Meet the Founders

Mad Cheese creates and produces small-batch, artisan, vegan cheese, and charcuterie.

Tickety-Boo Treats is on a mission to bring healthy and delicious treats to all tables - specializing in cheesecakes and crusts.

uGoGelato is an artisanal Gelato shop located in Over-The-Rhine.

Brown Bear Bakery specializes in thoughtfully created pastries and desserts made with local ingredients and guided by the seasons.

Lucca Laser Workshop is a woman-owned machine shop and studio focusing on natural, laser-cut gifts, supplies, and decor.

The Financial Fitness App empowers employees through personal budget and investment training - putting a CFP in everyone’s pocket.

Perceive Now is an online platform that allows tech entrepreneurs and scientists to quickly access business and research intelligence.

Mixicles produces botanically infused ice designed to naturally flavor and chill any spirit, wine, beer, or other beverage.

Sweet Mae's is a premium stuffed cookie company with a southern accent.

Honey Child Artisan Pops creates delicious, superfood popsicles.

Paktli is a puffed ancient grain snack inspired by Mexican Alegrias.

The Arepa Place is a small, fast-casual restaurant that specializes in delicious Colombian and Venezuelan dishes.

Areni Rose creates custom shoes made with high-quality materials tailored exactly to your measurements.

Nettie is a pickleball brand bringing well-designed, affordable, and retro-inspired gear and apparel to the casual pickleball player.

The Findlay Market Shopping App gives shoppers easy access to 30+ Findlay Market merchants, plus big-box store sundries.

Southern Grace Cincy is a catering company that creates southern homestyle meals.

innoVationGirls enables businesses to co-create sustainable products while training young girls to build the world they want to see.

Soul Secrets is a soul food family restaurant that serves original southern recipes dating back to 1864.

Just Q’in BBQ is an authentic Texas-style BBQ restaurant, food truck, and catering service.

Blau is a woman’s ready-to-wear collection created for modern women seeking timeless pieces made with integrity.