Kroger Approved for 15-year Data Center Tax Exemption by Ohio Tax Credit Authority

Cincinnati, Ohio – The Kroger Family of Companies (NYSE: KR) today announced the Ohio Tax Credit Authority has approved a 75%, 15-year data center sales tax exemption for all technology equipment purchased for Kroger’s two data centers and a supporting technology facility respectively located in ...

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Strength in Early Adoption: How Greater Cincy companies, apps and disruptive tech are building IoT infrastructure

The clearest difference between the Internet as we know it, and the fast-growing Internet of Things (IoT), is in the name: IoT applies to anything that is both connected to the Internet and has a tangible, real-life presence. That includes everything from your apartment’s Nest thermostat to the FitBit ...

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Why Economic Developers Should Care About Their Startup Ecosystems

At a fireside chat with Cintrifuse’s Wendy Lea, cofounder of America Online (AOL) and billionaire venture capitalist Steve Case had some bold words to share:“Disruption is going to hit [big companies] in the face.” Case is making a point to invest in communities like Greater Cincinnati ...

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In a Connected World, Cybersecurity Is Critical

Cincinnati’s cybersecurity sector is ready and able to defend our data. The Covid-19 pandemic had a profound effect on the economic landscape of Cincinnati, a phenomenon thoroughly examined in REDI Cincinnati’s Economic Vibrancy Comparison Report. This report not only elucidates the many consequences ...

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Greater Cincinnati Thinks Forward: Leaders work together for innovative solutions to 21st century challenges

By 2030, the United Nations projects 60 percent of the world’s population will live in mega-cities, dramatically increasing demand for resources and services. In response, leaders worldwide have begun closely examining how critical amenities like connectivity and transport will impact human life, work ...

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Regional company helps auto dealers change the face of car buying

Car buying is changing! 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the National Automotive Dealers Association, and many area dealerships may be participating in the NADA Convention and Expo in New Orleans from January 26 through January 29. As the industry gathers to discuss the past, present ...

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Silicon Valley tech company finds talent it needs in Greater Cincinnati

Quotient needs the brightest minds and the best talent to remain an industry leader. Its commitment to growth in Greater Cincinnati is catching the attention of local economic developers. On March 2, Quotient earned a James A. Wuenker Growth Award from the Regional Economic Development ...

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4 Fintech trends to watch in 2017

Trust and security. Expect to hear those words more often as the financial technology - or Fintech - industry grows in Greater Cincinnati and throughout the U.S. This year, we attended Money 20/20, an annual financial services conference that identifies the latest trends in this industry ...

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Midwest’s fastest-growing economy an incubator for growth and innovation

Greater Cincinnati is an economic powerhouse in the Midwest. The headquarters town is earning its place as a hub of innovation for Life Sciences, food and flavoring, information technology, shared services, and manufacturing. Whether a company is just starting out or is already a thriving Fortune® 500, ...

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Top IT trends for 2017

It’s no surprise that IT shapes the way we work. I recently attended the Gartner IT conference in Orlando to learn more about information technology trends to look for in 2017.One of the most impactful discussions I participated in surrounded IT trends and business operations. Gartner’s David Cappuccioshared ...

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