Mayor Aftab Pureval beams with pride when talking about his city.“I could drop you in the middle of our urban core, and you’d be within walking distance of incredible experiences,” he says. Cincinnati’s compact urban center is brimming with life, from restaurants led by James Beard finalists to architectural landmarks. He highlights the Contemporary Arts Center, designed by the renowned Zaha Hadid—“The New York Times called it the most important building designed after World War II.” For sports fans, the options are endless: you could catch an AFC Championship game, an MLS playoff, or see the Reds play at their scenic riverfront ballpark. The proximity of cultural, corporate, and civic assets creates an environment that Mayor Pureval believes is uniquely suited to opportunity. “Procter & Gamble, one of the largest consumer products companies in the world, is right here. Kroger, GE Aerospace, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital—it’s a concentration of resources that you won’t find in many places, especially not at our cost of living,” he says. Reflecting on his own journey—from newcomer to mayor in less than a decade—he insists that “this story of opportunity and achieving your dream is only possible in Cincinnati.” Mayor Pureval is also quick to point out that Cincinnati is ready to meet the labor challenges head on and boasts educational pathways to achieve this. With the University of Cincinnati at its doorstep, families can find first-class educational opportunities at home. The university has launched its new 1819 Innovation Hub newsletter which represents a playbook for igniting creativity and driving change, providing insights and tools into how to achieve innovation success. Tradition runs deep in Queen City, and sports serve as a powerful thread, binding generations together. “Opening Day for the Reds is more than just a game,” Mayor Pureval explains. “The whole city basically shuts down—it’s a civic celebration.” Cincinnati’s Oktoberfest, one of the largest outside Munich, celebrates the city’s Germanic roots with a multiday food, beer, and live entertainment festival.“Next year, we’ll be the first city in the country to celebrate Director Carter with Emerge Manufacturi ribbon-cutting for the new PPE manufacturing 97 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 12 CINCINNATI, OH
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