Queen City Pitch
Calling emerging real estate developers, construction contractors, and small businesses ready to showcase their capabilities to a panel of Port staff, coaches, and industry experts. Hosted by Queen City Developers & The Port, in collaboration with the City of Cincinnati Small Business Expo.
📅 When: Thursday, October 2, 2025, 11:45 AM–1:00 PM
📍 Where: Hard Rock Casino, Cincinnati, Ohio
Why apply?
Opportunity to prequalify as a Port contractor (home builds, construction, landbank maintenance, remediation).
Constructive feedback & mentorship from local experts.
Connections to resources in Cincinnati’s small-business ecosystem and, where applicable, capital providers.
5-minute structured pitch: Who you are → What you’re building → What you need from The Port.
(Note: There are no formal “winners”—this is about access, feedback, and opportunity.)
Who should apply?
- Contractors seeking Port prequalification
- Developers with active projects
- Entrepreneurs with existing or new ventures (18+).
