As seasons turn and Cincinnati’s neighborhoods fill with the colors of fall, I’m thinking about change, which is something that’s natural and necessary for growth.
Inside this fall issue of Realm, you’ll find a look at how our city is changing by converting office buildings into much-needed apartments that bring renewed energy to our urban core. You’ll read about manufacturers who have been in business for decades and are changing to remain competitive. You’ll discover executive profiles highlighting the people who are not only adapting to change but also leading it, and you’ll read about the shifts taking place in banking and finance and what those changes mean for businesses and individuals across our community.
In November, Cincinnati voters will head to the polls to choose the next leaders of our ever-evolving city. This issue features interviews with mayoral candidates Aftab Pureval and Cory Bowman. The general election includes 26 candidates running for City Council and a few charter amendments on the ballot as well. This moment offers us a powerful opportunity to think deeply about the kind of city we want, to engage with the ideas and visions that will guide our future, and to elect leaders who can bring us together to create a growing, thriving, and changing region where everyone belongs.
Change is also deeply personal. Jim Koch, Cincinnati native and founder and CEO of Boston Beer Company, recently returned to the helm of the company he started 35 years ago with a single recipe and a bold idea. His story reminds us that leadership is often about knowing when to embrace continuity and when to step back in to guide a new chapter.
At the Cincinnati Regional Chamber, we believe change creates opportunity. My hope is that this issue of Realm not only informs but also inspires—that we use this season of transformation to reflect, engage, and help steer our region toward its next chapter.
