.
⭐ Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub – Helping social enterprises grow through accelerators, consulting, and tech-driven business strategy.
⭐ Xavier University – Connecting students to Cincinnati’s startup ecosystem through hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world business experience.
⭐ Aviatra Accelerators – Helping women entrepreneurs start and grow businesses through education, mentorship, resources, and funding access.
⭐ University of Cincinnati's Center for Entrepreneurship – Helping founders grow through mentorship, funding, and hands-on startup programs.
⭐ Alloy Growth Lab – Supporting early-stage founders grow through mentorship, programming, and startup ecosystem connections
⭐ Alloy Development Co. – Supporting business through commercial lending, startup incubation, and economic development services.
⭐ Miami University Entrepreneurship – Combining hands-on startup experience with learning in entrepreneurship, venture capital, innovation, and technology commercialization.
⭐ ECDI - Economic and Community Development Institute – Helping entrepreneurs grow through small business loans, training, expert support, and educational programming.
⭐ The African-American Chamber of Greater Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky – Supporting Black-owned businesses through advocacy, partnerships, and growth opportunities.
⭐ Fireroad – Backing early-stage founders building technology that helps small businesses grow, stay local, and compete in the AI economy.
⭐ LifeSciKY – Supports life sciences innovation through affordable lab space, shared resources, and workforce training.

Come see what’s possible within Cincinnati’s startup ecosystem.

RSVP: https://luma.com/5vbcprx7

05/13/2026

New to StartupCincy? Start here.

Join us for Welcome to the Ecosystem—a chance to get a clear view of the people, programs, and support behind Cincinnati’s startup scene.

Hear quick insights from local organizations, then connect directly during interactive tabling.

📍 Union Hall
🗓 June 3 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
✉️ RSVP: https://luma.com/5vbcprx7

Connect with: MORTAR, CincyAI for Humans (CincyAI), Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, Xavier University, Aviatra Accelerators, Alloy Growth Lab, Alloy Development Co., John W. Altman Institute for Entrepreneurship, University of Cincinnati, ECDI, The African-American Chamber of Greater Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky, Fireroad, Cintrifuse, and LifeSciKY 👏

05/07/2026

Save the date.

StartupCincy Week 2026—October 5–8

Four days of ideas, conversations, and the kind of moments you don’t want to miss. Mark your calendar.

05/04/2026

What a night. ⭐

The first-ever StartupCincy Awards wasn’t just a celebration; it was a reflection of what’s been built here over the past decade, and a glimpse into what’s next.

This city shows up differently. It’s founders helping founders. It’s operators becoming advisors. It’s investors leaning in early. It’s a community that doesn’t just talk about building, it actually does it.

Congratulations to all of our winners and finalists, including Aaron Chow, KERNEL, FC Cincinnati, Launch Party, Ben Wolber (Illume), Josh Heuser, Mark Lacker, and Last Mile Food Rescue.

The support is real. The access is real. And the people building here are in it for the long haul.

This is just the beginning. We’ll be back April 29, 2027.

04/30/2026

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