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Team members gather on the staircase inside SparkHaus in Covington, Kentucky, highlighting the Covington startup fellowship and Northern Kentucky's growing entrepreneurial community.

Business News

Covington Fellowship Targets Out-of-State Founders

The old Sims Furniture building at 727 Madison Avenue now holds 34 private offices. It also includes venture-capital firms, startup teams, and a coffee shop. Covington and Kenton County spent years assembling the money and partnerships to turn the 51,000-square-foot property into SparkHaus. Now the Covington Business Council Foundation is helping Blue North recruit the…

ByAdam Koehler4 days ago0Comments

Startup professionals collaborating in a modern office, illustrating Ohio's business ranking as #1 and the Greater Cincinnati region's cross-state economy.

Business News

Ohio Is No. 1 for Business. Cincinnati Doesn’t Fit Inside Ohio

Amazon's largest air hub in the world carries Cincinnati's name, employs local workers, and strengthens nearly every economic pitch Greater Cincinnati makes. It sits in Kentucky. CNBC announced the Ohio business ranking on July 9, placing Ohio first among all 50 states in its 2026 America's Top States for Business study — the first time…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 11, 20260Comments

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Business News

Cincinnati subscription businesses expand as recurring revenue gains momentum in 2026

Subscription-based business models are becoming a larger part of Greater Cincinnati’s economy as startups and established companies pursue more predictable revenue streams. Rather than relying on one-time sales, many businesses now offer memberships, monthly plans, maintenance packages, software subscriptions, and premium digital services. The trend extends well beyond streaming entertainment. Local entrepreneurs increasingly use recurring…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

Exterior view of a modern industrial logistics facility at sunset, illustrating Cincinnati's industrial real estate market.

Business News

Vacancies plummet across the Cincinnati industrial market as developers race to build

The Cincinnati industrial market is experiencing a massive resurgence as developers meet soaring logistics demand. A plunge in the Cincinnati industrial market vacancy rate pushes major corporations to secure space rapidly. Greater Cincinnati is witnessing a massive commercial real estate boom. Modern distribution centers are filling up rapidly as construction crews race against demand. Companies…

ByNina OliverioJuly 8, 20260Comments

Vibrant Cincinnati skyline at night illuminated over the Ohio River, showing downtown city lights and bridges to illustrate nightlife economy growth.

Business Featured

Cincinnati nightlife economy expands

Cincinnati nightlife economy shows massive post-pandemic growth as 24-hour business trends return. The Queen City undergoes a dramatic visual transformation after midnight as local venues expand hours to capture growing late-night spending. A new rhythm after dark The Cincinnati nightlife economy is experiencing a significant revival as consumers demand late-night options. According to data published…

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

GE Aerospace jet engine inside a modern manufacturing facility, illustrating the company's continued investment in advanced aerospace manufacturing in Greater Cincinnati.

Business

GE Aerospace Bets Another $115 Million on Cincinnati’s Manufacturing Future

The announcement is $115 million. The story is decades of accumulated expertise that no competitor can easily recreate. Drive north out of Cincinnati on I-75, and you pass through Evendale without much ceremony. There are no signs announcing it as the home of one of the world's most consequential aerospace companies. The GE Aerospace campus…

ByAdam KoehlerJune 30, 20260Comments

Aerial view of a modern industrial warehouse and distribution facility with multiple truck loading docks and parked semi-trucks.

Business News

Industrial development planned at former P&G site brings $33M investment to Cincinnati

An industrial development is moving forward at a former Procter & Gamble property in Cincinnati with a proposed $33 million warehouse project. This development at the long-vacant Winton Hills site aims to transform a former corporate campus into a modern logistics facility. It will add new industrial space to the region’s commercial real estate pipeline.…

ByNina OliverioJune 29, 20260Comments

A bright, modern micro-apartment interior in Cincinnati featuring a compact kitchen, a multi-functional living space, and a large window with city skyline views.

Business Community

Micro apartments Cincinnati: Affordable solution or too small for renters?

As Cincinnati continues to address housing affordability concerns, a growing conversation centers on micro-apartments—compact residential units designed to maximize functionality within a smaller footprint. Supporters argue that these units can provide lower-cost housing in desirable neighborhoods, while critics question whether shrinking living spaces offer a sustainable long-term solution. The discussion comes as Cincinnati faces continued…

ByNina OliverioJune 10, 20260Comments

A newly renovated modern home office featuring a gray speckled desk and a beige upholstered chair.

Business

Cincinnati home office renovation rises as cashless businesses reshape work, retail trends

Many Cincinnati businesses have expanded digital payment options and adopted hybrid work policies, according to local employers and industry reports. From restaurants and retailers adopting contactless payment systems to employers embracing hybrid schedules, these trends are influencing both commercial real estate decisions and residential remodeling activity throughout the region. According to multiple industry reports, consumers…

ByNina OliverioJune 10, 20260Comments

Empty commercial office floor with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the downtown Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River.

Business Community

Rising downtown office vacancy shifts Cincinnati commercial real estate trends

A surge in downtown office vacancy is pushing local developers to rethink traditional commercial properties. City leaders face new challenges as downtown office vacancy impacts the broader Cincinnati real estate landscape. The persistent rise in downtown office vacancy is permanently reshaping the heart of Cincinnati’s business district. With downtown office vacancy reaching historic highs, local…

ByNina OliverioJune 5, 20260Comments