Spaces Over the Rhine

Nestled between the historic buildings of Vine Street on the corner of 15th Avenue, this modern entrepreneurial space invites professionals and creatives to take up the mantle of the artists and artisans that have called 1435 Vine Street home for the last 120 years. Across the location's private offices, greenery filled terraces, and wide-open meeting spaces, you can boost you and your company's productivity in an environment designed to inspire. Built to incorporate materials and structures from the surrounding neighborhood, this strikingly distinct location commands immediate attention. This is a workplace that adapts as you use it-a truly flexible workspace.

MORTAR, founded in 2014, is a Cincinnati-based organization that aims to empower historically marginalized entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary resources to start and run successful businesses. Through their 15-week course, MORTAR helps aspiring and existing entrepreneurs develop a comprehensive business canvas and learn the intricacies of business management, with the ultimate goal of launching businesses that create local jobs and stimulate the local economy. MORTAR's alumni have access to a mentorship network of business leaders and opportunities for additional funding, ensuring ongoing support and growth for their businesses. MORTAR believes that entrepreneurship has the power to transform lives and communities. By enabling individuals to have ownership in their areas, MORTAR fosters a sense of pride and engagement among residents, encouraging them to actively participate in their neighborhoods and contribute as productive members of society. The organization particularly focuses on supporting entrepreneurs of color, with 76% of their alumni being African American and 1 in 4 having experienced significant hardship. MORTAR's alumni stories serve as a testament to the effectiveness of their curriculum and mentorship in helping urban entrepreneurs overcome challenges and achieve success.Generated from the website