Partnership
VISIT CINCY PARTNERSHIP PAYS OFF
Visit Cincy is comprised of nearly 500 businesses that realize the economic importance of meetings and conventions in Greater Cincinnati. These partners support the CVB's mission to positively impact the region’s economy through leisure tourism marketing as well as convention and trade show opportunities.
An investment in Visit Cincy is an important contribution to the economic growth of the region. By investing in our future, you are investing in your own future. No matter what the size of your organization, we have a partnership plan that is just right for you.
Partnership Types
($500 annually) Visit Cincy Industry Partners receive the below benefits: Visit Cincy Convention Alerts to make your business aware of nearby meetings/conventions, Ability to receive Visit Cincy Convention leads, Invitations to exclusive Visit Cincy partner events, Eligibility to…
(Price based on size and location of the property, see below for guidelines) Hotel partners receive all the same Industry Partner benefits and also receive convention and room block leads.
Hamilton County Hotel Partner Pricing
Downtown Hotels | ||
400+ Rooms | $24.50 per room | |
<400 Rooms | $21.50 per room | |
Suburban Hotels | ||
Any Rooms | <5 miles from downtown | $15.50 per room |
200+ Rooms | 5+ miles from downtown | $8 per room |
<200 Rooms | 5+ miles from downtown | $6.30 per room |
Upgrade Your Partnership
Industry partners with multiple locations of the same business can add these businesses for the lowered cost of $200 per location.
(+$400) Premium Members receive one professional photoshoot at their business (click here to learn more about this benefit). In addition, an Instagram reel/Tik Tok will be created at your business and shared to Visit Cincy channels.
Visit Cincy Partnership Benefits
The following services/programs are included within your annual partnership and are offered to all members at no additional charge. Are you taking advantage of all of these programs?
Marketing & Communications Opportunities
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Take part in advertising opportunities available in the Official Visitors Guide (OVG), distributed through our website as well as in partner businesses all across the region.
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This weekly newsletter highlights CVB news, top initiatives, and tips for becoming more involved with Visit Cincy and our community. Stay up-to-date on event RSVP information, advertising deadlines, and other marketing opportunities with this partner communication tool.
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Visit Cincy Partners can participate in our Visit Cincy Perks Pass, which is provided to convention attendees visiting the Cincy Region. By offering a discount to convention attendees, Visit Cincy can put your business in front of thousands of visitors coming to Cincinnati for meetings and conventions.
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Through one-on-one relationships with local, regional and national media, the CVB and our partners promote Cincinnati USA as a destination of choice for leisure and convention travelers. Be a part of that story by providing the CVB with information on new openings, milestone anniversaries or unique story ideas related to your business. Stories that feature your business will be linked in your business profile.
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As a CVB, we’re engaging daily with partners, media, meeting planners and travelers on social media. Visit Cincy partners can take part in that conversation and stay up-to-date on industry news, connect with visitors, and further their business’ social media reach by sharing good news about Cincinnati.
Convention Sales & Services Opportunities
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This confidential calendar outlines each and every event that has been booked in Cincinnati, including all of the meeting planner’s contact information.
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Hotels receive leads on bookings and referral services from Convention Services (convention profiles and convention alerts). Plus, you have access to one-on-one meetings with a CVB team member.
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Visit Cincy works closely with meeting planners throughout the year through site inspections and familiarization tours. Promote your company by contributing attraction or event tickets, restaurant and retail certificates, or other giveaways.
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Prior to large conventions, CVB members receive Convention Alerts via email. Alerts include background on convention groups, social media handles and hashtags, special event calendars, meal schedules and other important information to help members plan staffing levels and promotions.
General Partnership Opportunities
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The Partner Extranet web portal within visitcincy.com includes exciting and convenient tools to help you make the most of your membership, including access to the confidential convention calendar and the ability to update your business's web listing.
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Visit Cincy holds monthly events that allow you to mingle with fellow CVB partners at a member restaurant, attraction, or other venue. Integrated into many of these events are learning and personal development opportunities. Join us and help increase your business in the meetings and conventions industry.
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These events offer you the chance to meet fellow CVB members, and for the CVB staff to become more familiar with your business. We'll help orient you to the local hospitality industry and give you tips on how to reach out to meeting planners and your fellow CVB members.
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This is a keynote event for all CVB partners, with the goal of providing information and insight into the local travel and tourism industry. It includes an in-depth overview of key initiatives from the previous year, a plan for the coming year and beyond, and a synopsis on current and upcoming conventions, initiatives, and how you can benefit from this partnership.