Hamilton County's 3rd Annual Small Business Day

Back by popular demand, register today for the 3rd annual Hamilton County Small Business Day on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the Cintas Center at Xavier University. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.

Dive into a bustling atmosphere with small business service providers giving hands-on assistance. Connect with local entrepreneurs, discover services, and join workshops designed to grow your business.

What to expect:

• State of Small Business Address by County Commissioners
• Step into a hub of opportunity with large companies in the Deal Zone.
• Connect to County Contracting, major government projects, and certifications.
• Expand your network with industry experts, mentors, and service providers.
• Engage in expert-led workshops on key topics such as business planning, marketing, community engagement, back-office support, access to capital, and more!

NEW: Deal Zone Announced

Small businesses can sign up for one 15-minute meeting with a larger company to learn about typical projects and how to get involved. These pre-scheduled meetings will take place from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

From 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, we’ll host an open house hour where small businesses can drop in and connect without an appointment. Learn More.

Confirmed Participants

1. 3CDC
2. Cincinnati Children's Hospital
3. Cincinnati Metro
4. Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
5. Greater Cincinnati Water Works
6. Messer Construction
7. Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati (MSD)
8. Monarch Construction
9. Prus Construction
10. Skanska
11. The Cincinnati Zoo
12. The Model Group Construction
13. The Port of Greater Cincinnati
14. Turner Construction
15. The Walsh/Kokosing Joint Venture and Make It Plain Consulting (Brent Spence Bridge Project)