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1776 Mentor Avenue, Suite 225, Cincinnati, OH, 45212, US

Phone: (513) 230-2500

About

Find everything you need to grow your small business.

As a statewide nonprofit organization, we aren’t in this line of business to make a profit. Our mission is to help small businesses succeed. Whether you’re turning an idea into a business plan – or your business is well-established and ready to grow, ECDI is here for you, with access to responsible, affordable capital, entrepreneur education, and all the resources you need to build your dream.

ENTREPRENEUR RESOURCES

Find holistic entrepreneur support including training, mentoring, and resources. We help small business owners gain the connections and skills they need to grow strong businesses and access funding.

• Women’s Business Centers of Greater Cincinnati (wbcohio.org)
• Virtual and in-person workshops and assistance
• Business planning
• One-on-one coaching
• Finance basics and loan preparation

LENDING

If you have struggled to get a traditional loan in the past, ECDI is here to help. Working through SBA and other loan sources, we provide underbanked small businesses with working capital, enable equipment or inventory purchases, fund start-up businesses and more.

Inquire today: ECDI.org

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Videos

Investing In People | 2023 Recap

Take a look back at the highlights of our impactful journey in 2023! At the root of every business are determined, dedicated people – and at ECDI, we support and invest in those people.

We are fiercely dedicated to assuring every entrepreneur – regardless of where they came from, where they live, their gender or their race – has access to funding and the business mentoring services they need to build a small business that thrives.

Join us as we celebrate the achievements and stories that define our commitment to empowering entrepreneurs in Ohio.

Learn more at: ECDI.org/impact-report

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Gazelle Mechanical and Logistics

Explore entrepreneurial success stories in our Impact Spotlight series featuring ECDI clients!

The Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI) is based in Columbus, with offices in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Akron, Canton, Toledo and Portsmouth. For small business clients in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, we serve a one-stop resource center. We are fiercely dedicated to assuring every entrepreneur – regardless of where they came from, where they live, their gender or their race – has access to the funding and assistance they need to build a small business that thrives. Learn more about our services at https://www.ecdi.org/!

In this spotlight, learn about Gazelle Mechanical and Logistics, a Cincinnati-based small business owned by Trey Ellington. Learn more: https://www.shipgazelle.com

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Testimonial: Annetta’s Beauty Bar

Annetta Waters is the owner of Annetta’s Beauty Bar in Cincinnati, Ohio. At Annetta's Beauty Bar, they believe that everyone deserves beautiful natural hair. That's why they use only natural, holistic treatments so that you can look and feel your best.

Annetta's Beauty Bar: https://www.annettasbeautybar.com/

Join the WBC: https://www.wbcohio.org/membership

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Nostalgia Wine & Jazz Lounge

Explore entrepreneurial success stories in our Impact Spotlight series featuring ECDI clients!

The Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI) is based in Columbus, with offices in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Akron, Canton, Toledo and Portsmouth. For small business clients in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, we serve a one-stop resource center. We are fiercely dedicated to assuring every entrepreneur – regardless of where they came from, where they live, their gender or their race – has access to the funding and assistance they need to build a small business that thrives. Learn more about our services at https://www.ecdi.org/!

In this spotlight, learn about Nostalgia Wine & Jazz Lounge, a Cincinnati small business owned by Tammie Scott. Learn more: https://nostalgiaotr.com

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Events

Verizon Skill Forward

Verizon Skill Forward provides you with the skills to pave your path to new career opportunities with job-relevant programs from edX, part of Verizon’s goal to make quality education accessible for all.

More information & Signup: https://partnerships.edx.org/verizon?&utm_source=vsf_v_wbc-greater-cincinnati

When: September 26, 2024 6:00PM - August 1, 2025 6:00PM
Where: Online
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Golf & Grow at Top Golf

Join the WBC of Greater Cincinnati for an evening of fun and networking! Meet local business owners and leaders as you connect in small groups and common areas. Enjoy golf, beverages and appetizers – all included with your ticket.

Highlights:
- Get basic golfing tips from instructors. Clubs are included!
- Meet local business owners and leaders
- Learn about new programs and initiatives from ECDI and its partners
- Compete to be the Top Golfer!

All attendees will get a lifetime Top Golf Membership!

Tickets ($30): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/golf-grow-tickets-1028860739167?aff=EC

When: October 21, 2024 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Where: Top Golf
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