Main Street Ventures

REMINDER: Applications for our second grant cycle of the year are NOW OPEN!

Head to https://bit.ly/MSVFunding to apply and learn more about our grant funding programs.

ICYMI: We celebrated 25 years of supporting the local startup community last week! Check out the article below from LINK nky to learn more about the event, and how we have helped Northern Kentucky-based The BodyBakery & Co. continue to grow ⬇️

Main Street Ventures marks 25 years of supporting entrepreneurs - LINK nky Main Street Ventures celebrates 25 years of supporting entrepreneurs in Greater Cincinnati. Learn about their impact and the entrepreneurs they've helped grow.

We asked our Director of Engagement Abby Ober, "What is unique about our region that makes it great for entrepreneurs and startups?" Check out her answer ⬇️

"Our region is full of people who genuinely want to support one another and see our community thrive - you’re always a degree of separation away from someone who can help! I also think that we are geographically positioned for logistical ease to get products to individuals quickly as we are less than a day's drive from most of the country."

👏 A huge thank you to BlaCk OWned Outerwear for designing a limited edition T-shirt commemorating 25 years of Main Street Ventures, and Micromerch who used the equipment they purchased with MSV grant funding to produce the shirts in time for our anniversary event!

👕 Want to match our style? Head to the link below to purchase your very own limited edition tee, as well as some other MSV swag! ⬇️

https://bit.ly/MSVMerchStore

For entrepreneurs, connecting with other business leaders is essential for building a support system, gaining insights, and opening doors to new opportunities.

Check out this article from the University of Cincinnati to learn how you can leverage networking to your advantage ⬇️

The entrepreneur’s guide to the power of networking As an entrepreneur, connections with other business leaders can be just as valuable as the ideas and products that are brought to market. You can open doors to exciting opportunities, gain valuable insights and establish a robust support system through meaningful connections. Here’s why networking...

Meet The Arepa Place!

The Arepa Place is cooking up authentic delicious arepas and empanadas in Findlay Market and Wyoming!

Head to arepaplace.com to learn more.

What a night! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 25th anniversary celebration last night at The Woodward Theater! We had a fantastic time celebrating our local startup community and the entrepreneurs and small businesses we have worked with over 25 years.

Thank you to all of the who showcased their products and services, and to everyone who joined us to celebrate! 🥳

We can't wait to celebrate our 25th anniversary with the startup community tomorrow evening at the Woodward Theater on Main Street 🎉

Share in the comments below your favorite part of working with Main Street Ventures over the years!

Meet Cincy Carbon!

Cincy Carbon is working to provide innovative and eco-friendly solutions for manufacturers and combat the negative industry effects of greenhouse gas emissions.

Head to cincycarbon.com to learn more.

and Baqette owner Quinn Mcilhargey-Nicholson is creating and curating upcycled leather into fashionable pieces for use in everyday life. 👝

Learn more about Baqette and how Mcilhargey-Nicholson is building upon her foundation as she continues to grow her business ⬇️

Activator Update: Quinn McIlhargey-Nicholson of BAQETTE Quinn McIlhargey-NicholsonFounder, BAQETTE - A small, woman-owned business creating & curating leather pieces to inspire your everyday life. www.baqette.com A lot can change in a year – just ask Quinn Mcilhargey-Nicholson, owner of Baqette.“We knew it was something in our future, but I always kn...

We had a great time at this summer's Inventure Entrepreneurship Academy introducing high school students to entrepreneurship with programs featuring experts and local business founders sharing their expertise for how to build a successful business.

We were so inspired by these young entrepreneurs, and we can't wait to see them continue to grow their ideas!

The countdown is on! ⏳ We are ONE WEEK away from our 25th anniversary celebration at the Woodward Theater! Our very own Director of Engagement Abby Ober joined FOX19 last week to talk about the event and how we have been supporting local small businesses and entrepreneurs for a quarter of a century.

There is still time to register and join us for the event! Head to https://bit.ly/MSV25thAnniversary to RSVP.

Main Street Ventures celebrates 25 years in the community FOX19 NOW News at 9 a.m. - OLD

Calling all entrepreneurs! 📣 Applications for our second grant cycle of 2024 are officially OPEN!

Learn more about our grant funding programs and apply at the link below ⬇️

https://bit.ly/MSVFunding

Meet Cork N Crust Bellevue!

Cork N Crust in Northern Kentucky invites you to indulge in a perfectly paired meal of gourmet pizzas crafted to perfection, house-smoked wings bursting with flavor, and a unique wine selection.

Head to corkncrust.com to learn more.

Congratulations to Mixicles who was named the winner of this year's Paycor Earn Your Stripes competition, and Saturday Morning Vibes Cereal Bar who was named a finalist! 🎉 The MSV team is so happy to see hard work and perseverance paying off with this exciting opportunity with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Learn more about the competition ⬇️

https://bit.ly/PaycorEarnYourStripes

We are 2 WEEKS AWAY from our 25th anniversary celebration at the Woodward Theater! 🎉 We cannot wait to celebrate 25 years of making an impact on our region's startup ecosystem with our and community members.

Want to join us? Head to https://bit.ly/MSV25thAnniversary to RSVP!

We are excited to keep it Good n' Local with Incubator Kitchen Collective's upcoming panel and mentoring program at 1819 Innovation Hub on Thursday, July 11! Mentors will provide valuable insights and knowledge about running a business and coffee and light bites will be provided.

Learn more and register for the event at: https://bit.ly/GoodNLocalJuly11

Good n' Local Panel & Mentoring Program | Humanitix Get tickets on Humanitix - Good n' Local Panel & Mentoring Program hosted by Rachel DesRochers. 1819 Innovation Hub - University of Cincinnati, 2900 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45206, USA. Thursday July 11th 2024. Find event information.

Congratulations to eGateway Capital, the 2024 recipient of the Cincy Inno Fire Award in the venture capital firm category! 🔥 As last year's recipient, we're thrilled to "pass the torch" to another trailblazer in the industry.

Fire Awards 2024: Amify’s acquisition by unicorn Cart.com ignites Cincinnati's startup scene - Cincinnati Business Courier These five companies are Cincinnati’s hottest – and they have no plans of cooling off.

Meet The Passion Plate,LLC!

Chef Kymberly Wilbon's The Passion Plate offers delicious handmade, custom meals that are nutritious, low calorie and packed with flavor.

Head to thepassionplate.com to learn more.

Congratulations to and CEO of True Shea Manny Addo for being named one of this year’s Black Is Excellence honorees by the City of Cincinnati’s Office of Human Relations! 🎉 Learn more about this honor ⬇️

https://bit.ly/MannyAddo

Our Launch It: Cincy summer program is off and running! 🎊 This summer's participants have been learning valuable skills and insights from experts and advisors that are helping them build their businesses into the region's next great startups.

We are proud to partner with Blue North to support NKY-based entrepreneurs through the Northern Kentucky Entrepreneur Fund, which has just received a new grant to continue supporting small businesses in NKY!

Learn more about the fund and how it impacts local entrepreneurs in this article from KY Inno ⬇️

Northern Kentucky innovation hub lands grant from Truist for entrepreneur fund - Louisville Business First The Northern Kentucky entrepreneurial ecosystem received a boost with the announcement of the Truist Foundation providing Blue North with a $30,000 grant to support the organization’s Northern Kentucky Entrepreneur Fund. Stephen P. Schmidt has the story.

We are so excited to be celebrating 25 years of supporting local small businesses and entrepreneurs! Take a walk down memory lane with us and see how Main Street Ventures has evolved over the last 25 years.

We hope to see you at our anniversary celebration at the Woodward Theater on Tuesday, July 16! 🎉 RSVP here: https://bit.ly/MSV25thAnniversary

Meet Scheduler AI!

Are you looking to find a way to turn more leads into meetings for your business? Scheduler AI is a customizable AI agent that helps you qualify leads, book meetings, and more!

Head to scheduler.ai to learn more.

We asked our Director of Funding and Impact Brianna Dzuricsko, "what is the most rewarding thing about helping entrepreneurs through MSV's work?" Check out her answer ⬇️

"Getting to let entrepreneurs know that MSV is here to support them and provide capital to achieve their goals, and seeing applicants use our funding and reach really amazing growth."

One of our newest Noxsano Animal Health is developing a way to better treat wounds in both animals and humans.

Learn more and hear from CEO Alan Willey in this article from Cincy Inno ⬇️

P&G alumni-led startup Noxsano develops wound care treatment for humans and animals - Cincinnati Business Courier The growing Cincinnati startup is run by multiple Procter & Gamble alums

ICYMI - last month we joined WLWT alongside Eve Floral Co. to celebrate and highlight how we help small businesses in the region build and succeed!

Check out the segment ⬇️

WATCH: Main Street Ventures, Eve Floral Co. talk Small Business Week with WLWT Small businesses make up the fabric of communities all over the country, including right here in Greater Cincinnati.

Have some knowledge you want to share with up-and-coming entrepreneurs in our region?

Check out the link below to learn more about how you can help our build their businesses right here at home ⬇️

https://bit.ly/EducateMSV

Meet Modica Superfood Cocktail Mix!

Looking for a way to add some delicious flavor to your cocktail or mocktail this summer? Modica offers low-calorie and superfood ingredient-filled mixers to help enhance your drink of choice. 🍹

Head to drinkmodica.com to learn more.

ICMYI - we have announced our first grant recipients of 2024! 🎉

Learn more about our newest group of in this article from Movers & Makers Cincinnati ⬇️

https://bit.ly/Cycle1GrantRecipients