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Local tech company enosiX raises $4.25 million to simplify mobile app development

Downtown-based enosiX secured $4.25 million in investments during their first round of funding to help perfect their "Framework" software, which allows mobile app developers to integrate SAP into their development with ease.

Guido Salzano (center) with employees Will and Lexi
Son of legendary Cincinnati barber opens upscale men’s grooming shop

Guido Salzano to open a retail shop featuring high-end men's grooming necessities next to his family's iconic downtown barber shop.

Cincy Startup Store brings local online retailers to Over-the-Rhine

The Cincinnati startup community is riding to the rescue this Saturday to save last-minute shoppers from their holiday woes, hosting an Over-the-Rhine pop-up shop from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Two Brandery graduates take advantage of the changing world of music

The Brandery's two recent music-focused graduates, Wax Music and MusicPlay Analytics, are off and running to connect musicians and consumers.

Ashley Berger
Makers Megaphone graduates from CO.STARTERS to help other small businesses

With the Fall 2014 CO.STARTERS program at ArtWorks coming to an end this week, Ashley Berger and Makers Megaphone hope to be ahead of the curve when it comes to establishing a business presence in Cincinnati.

BGV class in session
Bad Girl Ventures to announce $25,000 winner Wednesday night

After nine weeks of training, one lucky entrepreneur will receive a hefty investment from Bad Girl Ventures to help jump-start her business.

Founders Patrick Henshaw (left) and Steve Caldwell
Local startup Strap attracts $1.25 million in investments for wearable tech

Brandery grad Strap announces $1.25 million in seed funding for the wearable tech company.

Beluga razor
Cincinnati native creates one-of-a-kind razor, raises nearly $200,000 on Kickstarter

UC law grad Zac Wertz and his company, Beluga Shave Co., introduce a men's razor meant to replace all others.

Petbrosia receives $1.5 million loan, moves into Over-the-Rhine office space

Cincinnati-based custom pet food company Petbrosia recently received a $1.5 million loan from Ohio's Third Frontier and will move into a converted livery in Over-the-Rhine in the coming months.

Women in tech: Candice Peters (left) and Amanda Kranias
Eight startup myths … busted

Startup experts provide some insight on the burgeoning stereotypes that pervade the startup community.

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