The Economic Development Division is focused on major projects and the revitalization of downtown. It serves as a liaison between City departments and the business and development communities and provides financial, informational, and technical assistance to those seeking to invest and grow in Cincinnati. To learn more about the City’s neighborhood and community development initiatives, contact the Department of Community Development.

Economic Development Division
City Hall, 801 Plum Street, Suite 104
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Holly Childs, Economic Development Director
Phone: (513) 352-2499
Fax: (513) 352-1566
E-mail: holly.childs@cincinnati-oh.gov

Patrick Ewing, Development Manager
Phone: (513) 352-1933
Fax: (513) 352-1566
E-mail: patrick.ewing@cincinnati-oh.gov

Jeff McElravy, Senior Development Officer
Phone: (513) 352-1561
Fax: (513) 352-1566
E-mail: jeff.mcelravy@cincinnati-oh.gov

Bob Bertsch, Senior Development Officer
Phone: (513) 352-3773
Fax: (513) 352-1566
E-mail: robert.bertsch@cincinnati-oh.gov