Building a stronger, more equitable city with expanded opportunities.
Since 2018, 3CDC has remained committed to increasing the number of Black- and minority-owned businesses in the neighborhood. Currently, more than 25% of 3CDC's street-level commercial spaces are occupied by minority-owned businesses, and nearly 20% are Black-owned.
Helping support diverse business ownership
We are dedicated to expanding opportunities for minority and Black- and minority-owned businesses in Cincinnati. Our goal is to help build one of the most diverse and vibrant business districts in the country by supporting entrepreneurs, strengthening local storefronts, and creating space for a wide range of voices and ventures to thrive.
Inclusive Commercial Leasing Impact
The result of our efforts to increase diversity through inclusive commercial leasing.
Celebrating women in local business
We are intentional about fostering a strong presence of woman-owned businesses in downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine. By supporting female entrepreneurs and creating opportunities for them to succeed, we are building a more vibrant, inclusive, and economically resilient business district—both in Downtown and Over-the-Rhine.
Our Success Stories
Read our success stories from businesses that have grown and thrived in our spaces.
For more than a decade, Chef Jose Salazar has grown his restaurant portfolio alongside 3CDC, shaping OTR and downtown Cincinnati’s dining scene. From the original Salazar on Republic Street to the acclaimed Mita’s and Safi Wine Bar, his concepts continue to thrive. In 2025, he reopened his namesake restaurant in an expanded location at 3CDC’s 101 W. Fifth Street development—showcasing his ongoing growth, creative reinvention, and lasting impact on the city’s culinary landscape.
After launching Urban Luxe online during the pandemic, Sophia Blasi quickly grew her following and opened a brick-and-mortar boutique on Vine Street with 3CDC. Just six months later, she expanded again—relocating her sister concept, Studio Eleven, steps away in OTR. Now operating two thriving storefronts in the Willkommen development, Blasi has transformed her digital brand into a dynamic retail and creative hub, solidifying her place as a rising entrepreneur in the neighborhood.