OHUB x Cities
OHUB x Cities partners with mayors, city leaders and their stakeholders to launch technology hubs, startup accelerators, venture funds, and workforce programs that solve existential challenges, create net new jobs, close racial wealth gaps, and grow the next economy—right where people live.
Let's Work Together
12+ years building the platforms and ecosystems of the future.
A trusted partner advancing founders, talent, and cities through training, capital, and shared infrastructure.
We work with the best partners
OHUB × Cities collaborates with visionary institutions, investors, and enterprises building inclusive innovation ecosystems across America.
A Proven, Investable Framework
OHUB x Cities delivers a scalable, investable model for inclusive innovation and economic mobility. Our systems-based framework translates equity into infrastructure, talent, and shared prosperity — recognized by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Brookings Institution as a national model for building the next economy.
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Who We Work With
Corporations
Strengthen talent pipelines, co-create edge technology hubs, and anchor long-term economic growth through strategic partnerships.
Governments
Work in public-private partnership with mayors and councils to design economic strategies that attract capital and create wealth locally.
Startups
Launch, learn, and scale with access to capital, mentors, and investor networks that accelerate growth from idea to exit.
Investors
Gain access to vetted founders and emerging technologies shaping the next economy—opportunities built for impact and return.
Universities & HBCUs
Develop talent pipelines, advance research partnerships, and cultivate founders ready to build enduring companies.
Mentors
Guide entrepreneurs and technologists with practical insight on building, scaling, and creating lasting value in the market.
Cities implementing OHUB—fully or in part—experience
OHUB × Cities Solutions
Each solution is designed to accelerate inclusive innovation, entrepreneurship and investment — empowering cities to lead, learn, and scale equitable growth.
Mayor’s Circle Certification
Complimentary executive learning for the Mayor and two senior leaders via OHUB’s HGCB & BTEI certificates (valued at $10,500).
- Two certificate tracks (HGCB, BTEI)
- Executive-level frameworks for equitable innovation
OHUB × City Branding
Dedicated channel in the OHUB app to share opportunities, track engagement, and showcase your city's innovation activity.
- Free Membership for all city constituents in the OHUB Ecosystem App
- City-managed posting & analytics
- National visibility within OHUB’s network
OHUB.Next Memberships
Digital learning & community access for residents to gain entrepreneurship, tech, and future-of-work skills.
- On-demand courses, masterclasses & events
- 100+ hours of tech, startup, and venture subject matter expertise
AI Skills Practicum
Hands-on AI training (with Mindstone) that equips residents and small businesses to use automation and data productively.
- Project-based modules & practitioner tools
- Job-readiness & productivity outcomes
Fractional Ecosystem Builder-in-Residence
Monthly strategic advisory with OHUB experts to advance tech, startup, and investment initiatives.
- Up to 2 hrs / month with city leadership
- Impact dashboards for city reporting
- Roadmaps, intros & momentum tracking
1-Day AI + Startup + VC Workshop
Four-hour intensive for up to 100 participants—builds awareness and momentum for larger initiatives.
- AI literacy, founder basics & capital 101
- City-ready agenda & promotional kit
Launch Event & Reception
High-profile launch announcing OHUB × City; features a nationally recognized technologist, founder, or VC; livestream via Piksel.
- End-to-end production & venue management
- Public call-to-action for resident engagement
$100,000 Startup Challenge
City-based startup investment pitch competition; OHUB manages recruitment, coaching, judging, and production.
- $100K in startup investments
- Pitch competition with national visibility powered by VC judges
Opportunity District
Co-developed physical technology hub: coworking, AI-focused code school, accelerator, and venture fund—tailored to city specifications.
- 10k–30k sq ft hub & program stack
- Co-investment structure & phased delivery
Innovation. Inclusion. Impact. In Your Pocket.
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Why Cities Choose OHUB
From Learning to Launch — One Platform, Every Pathway.
OHUB’s professional certificates equip emerging founders, investors, and community builders with the skills to drive local innovation, create new companies, and build intergenerational wealth. Each course blends expert instruction with practical tools designed for real-world impact.
The Blueprint Tech Ecosystem Investment Certificate (BTEI)
Learn to evaluate early-stage ventures, design inclusive investment strategies, and mobilize community capital to fund underrepresented founders.
High-Growth Company Building Certificate (HGCB)
Build a high-growth business with confidence. Master fundraising, go-to-market strategy, leadership, and product growth through OHUB’s mentor-driven accelerator framework.
OHUB AI Competency Program
A four-week, hands-on program designed to build AI fluency for professionals, founders, and public-sector leaders. Learn practical workflows, automation, and responsible AI skills you can use immediately.
From Talent to Capital — One Platform, Every Solution.
We deliver the full stack of inclusive growth: workforce readiness, entrepreneurship pathways, and capital formation—so your city can create jobs, launch startups, and build community wealth.
Workforce Readiness
AI-native training and certificates that move residents into high-growth careers—faster.
- AI Practicum + industry micro-credentials
- College & adult tracks; job placement support
- Employer-aligned curricula and projects
Entrepreneurship
Accelerators, pitch competitions, and hubs that turn ideas into fundable, scalable companies.
- Startup Bootcamps & City Pitch Competitions
- Founder coaching, mentor & investor networks
- Innovation hubs for community & deal-flow
Capital Formation
Pathways to capital and ownership that keep value in the community and scale local ventures.
- Investor matchmaking & catalytic capital strategy
- Corporate partnerships & venture readiness
- Community ownership and wealth vehicles