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Photography That's Perfect

According to Ron Shuller, the wedding photography industry is constantly changing. There are always new trends. Hire a professional like him and you'll guarantee that your wedding photos are done by an expert.
Mon, Mar 02, 2015
Wedding Tips & Trends

EVENT PICS: The Bridal Event at Memorial Hall

On March 1, we took over Memorial Hall for an incredible wedding showcase, featuring more than 50 premier wedding vendors! Check out photos from the event here!
Mon, Mar 02, 2015
LEAD Events
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Allen Zaring on Why to Start a Foundation

The Zaring family believes the small amount of time and expense of operating a private foundation is worthwhile. It's an effective way to meet philanthropic goals and encourages family unity and civic responsibility.
Mon, Mar 02, 2015
Philanthropy
Community

From Perspiration to Information

The future is all about wearable technology that can transmit information in real time. At Eccrine Systems, which just received $1.5 million in seed funding from CincyTech and others, the future is now.
Fri, Feb 27, 2015
Technology

Cultivating Leadership at West Point

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Bob McDonald's Cadet Leadership Conference is a chance for young leaders to come together and learn from influential figures who have had a measurably positive impact on the world – including McDonald himself.
Fri, Feb 27, 2015
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Featured Articles

Notes from the Haitian Islands

At one point in his life, Mark Curnette was a successful journalist for the Cincinnati Enquirer. Yet his profound commitment to justice led him to work for aid groups in Haiti. Ten years of notes form the basis of his book on the lives the Haitian people.
Fri, Feb 27, 2015
Community

Children's Home Changes Led by a Family of Leaders and Listeners

Founded in 1864, The Children’s Home was first a shelter for the abandoned youth of Cincinnati. We trace its history from this initial mission to its present efforts to adapt to a new healthcare landscape, and get an inside look at how the board works. Check it out!
Thu, Feb 26, 2015
Philanthropy
Community
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Arnold's Beerweek Posters

File this under: "really cool things we can't believe we almost missed." Arnold's and six breweries partnered with poster artists to create some incredible art. Check them out!
Thu, Feb 26, 2015
Arts & Entertainment

Over-The-Rhine's Craft Brew Haven

What if all those hard-working entrepreneurs in Over-The-Rhine should get a little thirsty after putting in their 9-5? They go to HalfCut. It's like Starbucks. But for craft beer. So... it's like Starbucks, but infinitely better.
Thu, Feb 26, 2015
Dining

OPENING: The Total Look

The Total Look will be at The Cincinnati Art Museum starting February 28. This is a case where the clothes, the model and the photographer create something that's greater than the sum of its parts. Truly stunning.
Thu, Feb 26, 2015
Arts & Entertainment

Finding Her Perfect Soldier

Chelsey Pater had always dreamt of marrying a military man. She got her wish. Though her husband is now deployed, Chelsey knows they're never truly apart.
Wed, Feb 25, 2015
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The New (Old) Culture at ScrogginsGrear

Clayton Scroggins Associates and Grear & Co., two of Cincinnati’s most trusted businesses, combined in 2014 into Cincinnati’s seventh largest accounting firm. How did they navigate the merger? And what is it like there now?
Fri, Feb 20, 2015
Business

Polished Pearl Aids the Victims of Human Trafficking

Making a purchase at Polished Pearl not only gets you a beautiful accessory, it also helps change the lives of girls – some as young as 10 years old – suffering in squalor and abandonment two continents away.
Fri, Feb 20, 2015
Philanthropy
Business

Lytle Park and Beyond

Western & Southern Financial Group's efforts to revitalize Lytle Park are just one aspect of a larger plan to make Cincinnati the finest city in the country. If you've been out downtown lately, you know its efforts are paying off in a big way.
Fri, Feb 20, 2015
Community
Featured Articles
Business

UC Health’s West Chester Hospital

Why is West Chester Hospital one of the fastest growing hospitals in America? According to its CEO, it's all about creating that proverbial "continuum of care." But what exactly is a "continuum of care"? We found out.
Fri, Feb 20, 2015
Healthcare
Featured Articles
Community

A New Holistic Approach to Child Health

Adaptation is nothing new for The Children's Home. Now, it's looking to offer integrated, holistic services in an effort to adjust to a value-based, not volume-based, model of healthcare.
Thu, Feb 19, 2015
Philanthropy
Inside The Mag
Community

The Past and Future of Christ Hospital

Last year, The Christ Hospital Health Network turned 125. As it looks to a healthcare industry in transition, the premiere institution hopes to continue its record of excellence.
Thu, Feb 19, 2015
Featured Articles
Community
Healthcare

Students Exemplify Strengths of CPS Initiatives

The price of a college degree is incredibly high and high schoolers often graduate unprepared. There's both a preparation and an expectations gap. Now, Cincinnati Public Schools is doing something about it.
Thu, Feb 19, 2015
Featured Articles
Community
Education

From Push to Pull to Profit

How do business owners get their employees to think about improving the business by themselves? How do they develop long-term goals? Most importantly, how do they avoid self-doubt?
Thu, Feb 19, 2015
Business

Burgers and Business: The Recipe behind Flipdaddy’s’ Success

Flipdaddy’s Brilliant Burgers and Craft Beer Bar is on a roll. It's focusing on freshness and using community resources while growing its brand around the region. Watch out, this delicious hole-in-the-wall burger joint could soon be a national sensation.
Wed, Feb 18, 2015
Business
Community
Dining
Featured Articles

Hair and Makeup Tips for Your Wedding Day

Check out tips from the experts at Mitchell's Salon to ensure you look your best on the big day!
Wed, Feb 18, 2015
Wedding Tips & Trends

Jewelry Personalized for a Lifetime

Let's not kid ourselves, fellas. From wedding gifts to wedding bands to the engagement ring itself, jewelry is the most important part of a wedding. So save yourself the worry and head to Paolo.
Wed, Feb 18, 2015
Wedding Tips & Trends

Q&A with Clayton Connor

We sat down with Clayton Connor, senior telecom consultant for ATC and 2015 Great Leaders Under 40 honoree to talk about what makes a successful leader and more. Check it out!
Wed, Feb 18, 2015
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When the Rules Change

Are you getting the most out of your retirement plan? How would you know if you weren't? With so many changes in tax policy and asset values in the last five years, perhaps it could be time for a fresh perspective.
Wed, Feb 18, 2015
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She's the Most Important Person You'll Hire

Annette Troescher wears many shoes. Wedding planner, friend, therapist, counselor: she's the go-to person for couples from engagement to "I do"
Tue, Feb 17, 2015
Wedding Tips & Trends

Clay Mathile: Want to Grow Your Business? Grow Your People

Collaboration, freedom and accountability can empower employees to become leaders within a business organization.
Tue, Feb 17, 2015
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Empowering Leaders to Run Cincinnati Businesses

Every businessperson knows what it's like to get caught up in daily to-do list and be unable to focus on improving the business. Definity Partners knows what that's like too. And they want to help.
Tue, Feb 17, 2015
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Business

Dragonfly Foundation Announces $15 Million Campaign for New Facility

The Dragonfly Foundation has partnered with private firms to create a unique plan for its future facility, which will provide subsidized short-term housing for patients and families of patients enduring cancer and bone marrow transplants.
Mon, Feb 16, 2015
Community
Philanthropy

Elephants Unchained: Redefining Leadership Performance

Roza Rojdev, PsyD of Xecutive Metrix sat down with LEAD Cincinnati to discuss what it means to be a masterful leader.
Mon, Feb 16, 2015
Leadership Q&A
Business

US Bank Support Allows Ballet to Flourish

Cincinnati Ballet just concluded its production of ALICE (in Wonderland). A production of its size wouldn't be possible without the support of one of Cincinnati's finest organizations.
Mon, Feb 16, 2015
Arts & Entertainment
Business

Afidence: Thinking in the Long Term

Bryan Hogan launched Afidence with his wife in 2010 with the goal to create a trusted leader in business and technology. Aileron helped get them there.
Mon, Feb 16, 2015
Business

Bawe and Ashley's New York Proposal

Both Bawe and Ashley had a special place in their hearts for New York City. When Bawe penned a letter to her, he knew that's where he had to give it to her.
Fri, Feb 13, 2015
Engagement Stories

Helping Entrepreneurs Build the Future

Get an exclusive look at what's going on inside CincyTech, where Cincinnati's powerful startup accelerator is helping entrepreneurs succeed, building wealth in the region and cultivating an atmosphere of opportunity.
Fri, Feb 13, 2015
Technology
Business

5 Practical Tips for Newly Weds When Buying Your First Home

For newlyweds, buying a home can be stressful. Yet, that stress can be dramatically reduced if the new couple understands a few things about the process.
Fri, Feb 13, 2015
Wedding Tips & Trends

Q&A with Dave Phillips

LEAD Cincinnati sat down with Dave Phillips, co-founder of Cincinnati Works and former CEO of Downtown Cincinnati Inc., for a discussion about his prolific accomplishments in Cincinnati and beyond.
Fri, Feb 13, 2015
Leadership Q&A

Anderson Foundation Makes Major Donation for Memorial Hall Renovation

Memorial Hall received received a keystone gift from the Annie W. & Elizabeth M. Anderson Foundation. The gift will significantly benefit the building's renovation project, which is a collaboration between Hamilton County, 3CDC and CMHS.
Thu, Feb 12, 2015
Arts & Entertainment
Business

A Brave New World (of Insurance)

Jonathan Theders sees beyond the commoditized world of one-size-fits-all insurance. Welcome to a world where each industry, each company and each department is treated like the unique entity it is. Welcome to the world of risk management.
Thu, Feb 12, 2015
Business

Fast Pitch: Millennials Giving Back to the Community

On February 11, 2015 at Memorial Hall, eight nonprofits took the stage to compete for $30,000 in unrestircted grants and scholarships at Fast Pitch. The event offered millennials a fast and fun opportunity to connect with philanthropies that help the community.
Thu, Feb 12, 2015
Education
Arts & Entertainment
Philanthropy

When Parents Play a Crucial Role

After 30 years in the wedding-planning industry, Sharon Forton has noticed that the core of most weddings remains traditional. The planning process, however, has changed. Now both sets of parents are involved.
Thu, Feb 12, 2015
Wedding Tips & Trends

ALICE is the Hottest Ticket in Town for Valentine's Day

Cincinnati Ballet's production of ALICE (in wonderland) is a colorful, exciting and refreshingly original take on the classic tale.
Thu, Feb 12, 2015
Arts & Entertainment

Building Cincinnati's Reputation

Jake Warm, CEO of JDL Warm Construction, talks the 2014 redevelopment of Mabley Place and puts it in the context of an increasingly revitalized local economy.
Thu, Feb 12, 2015
Community
Business

The Importance of Learning and Adaptation

What does it take to be an accountant? More than you would think. According to Don Fritz, CPA and shareholder with VonLehman, accountants must understand technology, international finance and global politics to be able to serve their clients.
Wed, Feb 11, 2015
Personal Finance
Business

25 Years of Exceptional Dining at Trio

For 25 years Trio Bistro has consistently offered the very best food and service in a comfortable environment.
Wed, Feb 11, 2015
Dining

GALLERY: CSO's New Year's Eve Ball

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra rang in 2015 at Taken By Storm, a special event featuring Pops Conductor John Morris Russell and vocal sensation Storm Large!
Tue, Feb 10, 2015
Social Scene

Red212: Focusing on Solutions, Not Ads

Anne Chambers founded Red212 in 2001 with one mission in mind: to help brands grow by inspiring consumer engagement.
Tue, Feb 10, 2015
Business

Touchdown for HOPE Raises $203,000

The sixth annual Touchdown for HOPE Super Bowl Sunday event took place February 1, 2015 at the Great American Ballpark Champions Club and succeeded in raising $203,000 to enhance Bipolar and Mood Disorders Research.
Tue, Feb 10, 2015
Philanthropy
Arts & Entertainment
Social Scene

Bulldogs and Bombers Forever

Megan Jones and her fiancé Sam met in high school, dated throughout college and got engaged one night over chocolate cake and champagne. They seem like soulmates.
Mon, Feb 09, 2015
Engagement Stories

Q&A with Tracy Nichols of PM/PC Direct

Tracy Nichols, founder of PM/PC Direct, sat down with LEAD Cincinnati to discuss leadership, the importance of core values and what it means to "build your credentials."
Mon, Feb 09, 2015
Leadership Q&A

The Journey of Dave Phillips

Dave Phillips’ still-unfolding legacy of leadership is written across Cincinnati. LEAD Cincinnati profiles the indefatigable co-founder of Cincinnati Works and former CEO of Downtown Cincinnati Inc.
Mon, Feb 09, 2015
Community

A Surprise Serenade

When Amanda Gilbert left for an all-girls weekend trip to Nashville, she had no idea what was in store. A secret plot, a surprising serenade, a joyful engagement: this one's got it all!
Fri, Feb 06, 2015
Engagement Stories

Bringing Classical Theatre to the Cincinnati Stage

For more than 20 years, the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company has enthralled audiences with the Bard's famous plays. Now that they've performed every single one, they're primed for another 20 years of success. Check out a gallery of their neat posters after the break!
Fri, Feb 06, 2015
Arts & Entertainment

Bob McDonald on Innovation in Greater Cincinnati

Greater Cincinnati has built its reputation as a hot-bed of entrepreneurial innovation by providing aspiring entrepreneurs with all the building blocks, infrastructure and support they need.
Fri, Feb 06, 2015
Business
Community

A Queen Finds Her King in Paris

Virginia Blair beautifully recounts her experience with her fiancé, Justin Bostelman. Coming back to the states engaged and enthralled, Virginia says "I will never forget how he made me feel like a Queen."
Thu, Feb 05, 2015
Engagement Stories

A 135-Year-Old Startup

What do you think when you think of a startup? Something new and glitzy and crowdsourced, right? Well, it turns out that a startup doesn't have to be that at all. In fact, it can be something as simple as a business that just wants to make pottery again.
Thu, Feb 05, 2015
Community
Arts & Entertainment

A Holiday Engagement Story

Christa Dunlevy and Eddie McHale met in an unlikely place. For years they endured a long-term relationship but, after settling in Cincinnati, a holiday proposal turned the star-crossed couple into future bride and groom.
Thu, Feb 05, 2015
Engagement Stories

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