OCTOBER 5 – 8, 2026 | CINCINNATI, OHIO

TEN YEARSOF BOLDBETS

StartupCincy Week 2026 marks a decade of backing founders who refused to play it safe, building companies that didn't ask permission, and proving Cincinnati is where bold bets belong.

STUDENT PITCH COMPETITION

On Student Day, October 8, we're hosting our first-ever Student Pitch Competition, giving student founders the chance to take the stage, share what they're building, and put their ideas in front of Cincinnati's startup community.

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Win a spot in the Startup Fellows program as a Builder Fellow:

Receive a $10,000 non-dilutive grant to put toward your venture.
Get structured coaching and founder practice to keep building and growing.
Join a shared community of builders working alongside other founders.

100+ Panels
Workshops & Keynotes

A decade of refining content that founders and teams need. No fluff. Just the mechanics of building great things.

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Networking

Happy Hours, Coffee Connects +

VENTUREHAUS

VC Exclusive Lounge

startup clubhouse

Operator HQ

Schedule of Events Week at a Glance

Oct 5

Monday:
Kick-off
- » Opening Keynote
- » Community Lunch
- » Upskilling Sessions
Oct 6

Tuesday:
Capital
- » Cintrifuse AGM
- » Venture Panels
- » Best of Demo Night
Oct 7

Wednesday:
Growth
- » 10th Anniversary Party
- » Workshops & Panels
- » Breakout Sessions
Oct 8

Thursday:
Students
- » Fellows Lounge
- » Speaker Series
- » Founder Panels

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STARTUPCINCY WEEK OCT 6-9, 2025

Cincinnati, Ohio | Union Hall

Four days of high-impact connections, cutting-edge insights, and startup momentum in the heart of Cincinnati. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or ecosystem builder, this is where you need to be.

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STARTUP FOUNDERS & TEAMS

Unlock crucial connections that open doors to future opportunities. Engage with investors, customers, and partners who can drive your startup’s growth and tap into the wisdom of fellow innovators.

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ENTREPRENEURS

Engage with pivotal connections and high-quality resources designed to empower your entrepreneurial journey. Gain actionable insights, and celebrate the collective strength of our startup community.

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CORPORATES

Ignite collaboration and drive impactful change by engaging with Cincinnati’s most dynamic startups. Explore opportunities for innovation, startup pilots, and new business ventures.

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INVESTORS

Explore groundbreaking opportunities and connect with visionary founders driving innovation in Cincinnati. Meet dynamic entrepreneurs ready for investment, enabling you to diversify and strengthen your portfolio.

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INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM

Whether you’re running accelerators, offering services, or championing founders behind the scenes, this is your chance to amplify your impact, build new collaborations, and stay at the forefront of startup innovation.

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UNIVERSITY PARTNERS & STUDENTS

Fuel the future of innovation by engaging with the region’s leading ecosystem builders. StartupCincy Week is your gateway to real-world insights, hands-on connections, and opportunities that bridge classroom learning with startup action.

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CONTENT THAT FOSTERS INNOVATION & FUELS GROWTH.

Join us as we welcome thousands of innovators across the country to Cincinnati for 100+ panels, showcases, workshops, fireside chats, and keynotes all designed specifically to help your business grow. Plus, get access to curated networking and matchmaking opportunities all week.

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Check out complete agenda to see every session, speaker and event we've got lined up.

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Startupcincy Pitch Competition

Apply now to win upto $200K from Connetic ventures.

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STARTUP & VC CONNECTIONS

Connect with venture scaling startups and investors for efficient and focused networking opportunities. Register here

CURATED NETWORKING & HAPPY HOURS

Network with VCs, founders, and innovation leaders nationwide while enjoying great food, drinks, and curated lunch hubs for focused conversations. Plus, join us for happy hours every night! Register here

VENTUREHAUS

A dedicated workspace for VCs to lounge, work, and connect with founders all week. Attendees must purchase a VC ticket to gain access. Register here

STARTUP SHOWCASES

Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the best startups being built and growing in Cincinnati. Register here

Startup Clubhouse

A pop-up HQ for startup operators during StartupCincy Week. Hosted at Somerhaus, it’s part coworking lounge, part skills lab, part community hub—built to connect and recharge founders, early employees, and builders at every stage. Register here

UPSKILLING WORKSHOPS

Join expert-led workshops to gain the latest skills and insights, with hands-on learning and strategies to advance your business. Register here

Event Overview

MONDAY, OCT. 6

Theme: Kick off the week with founder stories, ecosystem content, and get plugged into everything Cincinnati has to offer.

Kick-Off & Keynote
Best of Demo Night
Founder Development

TUESDAY, OCT. 7

Theme: A deep dive into venture capital for startups scaling here in the Midwest.

Cintrifuse Annual Meeting
State of Venture Panel
Startup Pitch Competition

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8

Theme: Calling all early-stage and non-tech founders, this day is all about getting started with confidence.

Speed Mentoring
Upskilling Workshops
Hard Rock Happy Hour

THURSDAY, OCT 9

Theme: Explore how our patchwork of businesses and collective action are making Cincinnati a great place to build, grow, and scale.

Small Biz & Creative Workshops
Food Truck Fair
Regional Chamber Expo

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Join us in shaping the future of our startup ecosystem.

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TEN YEARSOF BOLDBETS

STUDENT PITCH COMPETITION

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100+ PanelsWorkshops & Keynotes

Schedule of Events Week at a Glance

Brought to you by powerful partners

CONTENT THAT FOSTERS INNOVATION & FUELS GROWTH.

Event Overview

WANT TO BE PART OF THE MOMENTUM?

100+ Panels
Workshops & Keynotes