Hamilton County Office of Small Business - Pitch and Empower

Pitch & Empower Event - Join us October 22nd from 4:00PM - 8:00 PM at Memorial Hall- Over the Rhine; Presented by Hamilton County Office of Small Business, Alloy Development, African American Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Ventures, and Mortar

Date and Time

  Tuesday, October 22nd, 4PM - 8PM EDT

Location

  Memorial Hall OTR

1225 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Map)

Agenda

  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Doors Open- Idea Exchange
  • 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM - Welcome by Emcee & Opening Remarks by Hamilton County Commissioners
  • 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM - Pitch Competition and Judging
  • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Reception and Celebration (Food will be provided and cash bars available)

Here’s What You Can Expect

  • Support Small Businesses: Witness the entrepreneurial talent from Hamilton County's thriving small business community as they pitch their ideas for growth.
  • Build Meaningful Connections: Engage in insightful conversations with local business owners, investors, and community influencers in an environment that fosters collaboration. (We call it “Idea Exchange,” where relationships form and partnerships are born.)
  • Enjoy Entertainment & Free Food: Relax with great food and live entertainment while you cheer on the next wave of small business success stories.
  • Learn How You Can Pitch Next Year: Curious about getting involved? Learn the steps to apply for next year’s competition and how you can bring your business to the spotlight.
  • Why This Event Matters:
    • Be a part of an evening that celebrates local entrepreneurship.
    • Show your support for small businesses shaping Hamilton County’s future.
    • Take part in an “Idea Exchange” that opens doors to new opportunities, partnerships, and insights.
  • Reserve your spot today! Attendance is free, but space is limited. We ask that you just sign up for yourself and share this invite with your networks. Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to connect, learn, and celebrate the incredible talent in our community.

Finalists

Congratulations to our Pitch and Empower Finalists!
  • Art The Nail Shop: Art the Nail Shop is an inclusive, community-driven nail salon that empowers women by providing high-quality beauty services and monthly Project Polished events to support women re-entering the workforce.
  • Frankenstein’s Nursery: Frankenstein's Nursery is a seasonal, wholesale & retail greenhouse specializing in herbs, annuals, natives & perennials, planters, baskets, design, and small landscape installs.
  • Magnificent Morsels Catering: Magnificent Morsels Catering cuisine is transforming the catering and culinary landscape with innovative, personalized experiences that go beyond the ordinary.
  • Our Harvest Cooperative: Our Harvest Co-op is a worker-owned cooperative whose mission is to create access to healthy local food in a way that honors land and labor.
  • Soul Secrets: Soul Secrets is a black woman-owned culinary haven that serves up classic soul food with a modern twist, offering a taste of comfort, community, and love in every bite.
  • Storms Secured Services: Storms Secured Services helps employers avoid hiring risks with comprehensive background checks and pre-employment drug screenings, and top-tier security guard services.
  • The STEM Lab: The STEM Lab is inspiring the next generation of innovators by making STEM accessible and exciting through hands-on learning, interactive projects, camps, kits, and expert instruction.
  • Zoe Consulting: Zoe Consulting is a service-based powerhouse aimed at enhancing both commercial and residential spaces including home improvement, renovation, restoration, new construction, building stabilization, and land development.

Partners

Hamilton County partnered with the following organizations on this initiative:

  • African American Chamber
  • Alloy Development Co.
  • Main Street Ventures
  • MORTAR