Lead Cincinnati

A Design-Build Construction Company

Investing in B.I.M. to Build Stronger Client Relationships

Cincinnati Commercial Contracting (CCC) is a design-build company, founded by John Westheimer, which has operated throughout the Tri-State area since 1979. CCC is also a commercial real estate developer and property management company.

Thu, Jun 01, 2017

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Business

Dreaming of an Oasis Wedding

Your wedding should be one of the most magical, joyful and harmonious days of your life. Too often, it is easy to get swept up in the numerous and painstaking details that a couple can lose sight of the true importance of their wedding day. This is why Oasis Golf Club & Conference Center strives to create peace of mind by helping to make your wedding planning simple and stress-free.

Wed, May 31, 2017

Wedding Wednesday!

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Riding for Cancer Research

The 11th annual Ride Cincinnati cycling event, scheduled for June 11, not only aims to raise awareness of cancer, but also raises money to fund research and patient care.

Tue, May 30, 2017

Philanthropy

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Total Makeover

Years of pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding can take their toll on a woman’s body. With a “mommy makeover,” those changes don’t have to be so permanent. Dr. Allison Lied, a plastic surgeon with Mangat, Holzapfel & Lied Plastic Surgery, says the “mommy makeover,” the common name for a series of procedures focused on body parts most altered by pregnancy, is growing in popularity among women who have moved past child-bearing years.

Mon, May 29, 2017

Healthcare

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Community

Derby Day at Belterra Park

Where will you be May 6 when the bugler blows the Call to Post for the 143rd running of Kentucky Derby?

Fri, May 26, 2017

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Community

Arts & Entertainment

Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati & Mercedes-Benz of West Chester: Community Contributers

Thu, May 25, 2017

JDRF Achieves New Cincinnatian of the Year Gala Fundraising Record

JDRF Southwest Ohio, with the leadership of honoree Dan Schimberg, raised nearly $1.5M at the annual JDRF Cincinnatian of the Year Gala.

Wed, May 24, 2017

Community

Philanthropy

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Learning to Climb Down the Mountain

Successfully Planning for Retirement

For most of us, climbing a mountain can be just as intimidating as planning and achieving our financial goals in order to ensure the comfortable retirement that we’re looking for.

Wed, May 24, 2017

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Personal Finance

Business

Making an Impact

How to Secure Your Legacy Through Endowment Funds

The history of endowment funds is long and impressive, but there’s never been such opportunity for donors to secure their legacy through planned charitable giving as there is today. Cincinnati is no stranger to this practice.

Tue, May 23, 2017

C-Suite Award Luncheon

The C-Suite Award honors our region’s leading chief executive officers; chairmen; chief operating, information, marketing and financial officers and other C-level executives.

Tue, May 23, 2017

LEAD Events

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The Private Client Reserve of US Bank

Mon, May 22, 2017

LEAD Events

Community

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Prescription for Living with Hair Loss

A quick internet search reveals hair thinning and hair loss impacts men and women alike, although the statistics neglect to mention that people who suffer from this lose so much more than hair. Hair loss is an enormous emotional blow that negatively impacts quality of life.

Mon, May 22, 2017

Healthcare

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Building a Community

This year marks the 11th annual Hats Off Luncheon presented by Cincinnati Parks Foundation and the Women’s Committee of Smale Riverfront Park. Proceeds support preservation and programming initiatives for future generations to enjoy.

Fri, May 19, 2017

Community

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Philanthropy

Emerging as a National Leader in Bundled Medical Services

Across the nation, the concept of Centers of Excellence is fast becoming the norm, especially in the Greater Cincinnati area. During the past two years, The Christ Hospital has partnered with more than 100 local and national employers on a range of COE programs, surpassing all other healthcare networks.

Thu, May 18, 2017

Healthcare

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Community

NEW Cincinnati Spring Event at JACK Casino

Submitted by Kim Markle

Thu, May 18, 2017

Giving Back to the Community

Communities function best when members contribute from their overflow of talents and resources. Scott D. Phillips, member-in-charge of the West Chester office of Frost Brown Todd law firm, couldn’t agree more. Phillips shares that philosophy with many of his colleagues at Frost Brown Todd. “I would say, as the leader of this office, the expectation is that everyone is involved in giving back to the community in some way.”

Tue, May 16, 2017

Community

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Menopause is Real

Yesterday morning I woke up in one of those crazy sorts of sweats. I felt like a gummy bear. It’s the kind that makes your hair frizzy. Like you were in a rainstorm while you were sleeping.

Tue, May 16, 2017

Community

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Transforming Residents’ Lives

Assistive Equipment Turns Possibility Into Reality

“Those who invest in our residents are helping them reach their fullest potential,” Merritt says. “Gifts made to the St. Joseph Home Possibility Fund help us provide the various resources that are available through technology and skilled therapies, making possibility a reality for our residents. Without the generosity of the broader community, our residents would not have the opportunity to access and learn how to utilize this new and transforming technology.”

Mon, May 15, 2017

Community

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Healthcare

Bringing the Arts to All

Through Programs for Children, Teenagers and Adults

For 150 years, the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) has launched the careers of countless performing and media artists. The world-class training isn’t only available to the next generation of virtuosos, though. CCM provides an array of programs for arts enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

Fri, May 12, 2017

Arts & Entertainment

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Pillars in Our Community

50 Recognized Leading Nonprofits in the Tri-State Area

VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm is proud to partner with LEAD Cincinnati on this special supplement recognizing 50 top nonprofit organizations throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

Thu, May 11, 2017

A Dynamic Team

It’s been a great year for Ramada Plaza Cincinnati.

Thu, May 11, 2017

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Business

Flair Confidence Podcast Interview with Jon Sanchez

Jon Sanchez, former US Navy Seal, Corporate Leader turned entrepreneur, shares how discipline, time of flux and safety nets are important in your career and life.

Wed, May 10, 2017

Philanthropy

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Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati & Mercedes-Benz of West Chester: Supporting Others to Help the Community

Wed, May 10, 2017

Philanthropy

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Community

An Excluded Father, an Included Son

With funding in part from the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and the Milton and Frances Schloss Special Needs and Services Department, the Mayerson JCC’s inclusion programs have changed the world for kids like Bryce that suffer from the challenges of ADHD

Tue, May 09, 2017

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Philanthropy

An Interview with Julia Wesselkamper

Cincinnati Realtor Julia Wesselkamper has earned hundreds of professional titles and accolades, including the Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors (CABR) Circle of Excellence and Ohio Association of Realtors (OAR) President Sales Club Award. With the highest ranking female team and one of the highest average selling prices in the city, it’s easy to see why former and current clients alike appreciate Wesselkamper’s willingness to stop at nothing to meet their real estate goals.

Tue, May 09, 2017

How Far Will You Go To Prove You Are Right?

(And will you admit it when you find out you are wrong?)

Oh my god … Old Spice is right. I put down my sword. Happily defeated. Old Spice is right. I am wrong. The issue? Recycling.

Mon, May 08, 2017

Philanthropy

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Community

Exercise is Key

Rising Above Cancer-Related Fatigue

Have you ever felt so tired that you couldn’t even muster the energy to pull up your socks? That’s one description of chronic cancer-related fatigue, a tiredness so profound it is often one of the most troubling cancer symptoms and side effects of treatment.

Mon, May 08, 2017

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Healthcare

More than a Musical

HONORing the Life Lessons of West Side Story

Tony. Maria. Bernardo. Anita. The Jets versus the Sharks. Hate versus love. Accepting others regardless of race, skin color, religion or personal beliefs. Now, with Karen Kilgore at the helm of the upcoming ROYAL Theatre Company (Regional Ohio Young Actors League, formerly the Children’s Theatre of Mason) production of “West Side Story,” you can add HONOR to the list of abiding themes running through this timeless musical.

Fri, May 05, 2017

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Community

What We Believe About Investing... and You Should Too

6 Investment Truths That Won’t Change

We are currently living in a world with a lot of changes and uncertainty. We often find in a time like this, the best question to ask is what won’t change ... these six truths give us a way to stay sane by focusing on fundamental truths regardless of the environment.

Thu, May 04, 2017

Personal Finance

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Community

Venue Magazine presents The 2017 C-Suite Awards

The C-Suite Award honors our region’s leading chief executive officers; chairmen; chief operating, information, marketing and financial officers and other C-level executives. The criteria for the C-Suite Award is based on the individual’s invaluable contributions to their organization and our region as well as his/her personal leadership characteristics that cultivate a thriving and progressive community.

Wed, May 03, 2017

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Fashion for Freedom

Mon, May 01, 2017

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Community

Benefits of Pet Therapy for Cancer Patients in Hamilton County

Submitted by Sally Keys

Hamilton County experiences an average of 4,191 new invasive cancer cases each year, and sadly 1,668 deaths occurred here each year as a result between 2008-2012. When it comes to cancer, there's no such thing as doing too much to combat the disease.

Fri, Apr 28, 2017

Healthcare

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Painting with Glass

The Cincinnati Art Museum is hosting an exquisite exhibition, “Tiffany Glass: Painting with Color and Light,” that focuses on the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany and Tiffany Studios.

Fri, Apr 28, 2017

The Interaction of Space and Culture

Graydon law firm looks to shape culture by designing an environment that reflects their values.

Thu, Apr 27, 2017

Philanthropy

Business

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Flash: The Increasingly Affordable Solution to Data Storage

Growth needs room, and in today’s technology-dependent world, data storage is more crucial than office space. Tegile System’s leading-edge data-storage solutions enable clients to accelerate their applications, speeding up how fast they can run an entire business.

Thu, Apr 27, 2017

Technology

Community

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Venue Spring Issue Release Party

Venue Spring Release Party

Wed, Apr 26, 2017

LEAD Events

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Leading Home and Garden Businesses

Greater Cincinnati has a variety of home and garden businesses to help you refresh your space this spring. Whether you need design services to revamp an outdated kitchen, a one-of-a-kind home decor item or a home theater system to trick out your man cave or she shed, these local and national companies will set you on your perfectly paved path.

Wed, Apr 26, 2017

Business

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Company Profile

Learning How to Retire

Planning your retirement and understanding financial markets can be daunting tasks for some people. It requires a professional team to help you attain your goals.

Tue, Apr 25, 2017

Personal Finance

Business

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Changing the Narrative of Breast Cancer Screening

You have just been diagnosed with cancer. Before you can wrap your head around your new, frightening reality, your treatment journey begins. A good place to start might be to step back, take a deep breath and remember: it’s your cancer. Your journey. You have choices when it comes to selecting a cancer treatment/care provider. At OHC (Oncology Hematology Care, Inc.), they provide access for every patient when they need it most, no matter what time, no matter the issue, no matter what day.

Mon, Apr 24, 2017

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Healthcare

Community

Raising a Daughter to Conquer Diabetes

“When a young child is diagnosed with diabetes it is a very maturing event for both the child and the parents,” says Dan Schimberg.

Mon, Apr 24, 2017

The Power of Persistence

How Women Are Shaping the Modern Ballet Experience

Cincinnati Ballet’s Kaplan New Works Series has found solid footing, standing out as a highly anticipated annual offering for the past 11 years. “This is an experience people don’t want to miss,” says Victoria Morgan, artistic director and CEO, of the unique series. “Every year for the last five years, we have focused on featuring one series with all female choreographers, and this year it is the New Works series, April 20-30, which concludes our 2016-2017 offerings and my 20th season with Cincinnati Ballet.”

Fri, Apr 21, 2017

Arts & Entertainment

Community

Absolutely the Perfect Oasis for Your Next Event

Are you hosting a business meeting for 10 or a conference for more than 2,000, or anything in between? Are you looking to host it in a serene and picturesque setting, surrounded by a beautiful, award-winning, Arnold Palmer-designed golf course? “The Oasis Conference Center is true to the name as we are an oasis that provides tranquility to the everyday, mundane corporate environment while only minutes from I-275,” says Wayne McDonough, the facility’s general manager. “ ‘Absolutely’ is our motto and our response to special requests.”

Thu, Apr 20, 2017

Community

Flair Confidence Podcast Interview with Patty Brisben

Kristie Sheanshang of www.Flairconfidence.com podcasts Patty Brisben, Founder and Chairwoman of Pure Romance about empowering women, including her consultants, cancer survivors and those with pain disorders. Patty has channeled corporate profits to fund female sexuality research, that is helping people world wide.

Thu, Apr 20, 2017

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Community

Introducing Greater Cincinnati's Next Generation of Leaders

Emerging leaders in the GenX and Millennial generations see Cincinnati as a vibrant city on the rise. Today Venue Magazine celebrates 55 of those individuals shaping our future.

Wed, Apr 19, 2017

Inside The Mag

Leadership Q&A

Cinci Cares Presents: Doctors on a Mission | Scott True, M.D.

The Christ Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgeon

Tue, Apr 18, 2017

The Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation Treats 1,000th Patient at St. Vincent de Paul Vision Clinic

Retired Ophthamologists Volunteer to Operate Free Vision Clinics for Cincinnati’s Underserved

Some of Cincinnati’s poorest have never seen a doctor of any kind, much less an eye doctor. And those suffering from chronic illnesses like diabetes may not realize their eyesight can often be damaged by the disease.

Tue, Apr 18, 2017

Cinci Cares Presents: Doctors on a Mission | Mark A. Snyder, M.D.

Good Samaritan Hospital Orthopaedic Center of Excellence, Medical Director

Mon, Apr 17, 2017

An Iconic Treasure

A local icon with a national reputation for excellence, the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza hotel is one of the world’s finest examples of French Art Deco design. The hotel, which opened in 1931, has stood the test of time through generations. Today, it retains the same intricate original details while offering updated modern touches to delight first-time guests and seasoned travelers alike.

Mon, Apr 17, 2017

Dining

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Cinci Cares Presents: Doctors on a Mission | Christine J. O'Dea, M.D.

Crossroad Health Center, Medical Director

Fri, Apr 14, 2017

Cinci Cares Presents: Doctors on a Mission | Daniel C. Love, M.D.

Tri-State Centers for Sight, Ophthalmologist

Thu, Apr 13, 2017

The “Stuff” of Spring and Passover

Lauren Chesley is a contributor to LEAD Cincinnati, Venue Magazine and Make it Better, is writing her first book and blogging along the way about the journey of being "unapologetically you" post-50 at http://www.stuffoflifeblog.com

Wed, Apr 12, 2017

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