Business Climate
Creating an Environment for Success
The Cincinnati USA region is the 24th largest U.S. metro with a population of 2,138,528. With more than 300 colleges and universities located within a 200-mile radius and a workforce of over 1.6 million within 50 miles of the heart of the region, Cincinnati USA is a diverse and strategic location for any growing business.
Cincinnati USA connects the energy and amenities of a vibrant metro region with the access and opportunities of a tight-knit community. Small businesses prosper alongside major corporations in a robust, diverse economy. With nine Fortune 500 company headquarters in Cincinnati USA, the region ranks in the nation's Top 10 markets for number of Fortune 500 headquarters per million residents, higher than New York, Boston, Chicago, or Los Angeles.
| American Financial Group |
Macy's Inc. |
| Ashland Inc. |
Omnicare |
| Fifth Third Bancorp |
Procter & Gamble Co. |
| General Cable |
Western & Southern Financial |
| The Kroger Co. |
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The region also has an unusually high concentration of - and competitive advantage for - companies in a number of key industries, including: advanced energy, aerospace, automotive, branding & creative services, chemistry & plastics, financial services, IT services and life sciences.
Visit the following pages for more information on the competitive advantages offered by Cincinnati USA:
The Cincinnati USA Partnership recognizes and supports the growth of a variety of business types. Learn more about our unique growth initiatives- The Minorty Business Accelerator (MBA) and CincyTech USA.
Foreign investment in the region is substantial, with over 300 companies having foreign ownership.
The region has a high concentration of - and competitive advantage for - companies in a number of key industries, including: advanced energy, aerospace, automotive, branding & creative services, chemistry & plastics, financial services, IT services, and biosciences. Visit the industry clusters section to learn more about these key areas of opportunity and growth.
Learn more about the incentives offered in the three-state region of Cincinnati USA.
The region sits in the heart of the country and offers connectivity on regional, national, and international levels.
The region is home to a number of colleges and universities, as well as a skilled and talented workforce.
Need Assistance?
If you need additional information about Cincinnati USA's business climate, please contact The Partnership at 513.579.3157. For a complete listing of Partnership staff, please visit our Staff Directory.