A thru G,  H thru O,  P thru Z,  Phone Directory

H
Hamilton County Business Center, Inc.
Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce
Hamilton County Development Company, Inc.
Hamilton County Office of Economic Development
Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission

I
Indiana State Data Center
International Trade Assistance Center (ITAC)

K
Kenton County Public Library
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Business Information Clearinghouse
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Procurement Assistance Program
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Small and Minority Business Branch

L
Lawyer Referral Service

M
Manufacturing Small Business Development Center (MSBDC)
Mid-Miami Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Minority Business Opportunity Center (MBOC)

N
Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Northern Kentucky University Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Northern Kentucky University Steely Library - Documents

O
Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Ohio Department of Development - Economic Development Division
Ohio Department of Development - International Trade Division
Ohio Department of Development - Minority Contractors Business Assistance Program
Ohio Department of Development - Ohio Investment in Training Program (OITP)
Ohio Department of Development - Ohio's Small Business Innovation Research Program
Ohio Statewide Minority Business Enterprise Center (MBEC)
Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC)
Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce


Hamilton County Business Center, Inc.

Hamilton County Business Center, Inc.
1776 Mentor Avenue
Norwood, OH  45212
(513) 631-8292
(513) 351-0610 (FAX)
Longo@hcdc.com (E-MAIL)

Mr. Patrick N. Longo, Director

The Hamilton County Business Center, Inc. (HCBC) manages a small business incubation process that oversees the development and maturation of entrepreneurs in Southwest Ohio.  Our incubator campus encompasses two buildings with 75,000 square feet of useable space.  HCBC offers an entrepreneur much more than economical and flexible leasing arrangements.  HCBC offers one on one counseling, access to Morning Mentoring, access to Sounding Board, and the monthly Regional Entrepreneur Forum.  Networking with fellow tenants and local small business intermediaries is facilitated by HCBC.  Shared office services, such as secretarial assistance, copying, fax telephone answering services, and high speed internet connectivity are provided at a nominal fee.

HCBC participates in the State of Ohio's Edison Technology Program.  Through HCBC's affiliation with the Edison Technology Program, our tenants have access to technology and manufacturing consultants throughout the State of Ohio.

Eligibility:  Program focuses on entrepreneurs looking to create and grow innovative and scalable business opportunities.  Per HCBC's affiliation with the Edison Technology Program, a majority of all tenants must be technology-oriented entities.  Also, HCBC seeks to work with innovative light manufacturing, service providers, and engineers.  HCBC's useable space is not conducive to heavy manufacturing and retail oriented entities.

Fees:  Basic rental fee includes all utilities, access to common area docks, US Postal Mailbox, and 50 person conference facility.  Shared office services are billed as used.  No charge for counseling, Morning Mentoring, or other in-house workshops provided by HCBC.

Tenant responsible for monthly phone expense from local provider and commercial renter's insurance.

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Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 42250
Cincinnati, OH  45242
(513) 984-6555
(513) 793-1063 (FAX)

Mr. J. Gruber, Executive Director

The purpose of the Chamber of Commerce is to interface with the area outside Hamilton County, respond to inquiries about Hamilton County and provide people in business with a stage to display their talent.

Eligibility:  'Open to All'

Fees:  Dues - same for all - annually.  Currently at $150.00 per company, per year.

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Hamilton County Development Company, Inc.
1776 Mentor Avenue
Cincinnati, OH  45212
(513) 631-8292
(513) 631-4887 (FAX)
andrew@hcdc.com (E-MAIL)

Mr. Andrew Young

Hamilton County Development Co., Inc. (HCDC) is a nonprofit, certified development company, created to promote economic development.

The lending arm of HCDC helps businesses gain access to stable long-term financing through the U.S. Small Business Administration's 504 Loan Program and the State of Ohio 166 Loan Program. The SBA 504 Loan Program provides subordinated, fixed rate, long term financing for fixed asset expansion.  A private lender may provide a loan for 50% of the project cost.  The borrower must contribute 10% of the project cost, while HCDC can provide up to 40% of project costs, not to exceed $750,000 ($1 million in special cases).  Terms are 10 and 20 years, depending on the economic life of the asset financed. HCDC administers the 504 Program in Hamilton, Clermont, Adams, Brown, Highland and Clinton Counties.

HCDC also administers the Regional, State of Ohio 166 Loan Program.  The '166' Program is designed to assist manufacturing businesses acquire machinery, equipment and real estate through blending the “166' loan with conventional bank financing.  The borrower must contribute 10% of the project cost in cash, while HCDC can provide up to 40% of cost, up to a $350,000 loan.  The term is equal to or less than the term of the private lender, not to exceed 7 years on equipment and 15 years on real estate.  The '166' loan is fixed at 2/3 of the Prime Rate. HCDC administers the '166' Program in Hamilton, Clermont, Butler, Warren, Adams, Brown, Highland and Clinton Counties.

Eligibility:  For profit small business

Fees:  Charged as follows:  Contact Lending Officer

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Hamilton County Office of Economic Development
1776 Mentor Avenue
Norwood, OH  45212-3597
(513) 631-8292
(513) 631-4887 (FAX)
www.hcdc.com (WEB)
blanton@hcdc.com (E-MAIL)

Mr. Harry Blanton, Manager

The Office of Economic Development is charged with the mission of promoting the economic welfare and improving the economic opportunities for the people of Hamilton County.  To accomplish this, the Office assists in the establishment and expansion of industrial, commercial, and research facilities in Hamilton County with the intent to (1) create and preserve employment opportunities for our residents, and (2) to expand the tax base for the continued enhancement of the quality of life in Hamilton County.

Programs:  Tax Incentives:  Enterprise Zones and Community Reinvestment Areas (unincorporated areas); Sitetracker:  a database of available buildings and land sites in the County; Neighborhood Business District Revitalization; Land Development; Information/Referrals:  Public Financing, Brownfield Redevelopment, State and Federal Programs.

Eligibility:  'Open to All' in Hamilton County

Fees:  Vary

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Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission
County Administration Building
138 East Court Street
Room 807
Cincinnati, OH  45202
(513) 946-4500
(513) 946-4475 (FAX)
rpcinfo@hamilton-co.org (E-MAIL)
http://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/hrpc (WEB)

The Data Products division of the Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission offers numerous products and services to public officials and government agencies, the business community, and the general public.  As an affiliate of the Ohio Data Center, the Data Products division is a major source of U.S. Census information not only for Hamilton County but for the Region (Cincinnati Metropolitan Statistical Area).  Decision Support Manuals provide maps and detailed demographics for each of the 49 political jurisdictions in Hamilton County.  Other documents include information on School Enrollment, Benchmarks for Progress, and the 2001 Data Book (a snapshot of the County's demographics).  The Data Products division provides an interactive web site with free, downloading color maps, graphs and charts at http://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/hrpc.  The division also provides demographic analysis, population estimates, mapping services, statistical analysis, and data consulting services.  With easy access to CAGIS (Cincinnati Area Geographical Information System) and number data, the Data Products division offers its clients unparalleled mapping and data services and sources.

Eligibility:  'Open to All'

Fees:  Price List Provided Upon Request.

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Horizon Certified Development Company

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Indiana State Data Center
140 North Senate Avenue
Indianapolis, IN  46204
(317) 232-3733
(317) 232-3728 (FAX)
http://www.statelib.lib.in.us/www/isl/whoweare/datacenter.html (WEB)

The Indiana State Data Center provides demographic and economic statistics from the Census Bureau, other federal agencies and Indiana State Agencies for Indiana counties, townships and incorporated cities.

Eligibility:  'Open to All'

Fees:  Twenty-five cents (.25) a page for photocopying.  $1.25 for up to 10 pages long distance fax.

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International Trade Assistance Center (ITAC)

International Trade Assistance Center (ITAC)
At EMTEC
3155 Research Blvd.
Dayton, OH  45420-4006
(937) 253-0033
(937) 259-1342 (FAX)
kmarshalek@emtec.org (E-MAIL)

Kathy Marshalek, Director

The ITAC offers counseling to any company interested in exporting or importing.  This service is provided to companies in the Cincinnati and Dayton areas.  Services provided are:  assessing your company's global readiness, securing international market research and regulatory information, determining your product's international potential and market share, international transaction assistance, development of an international business plan, networking with service providers, and introduction to federal, state, and local agencies that provide services and programs to international companies.  The ITAC serves as the first point of contact for information, resources, referrals, and counseling for new-to-export, new-to-import, and expanding businesses.

Eligibility:  These services are available to any Ohio company.

Fees:  Basic counseling and referral services at no charge.  Below market costs for training workshops, marketing assessment, and similar services.

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Kenton County Public Library 

Kenton County Public Library
502 Scott Blvd.
Covington, KY  41011
(859) 962-4060
(859) 962-4096 (FAX)
www.kenton.lib.ky.us (WEB)

Mr. Dave Schroeder

Public Library specializing in information regarding Northern Kentucky, includes internet services and word processing programs.

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Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Business Information Clearinghouse

Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
Business Information Clearinghouse
500 Mero Street
Capital Plaza Tower
Frankfort, KY  40601
(502) 564-4252
(800) 626-2250
(502) 564-5932 (FAX)
craig.kelly@ky.gov (E-MAIL)

Mr. Craig Kelly, Departmental Manager

Provide complete state, federal, and local license and permit information on starting or expanding a business in Kentucky; serve as a business information referral service to Kentucky's new and expanding businesses on state, federal and local business assistance programs.

Eligibility: 'Open to All'

Fees: 'No Charge'

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Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
Kentucky Procurement Assistance Program (KPAP)
500 Mero Street
Capital Plaza Tower, 23rd Floor
Frankfort, KY  40601
(800) 838-3266
(502) 564-5932 (FAX)
debbie.mcknight@ky.gov (E-MAIL)

Ms. Debbie McKnight

The Kentucky Procurement Assistance Program provides information on how to do business with government agencies.  Services include automatic bid notification and market research, one-on-one consulting, and group training programs.

Eligibility:  Any business entity located in Kentucky that is interested in marketing their goods and services to federal, state, and local government agencies.

Fees:  All services (except some training events) are provided free of charge.
A nominal fee is charged for some training events.

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Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA)
Old Capitol Annex
300 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY  40601
(502) 564-4554 Ext. 3413
(502) 564-7697 (FAX)

Mr. Don Goodin, KEDFA Direct Loan Program

The KEDFA Small Business Loan Program was established under the authority of KRS 154.12-325 and 154.12-330.  The purpose of the program is to help small businesses acquire funding needed to start or grow their small business.  KEDFA may provide terms that are more lenient, less secure, or otherwise less stringent than industry standards.  The program guidelines as set forth below outline the criteria, terms, and fees for participation in the program.

Program Guidelines

• Pursuant to KRS 154.12-325, a small business is defined as having 50 or fewer employees worldwide at the time of the application.
• An eligible small business must be engaged in manufacturing, agribusiness, or service and technology.
• Business primarily engaged in retail operations, personal services, or professional services are not eligible.  In addition, a service business involved in a direct service to the public pursuant to a license issued by the state, or by an association that issues licenses in lieu of the state is not eligible under this program.
• Loan funds may be used for acquiring land and buildings, purchase and installation of machinery and equipment, for working capital, or for any other expense deemed reasonable by KEDFA.  Loan funds cannot be used to refinance or restructure existing bank debt.
• At least one new full time job must be created by the business within one year of the loan closing date.
• The minimum loan amount under this program will be $15,000 and the maximum loan amount will be $100,000.
• KEDFA can fund up to 100% of the project costs, or the loan can be used in conjunction with other lenders.
• All loans will be secured with the highest lien position available.  In addition, KEDFA may require personal guaranties or may require other security as circumstances indicate.
• Loan terms will range from 3-10 years, depending upon the useful life of the asset financed.  A KEDFA loan may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
• Interest rates will be fixed for the term of the loan, and will be tied to the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate at the time of the closing, plus a spread based on the risk of the loan, as determined by KEDFA.
• Fees:  a $250 application fee must be submitted with the application.  Additionally, a 1.25% commitment fee is due once the loan is approved.  The commitment fee can be deducted from the loan proceeds.

Loan Process

• Kentucky Economic Development Cabinet staff is contacted to discuss eligibility requirements, proposed financing structure, and collateral requirements.
• If project is eligible, a complete application must be submitted to KEDFA for staff review and preliminary approval.
• KEDFA Board reviews staff recommended loans and makes final decisions at its monthly meeting.

Eligibility:  Above.

Fees:  Two hundred fifty dollars ($250) application fee, plus 1.25% closing cost with a minimum for closing for $15,000.

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Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development
Small & Minority Business Branch
23rd Floor, Capital Plaza Tower
Frankfort, KY  40601
(800) 626-2250
(502) 564-5932 (FAX)
john.cole@ky.gov

Mr. John Cole, Director

The Small & Minority Business Branch (SMBB) provides free consulting services to all types of small businesses on topics such as business plan development, financing alternatives, and marketing plan assistance.  SMBB also acts as a referral source for financial and management assistance programs and assists in the development of educational training programs to support small business enterprise.

Eligibility:  Small and minority businesses located in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Fees:  'No Charge'

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Lawyer Referral Service
Cincinnati Bar Association
225 E. 6th Street
Cincinnati, OH  45202
(513) 381-8359
(513) 381-2920 (FAX)
http://www.cincybar.org (WEB)

The Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) makes referrals of callers to attorneys in the Greater Cincinnati area to do the type of legal work needed by the caller.  Callers may also obtain referrals over the internet by visiting http://www.cincybar.org/intus/referral/.

Please note:   We do not give legal advice at our office.  We are a 'referral' agency.

Eligibility:  Open to All

Fees:  No fee to the LRS.  The attorney will charge no more than $30.00 for the first half-hour of consultation and his/her regular fee thereafter.

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Manufacturing Small Business Development Center (MSBDC) at EMTEC

Edison Materials Technology Center (EMTEC)
4700 Ashwood Drive, #135
Cincinnati, OH  45241
(513) 489-2540
(513) 489-2543 (FAX)
mcandy@emtec.org (E-MAIL)
www.mtsbdc.org

Director:  Michele Candy

Centrally located with easy access, the Manufacturing Technology SBDC assists the small manufacturing and technology enterprise in expansion and growth efforts by providing real world solutions for today's business needs including:

• Business Planning Development and Review;
• Marketing Plan Development & Implementation;
• Patent Searches;
• Referrals to 3rd party providers in Human Resources, Networks, ISO Certification, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma Training;
• Ohio Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment Tax Credit Application;
• Ohio Technology Investment Tax Credit Application;
• Integrated Quality Assessment;
• fisCAL Assessment (financial snapshot);
• 3FIP Program (state funding to hire college interns)

In association with the personnel and resources available at EMTEC, we are able to provide a complete range of manufacturing services at below market costs in the following areas:

• Commercialization of new technologies;
• Core Technology;
• Fuel Cell Technology;
• Nano Technology;
• CASTNET

Eligibility:  Small manufacturing and technology enterprises in Hamilton, Clermont, Butler and Warren counties.

Fees:  Basic Counseling and Referral Services at no charge. Below market costs for Training Workshops, Marketing Assessment; Financial Assessment, and similar services.

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Mid-Miami Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
1500 Central Ave.
Middletown, OH   45044
(513) 422-4551
(513) 422-6831 (FAX)
craig@mmvchamber.org (E-MAIL)
www.mmvchamber.org (WEB)

Mr. Craig Maynard

The Mid-Miami Valley Small Business Development Center is a member of the statewide SBDC network in Ohio.  It provides 'free' consulting services for start-up and expanding small businesses in the areas of finance, accounting, marketing and business start-up.

Eligibility:  'Open to All'

Fees:  'No Charge'

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Minority Business Opportunity Center (MBOC)
550 Main St., Room 1116
Cincinnati, Ohio   45202
(513) 684-2101
(513) 684-2515 (FAX)

Mr. Don Yost

Volunteer organization of government purchasing specialists and service providers who are interested in promoting and serving MBE/WBE in their government procurement efforts.  MBE/WBE's are given the opportunity to present to this group and are assisted with developing appropriate government contacts.  We also sponsor/co-sponsor several workshops annually.

Eligibility:  Focus on providing assistance to Historically Underutilized Businesses.

Fees:  Varies according to program or seminar. Otherwise, no charge.

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Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
300 Buttermilk Pike, Suite 330
Ft. Mitchell, KY  41017
(859) 578-8800
(859) 578-8802 (FAX)
dlongo@nkychamber.com (E-MAIL)
http://www.nkychamber.com/ (WEB)

Mr. Daniele S. Longo

The mission of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is to develop strong businesses and a vibrant economy through business advocacy and leadership resulting in a better quality of life.

The Chamber of Commerce is an organization of business and volunteer community leaders, supported by a professional staff.

Programs and services include (but are not limited to):

• Business advocacy - local, state, and federal.
• Educational seminars and discussion groups.
• Entrepreneurship, business growth, and development assistance.
• International trade support - Northern Kentucky International Trade Association (NKITA).
• Leadership development.
• Networking events and lead referrals.
• Resources, including wage and benefits data, access to health care, state and federal regulations, etc.
• SME, MBE, and WBE procurement assistance.
• Workforce development.
  

Eligibility:  Open to All

Fees:  A minimum of $330.00 per year Membership dues; actual dues are based on company size.

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Northern Kentucky University
Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
College of Business
305 Johns Hill Rd.
Highland Heights, KY  41099
(859) 442-4283
(859) 442-4285 (FAX)
http://www.nku.edu/~sbdc (WEB)

Provides a wide variety of professional consulting and training to small business owners, and prospective small business owners, in Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati metropolitan area.  In a typical year the NKU SBDC provides assistance to several thousand individuals through free, confidential consulting, classroom seminars, and telephone consulting. Free consulting services include:

• Feasibility Assessments
• Financing Assessments
• Start-up Assistance
• Business Plan Assistance
• Loan Packaging Assistance
• Accounting Development
• Marketing Planning
• Accounting System Reviews
• Growth Financing Assessments
• Management Audits
• Financial Analysis and Planning
• Strategic Planning Assistance

The Center also presents 40 seminars per year on the following topics:

• Starting a Successful Small Business (Free)
• Accounting & Financial Management (free)
• Developing a Marketing Plan (free)
• Financing the Small Business (free)
• Legal Issues for Small Businesses (free)

Eligibility:  Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati residents and small business owners.

Fees:  No charge for consulting or seminars.

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Northern Kentucky University
Steely Library - Documents
Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, KY  41099-6101
(859) 572-5455
(859) 572-5456 RIS desk
(859) 572-5390 (FAX)
http://library.nku.edu/ask/ (Ask a Librarian) (WEB)

Mr. Philip A. Yannarella, Documents Librarian

University Library/Federal Depository Library receiving, organizing, and United States Government Publications.  The Documents Department Librarian and reference librarians provide informational and retrieval assistance for the University and surrounding community of users.  The Federal and State(s) publications are for in-house use and circulation. Personal and phone inquiries are welcomed.  More information about the Steely Library (http://library.nku.edu) and the Documents Collection can be found at Goverment Documents (http://library.nku.edu/gov).  Any questions can be answered and details provided by phone (see above) or Ask a Librarian.

Eligibility:  Circulation to NKU staff, faculty, students, alumni, and patrons of SWON (Southwest Ohio and Neighboring) Libraries members.  Interlibrary loan of government publications by permission of Documents Librarian.

Fees:  None.

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Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Equal Opportunity Division
30 East Broad Street, 18th Floor
Columbus, Ohio  43215
(614) 466-8380 
(614) 728-5628 (FAX)
www.das.ohio.gov/eod (WEB)

Mr. Wiley H. Clodfelder, Deputy Director, State EEO Coordinator

Certify and monitor Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity (EDGE) businesses; assist state agencies, colleges and universities in minority procurement opportunities pursuant to Executive Orders, Ohio Revised and Administrative Codes. Several of these services are available on EOD's website: www.das.ohio.gov/eod.

Eligibility:  MBE:  Identified as minority business in existence for at least one year and owned and operated by person(s) belonging to the following groups:  Blacks, Native Americans, Hispanics and/or Orientals.

EDGE:  Identified as a socially and economically disadvantaged business in existence for at least one year.  Socially disadvantaged individual(s) have at least one objective distinguishing feature that inhibits business success, such as:  race; ethnic origin; gender; disability; long-term residency in an environment isolated from mainstream Ohio society; and other objective relevant reason(s).  Economically disadvantaged means the personal net worth of the owner(s) must not exceed $250,000 upon program entry.

Fees:  No Charge

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Ohio Department of Development
Economic Development Division
77 South High Street, 28th Floor
Columbus, OH  43215-6130
(800) 848-1300
(614) 466-4551
(614) 644-1789 (FAX)
www.odod.state.oh.us/EconomicDevelopment.htm (WEB)

The Ohio Department of Development's Economic Development Division (EDD) is working to create, retain and expand job opportunities for Ohioans. The Division focuses on issues that impact Ohio's economy and provides resources through business development, labor/management cooperation, employee training, infrastructure development and technical assistance programs. EDD also provides direct financial assistance such as loans, grants, bonds and tax incentives. These programs are helping Ohio stay at the forefront of economic development. The programs in the Economic Development Division are vital economic tools for the future of Ohio.

EDD Mission Statement

To assist in the generation of growth and prosperity in Ohio companies, communities and citizens, ultimately leading to jobs for Ohioans.

Eligibility: Open to All

Fees: No Charge

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Ohio Department of Development
International Trade Division
77 South High Street, 29th Floor
P.O. Box 1001
Columbus, OH  43216-1001
(800) 848-1300
(614) 466-5017
(614) 463-1540 (FAX)
http://www.odod.state.oh.us/itd (WEB)

Mr. Kirk B. Merritt, Deputy Director

Headquartered in Columbus and with 10 offices in Ohio's leading export markets, the International Trade Division (ITD) promotes the export of Ohio products and services to strengthen Ohio's economy and advance its leadership position in the global market.  The Division provides companies with market information; participates in trade shows; operates international offices; and assists with export finance opportunities.  ITD also works with the Economic Development Division to promote Ohio and attract foreign investment into the state.

Eligibility:  Must be an Ohio business.

Fees:  'No Charge'

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Ohio Department of Development
Minority Contractors Business Assistance Program
Division of Minority Affairs
77 South High Street
P.O. Box 1001
Columbus, OH  43216-1001
(614) 466-5700
(800) 848-1300
(614) 466-4172 (FAX)
www.odod.state.oh.us/dmba (WEB)
ecleveland@odod.state.oh.us (E-MAIL)

Ms. Evelyn Cleveland, MCBAP Program Coordinator

The Minority Contractors Business Assistance Program (MCBAP) provides outreach for the Department into the minority business community.  Minority entrepreneurs are provided management, technical assistance, counseling, and training, contract procurement assistance, as well as loan, grant, and bond packaging services at no cost to the client.

Eligibility:  Existing and start-up minority business enterprises.  Minority business enterprises are defined as businesses that are 51% or more owned and controlled by one of the following disadvantaged groups:  African American, Hispanic, Native American and Asian.

SERVICE DELIVERY:  Currently nine cities (Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Lima, Portsmouth, Toledo, and Youngstown) house MCBAP programs in their local cities.

Fees:  Unknown

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Ms. Jennifer Spohr, Training Coordinator (Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren Counties)

Ohio Department of Development
Ohio Investment in Training Program (OITP)
77 South High Street, 28th Floor
Columbus, OH  43215-6103
(614) 466-4155
(614) 728-9135 (FAX)

Ms. Glenda Williamson, Manager

Eligibility:  OITP targets primarily manufacturing and/or manufacturing/related businesses (or consortium of businesses and/or educational institutions).  Other companies may be reviewed against the same criteria (new jobs, retained jobs, number trained, etc.) as manufacturing.

Fees:  No Charge

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Ohio Department of Development
Technology Division
Ohio's SBIR Program (Small Business Innovation Research Program)
77 South High Street, 25th Floor
P.O. Box 1001
Columbus, OH  43216-1001
1-800-848-1300 Ext. 6-3887
(614) 644-5758 (FAX)
ohsbir@odod.state.oh.us (E-MAIL)
http://www.odod.state.oh.us/tech/sbir (WEB)

Contacts:  Mr. Chris Anderson, Technology Outreach Coordinator

Ohio's SBIR Program is designed to help Ohio's small technology-oriented firms take advantage of the research and development opportunities available through the federal SBIR Program.  The staff of Ohio's SBIR Program is available to offer assistance statewide in response to the individual needs of business clients.

TOPIC SELECTION - The staff of Ohio's SBIR Program can help a business identify the best topic(s) for a potential SBIR project.

PROPOSALS - Ohio's SBIR is available to answer questions and assist with the proposal preparation process.

WINNERS' SUPPORT - Ohio's SBIR Program offers a variety of post-award services to Ohio firms.  This includes Phase II proposal preparation advice, and conferences and workshops on topics of interest to SBIR winners.

The Small Business Innovation Research Program

Created in 1982, the SBIR Program requires all federal agencies with external R&D budgets of more than $100 million to award a percentage of their contract research to companies with fewer than 500 employees.  The agencies identify research topics and small businesses compete for the awards by submitting proposals.

Eligibility:  Technology oriented companies capable of research and development.  Must be U.S. based and U.S. majority owned, organized for profit, and with 500 or fewer employees.

Fees:  None

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Ohio Statewide Minority Business Enterprise Center (MBEC)

Ohio Statewide Minority Business Enterprise Center (MBEC)
7162 Reading Road, Suite 630
Cincinnati, OH  45237-3844
(513) 631-7666
(513) 631-7613 (FAX)
omartin@ohiostatewidembdc.org (E-MAIL)

Mr. Onnie R. Martin, Executive Director

Ohio Statewide Minority Business Enterprise Center (MBEC), funded by the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), U.S. Department of Commerce, provides technical and management assistance to minority entrepreneurs with the goal of increasing marketplace opportunities domestically and internationally. Eligible entrepreneurs and/or businesses are those owned and/or controlled by one or more disadvantaged persons including African-Americans, Aleuts, Asian-Pacific Americans, Eskimos, Hasidic Jews, Hispanics, and Native American Indians.

Fees:  Minimum fee based on a sliding scale.

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Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC)

Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC)
9329 State Route 220 East
Suite A
Waverly, OH  45690-9012
(740) 947-2853
(800) 223-7491 (Ohio only)
(740) 947-3468 (FAX)
www.ovrdc.org (WEB)

Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission (OVRDC) is a public regional planning commission that coordinates federal, state, and local resources to encourage community and economic development in twelve southern Ohio counties.

Ms. Rebecca Banchy-McIlwain, Finance Director, rbmcilwain@ovrdc.org

Mr. John Hemmings, Assistant Director, jhemmings@ovrdc.org

Low Interest Financing:  OVRDC offers two low-interest Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) programs to provide gap financing to help private, for profit businesses grown and expand.  The RLFs, capitalized by the Appalachian Regional Commission and the USDOC Economic Development Administration, will assist businesses that will create and/or retain jobs.

Also offers international trade consultant service to businesses looking to expand their markets.

Eligibility:  Business and industrial concerns located or operating, or willing to locate or operate within the geographic boundaries of a 12 county territory, including Clermont County and counties immediately east.

Fees:  No fee for basic services.  Large projects and training workshops have small fee.  RLF application fee of $350 plus loan closing costs.

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Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce
222 E. 14th Street
Cincinnati, OH  45202
(513) 241-2690
(513) 241-6770 (FAX)
www.otrchamber.com (WEB)
otrchamber@zoomtown.com (E-MAIL)

Brian Tiffany, President
Cheryl Curtis, Vice President

The OTR Chamber of Commerce strives to promote a positive business environment to serve our neighborhood and the City of Cincinnati with jobs and services.

Our mission is to represent our members by promoting economic vitality and fostering a socially and culturally diverse Over-the-Rhine community.

Membership Benefits Plans:

• Health Insurance
• Workers' Comp
• Cellular Rates
• Technology Programs

Membership Networking:

• Well-attended luncheons with key speakers
• Business after hours events
• Annual dinner and awards gala
• Membership Committee, Public Relations Committee, Local Issues Committee, Events Committee

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