The Top 11 Accelerators in Cincinnati

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Cincinnati
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Overview

Cincinnati has a vibrant and growing startup ecosystem, with a strong focus on industries such as advanced manufacturing, consumer goods, and health technology. The city offers a supportive network of investors, mentors, and resources to help early-stage startups thrive.In recent years, Cincinnati has seen the emergence of several accelerators that are playing a crucial role in nurturing and accelerating the growth of startups in the region. These accelerators provide valuable mentorship, funding opportunities, and access to networks and resources that help founders refine their business models and scale their ventures.

The Top 11 Accelerators in Cincinnati

1.

Flywheel: Social Enterprise Hub

Flywheel is a social enterprise hub that provides resources and support to help entrepreneurs launch and grow their socially conscious businesses.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2011

HOW IT WORKS

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Unknown
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In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
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Early Stage

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Communities
1.

SQUARE1 Minority Velocity

SQUARE1 Minority Velocity is a consulting firm that helps minority-owned businesses grow and succeed through strategic planning, marketing, and networking.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2017

HOW IT WORKS

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Unknown
🏝️
Remote
🀝
Equity Unknown
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Early Stage

⬆️ Β Verticals

Healthcare
Medical Devices
BioTech
1.

The Brandery

The Brandery is a startup accelerator that helps early-stage companies build and scale their businesses through mentorship, funding, and resources.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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8
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2010

HOW IT WORKS

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Unknown
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In-Person
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Equity Unknown
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Debt, Early Stage Venture, Seed

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Angel Investment
Banking
Finance
1.

Aviatra Accelerator

A female-focused accelerator program that supports women-owned businesses in various industries.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2010

HOW IT WORKS

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12 weeks
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In-Person
🀝
Takes 3% equity
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Early Stage Venture

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Consulting
Financial Services
Non Profit
1.

HCDC's Business Center

HCDC's Business Center provides resources and support to help small businesses grow and succeed.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
1989

HOW IT WORKS

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Unknown
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
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Early Stage Venture

⬆️ Β Verticals

Social Entrepreneurship
1.

Zoozler LLC

Zoozler LLC is a full-service digital agency that provides web design, software development, mobile app development, and digital marketing services to businesses.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2015

HOW IT WORKS

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Unknown
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage

⬆️ Β Verticals

Information Technology
Internet
1.

OCEAN Accelerator

OCEAN Accelerator is a startup accelerator that helps early-stage companies grow their businesses through mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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1
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2014

HOW IT WORKS

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Unknown
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
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Seed

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Coworking
Information Technology
Training
1.

Hillman Accelerator

The Hillman Accelerator is a startup accelerator program that helps early-stage, tech-based companies grow and succeed by providing mentorship, funding, and resources.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

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Application
Open
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Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2017

HOW IT WORKS

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4 months
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
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Early Stage Venture, Seed

⬆️ Β Verticals

Business Development
Financial Services
Venture Capital
1.

Start:ME Evanston

ME Evanston is a community bank that provides banking services to individuals and businesses.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2016

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
14 weeks
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage Venture

⬆️ Β Verticals

Finance
Financial Services
Management Consulting
1.

Elevator Accelerator

An accelerator focused on startups in the Northeastern US region.

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2017

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
16 weeks
🏝️
Hybrid
🀝
Up to $100,000
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Early Stage Venture

⬆️ Β Verticals

Finance
Financial Services
1.

Cintrifuse

Accelerator for startups in Japan

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Cincinnati
United States

ABOUT

βœ…
Application
Open
πŸ’΅
Investments
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Unknown
Exits
πŸ‘Ά
2012

HOW IT WORKS

πŸ“…
Unknown
🏝️
In-Person
🀝
Equity Unknown
πŸ“ˆ
Early Stage Venture

⬆️ Β Verticals

Communities