Featured Stories

My Soapbox: David Le, Pho Lang Thang group

Caitlin Koenig Tuesday, April 02, 2013

David Le and his restauranteur partners want to make Cincinnati an easy place for Asian Americans to live—and eat. Through Pho Lang Thang and Quan Hapa, he's sharing familiar recipes, with a healthy dose of culture, to an ever-growing fan base. He chats with Soapbox about his inspiration, his strategies and his goals for the future.

Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Food, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regionalism, Talent

Over-the-Rhine

From Guatemala with love: Deeper Roots partners with growers for richer roasts

Robin Donovan Tuesday, April 02, 2013

What do a dairy barn in Mt. Healthy and this year's TED conference have in common? A shared love of top-quality coffee from a Guatemalan village that locals know thanks to relationships nurtured with Deeper Roots, a local roasting company and coffee consultancy.

Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Jobs, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Research + Innovation, Sustainability, Talent

Clifton, College Hill, Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

My Soapbox: Kyle Neyer, University of Cincinnati

Andrew Gable Tuesday, March 26, 2013

When 23-year-old University of Cincinnati track star Kyle Neyer considered his senior year at his hometown college, he knew he had a chance to make a difference. He wanted to make it easier for other gay and lesbian athletes to feel supported and welcome among their peers and fans. So, he spearheaded the production of an inspiring and inclusive video: "You Can Play."

Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Higher Education, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Talent

Clifton, Uptown

Bayer Becker symposium awakens Cincinnati neighborhoods

Caitlin Koenig Tuesday, March 26, 2013

The Urban Awakenings series looks at redevelopment projects in four Cincinnati neighborhoods—Walnut Hills, Northside, Over-the-Rhine and East Price Hill—that are focusing on revitalization, and what developers can do to help.

Architecture, Cincinnati, City Building, Move to Cincinnati, Non-Profit, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Reuse / Rebuild

Price Hill / Covedale, Northside, Walnut Hills / East Walnut Hills / O'Bryonville, Over-the-Rhine

My Soapbox: Janelle Hopper, Contemporary Arts Center

Elissa Yancey Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Janelle Hopper, public programs manager at the Contemporary Arts Center, takes a holistic approach to connecting the community with art. In her three years on the job, she's showcased eclectic guests, from the Smithsonian's new media strategist to Sigur Ros. She shares her goals, her insights and her passions with Soapbox.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Film, Move to Cincinnati, Non-Profit, Research + Innovation, Talent

Downtown

From cradle to career, creating new cycles of success

Jessica Noll-Korczyk Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Whether she is downtown in the offices of Strive or coaching track at Clark Montessori, Nia Williams understands the power of a challenging, encouraging mentor. Without hers, she says, she wouldn't be where she is today.

Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Education + Learning, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Talent

Downtown, Hyde Park

Brunch bunch: crowds hungry for fresh choices by city's chefs

Andrew Welsh Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Cincinnati's brunch scene is sizzling with creative dishes baked from scratch by the region's top chefs. Their ever-changing menus range from the ridiculous�crispy pork and shrimp fried rice with a fried egg and Flamin' Hot Cheetos�to the sublime�try French toast with Rogue Mocha Porter maple syrup.

Cincinnati, City Building, Entrepreneurship, Food, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regionalism, Talent

Northside, Over-the-Rhine, Bellevue

On OFFF: Designers that will blow you away

Scott Beseler Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Even if you didn't get a chance to attend the sold-out OFFF event hosted by the Contemporary Arts Center, you can still experience the mind-blowing designers' work from the comfort of your computer. Slideshow by Soapbox's own mind-blowing photographer, Scott Beseler.

Arts + Culture, Brand Hub, Branding + Design, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Emerging Technology, Move to Cincinnati, Research + Innovation, Talent

Downtown

Old kids on the block: Calhoun cornerstones offer alternatives

Kyle Stone Tuesday, March 05, 2013

As U Square at the Loop looms large, long-standing Calhoun Street businesses in Clifton hope for a long-awaited resurgence.

Architecture, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Food, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism

Clifton, Corryville, Uptown

Anchor districts emerge as powerful players in bid to shape new metropolis

Lee Chilcote Tuesday, March 05, 2013

In Cincinnati, Cleveland and East Baltimore, major employers are anchoring massive new developments in a full-on effort to remake their cities. Strong partnerships and shared visions are essential elements for success.

Architecture, Cincinnati, City Building, Consumer Products, Food, Higher Education, Jobs, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism

Clifton, Corryville, Uptown

My Soapbox: Sandra E. Spataro, NKU

Jessica Noll-Korczyk Tuesday, March 05, 2013

With degrees from Stanford and Berkeley, Sandra Spataro brings experience from Silicon Valley and teaching stints at Yale and Cornell to her students at Northern Kentucky University. She chose to work at NKU because it offered not only a diverse student population, but a chance to focus on what she calls "up-close-and-personal" teaching.

Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Education + Learning, Entrepreneurship, Higher Education, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Talent

Northern Kentucky

Nights out Cincinnati

Scott Beseler Tuesday, March 05, 2013

One weekend. Two nights of Cincinnati. Soapbox's managing photographer Scott Beseler tours the Art of Food in Covington and the Platter Party in Brighton. The result? A taste of fashion, music and fun in the city. Video by Scott Beseler.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Food, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Talent

Covington, Northern Kentucky, West End / Brighton

Cincinnati's newest dream team: The faces of Cintrifuse

James Pilcher Tuesday, February 26, 2013

The Cintrifuse venture capital team is already working on supporting the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Now, it's time to see how The Rainmaker, The Money Man, The Go Getter, The Teacher, The Connector, The Youngster and The Magician Behind the Curtain plan to get down to business.

Brand Hub, Branding + Design, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Jobs, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Talent, Venture Capital

Mt. Auburn / Prospect Hill, Northern Kentucky, Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

Success by Six jumpstarts learning for youngest students

Jessica Noll-Korczyk Tuesday, February 26, 2013

From prenatal care to kindergarten and at every milestone in between, Success By Six guides Greater Cincinnati's youngest learners on their journey from cradle to career.

Cincinnati, City Building, Education + Learning, Leadership, Northern Kentucky, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism

Covington, Northern Kentucky

My Soapbox: Cate Yellig, Art Director, City of Covington

Kelsey Kennedy Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Cate Yellig knows how to build things. And how to use a blowtorch. The City of Covington's new art director talks economic development, world travels and how the region has become a magnet for talented, smart entrepreneurs and artists.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Move to Cincinnati, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Talent

Covington, Northern Kentucky, Walnut Hills / East Walnut Hills / O'Bryonville