sharonville convention center

What sharonville convention center does

Sharonville Convention Center is a municipal event facility owned and operated by the City of Sharonville, Ohio, located 15 miles north of downtown Cincinnati at the I-75/I-275 interchange. The center provides 65,000+ square feet of flexible event space, including a 40,000 sq ft Exhibit Hall, a 14,000 sq ft Ballroom, an 8,200 sq ft Junior Ballroom, and 19 configurable meeting rooms. It serves corporate event planners, trade show producers, association and nonprofit organizers, and consumer event attendees through hosting meetings, conventions, banquets, trade shows, galas, weddings, and public events. The facility holds LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, achieving 15% energy performance above the ASHRAE baseline and 40% water consumption reduction.

The venue's technology and service infrastructure is delivered through preferred-partner integrations rather than in-house build. Oak View Group (OVG Hospitality) operates as the exclusive food and beverage caterer with seasonal, locally sourced menus and a dedicated culinary team. Prestige AV & Creative Services serves as the preferred A/V provider with equipment, technical staff, and full production capabilities. Additional on-site services include electrical connections, internet, water/drainage, compressed air, labor, and booth vacuuming. Free high-speed Wi-Fi, free parking for 1,000+ vehicles, electronic signage, and proximity to 3,000+ hotel rooms across 20+ national-brand hotels complete the operational offering. Marketing is delivered through a multi-channel mix: a website with 8,500+ monthly sessions, social media, a 22ft x 11ft digital billboard on I-75 reaching 150,000+ daily vehicles, email newsletters, drone video content, and the Visit Cincy tourism partnership.

The business model is event-driven, monetized across four revenue streams: venue rental (meeting rooms, ballrooms, exhibit halls), food and beverage catering through OVG, A/V services through Prestige AV, and ancillary event services. Go-to-market is direct-to-planner via RFP and sales outreach, supplemented by Visit Cincy referrals for events requiring 20+ hotel rooms. FY2025 disclosed figures show total gross sales of $7,705,786 across facility, F&B, and A/V services, with facility-only operating revenue of $3,112,821; attendance exceeded 223,000 across 282 event days, achieving a 4.8/5 average customer survey score.

Name

sharonville convention center

Legal name

Sharonville Convention Center

Website

https://sharonvilleconventioncenter.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Sharonville Convention Center is a municipal, LEED-certified event facility in suburban Cincinnati offering 65,000+ sq ft of flexible space for meetings, conventions, trade shows, galas, and public events, serving corporate, association, nonprofit, and consumer event clients across the Greater Cincinnati region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Convention and Event Venue Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

akta.pro primary industry

Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers) (THAHAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues (THAHAAAB), Convention Campus & District Operators (Integrated Venue Districts) (THAHAAAL)

Keywords

• Convention center services
• Event venue rental
• Trade show facilities
• Banquet catering services
• Meeting space hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati (Sharonville)

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental: Rental of meeting rooms, ballrooms, and exhibit halls for events including conventions, trade shows, banquets, and public events
2. Food and Beverage Catering: On-site catering services through Oak View Group including breakfast, lunch, dinner, breaks, receptions, and custom menus for events
3. Audio/Visual Services: Preferred A/V provider services through Prestige AV including equipment rental, technical support, and full production capabilities
4. Event Services: Additional services including electrical connections, internet, water/drainage, compressed air, labor, and booth vacuuming for exhibitors

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sharonville Convention Center is a municipal, LEED-certified convention facility in the Greater Cincinnati region that rents meeting rooms, ballrooms, and exhibit halls to corporate event planners, trade show producers, associations, and private clients. Its core offering is 65,000+ square feet of flexible event space, supported by integrated catering (Oak View Group), audio/visual services (Prestige AV), and a range of event utility services such as electrical, internet, and cleaning.

Product overview

Sharonville Convention Center is a single-venue facility offering comprehensive event hosting services centered around its LEED-certified convention center in Cincinnati, Ohio. The venue provides flexible meeting and event spaces including a 40,000 sq ft Exhibit Hall, 14,000 sq ft Ballroom, 8,200 sq ft Junior Ballroom, and additional meeting rooms totaling 65,000+ square feet of flexible space. The facility offers integrated add-on services through preferred partners: Audio/Visual Services via Prestige AV & Creative Services (state-of-the-art equipment and production) and Catering Services via Oak View Group (custom menus and culinary excellence). Additional services include event planning support, marketing assistance, and complimentary WiFi and parking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sharonville Convention Center Venue Rental Full-facility rental of the LEED-certified 65,000+ sq ft convention center for conventions, trade shows, corporate meetings, banquets, galas, weddings, and public events. The facility is located 15 miles north of downtown Cincinnati at the I-75/I-275 intersection and includes free parking for 1,000+ vehicles.
• Exhibit Hall Rental 40,000 square foot Exhibit Hall available for trade shows, exhibitions, and large-scale events, featuring a Show Office, Ticket Office, and First Aid Room. Supports utility connections, loading dock access, and booth vacuuming services for exhibitors.
• Ballroom Rental 14,000-square-foot ballroom available for galas, banquets, and large-scale events, supporting upscale decor and food/beverage demands.
• Junior Ballroom Rental 8,200 square foot Junior Ballroom comprised of three divisible rooms, suitable for medium-sized events, breakout sessions, and conferences.
• Meeting Room Rental Nineteen meeting rooms including a 7,400 sq ft room divisible by 5, a 6,300 sq ft room divisible by 4, and three additional break-out rooms, supporting corporate meetings, conferences, and educational seminars.
• Catering Services Food and beverage catering services provided exclusively by Oak View Group (OVG Hospitality), including breakfast, lunch, dinner, breaks, receptions, and custom menus for events. Features dynamic rotating seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients and an award-winning culinary team led by Executive Chef Jamin Wilson.
• Audio/Visual Services State-of-the-art audio/visual equipment rental and professional technical support provided by Prestige AV & Creative Services, including concept, design, and full production capabilities under the direction of Director Cameron Wilson.
• Event Services for Exhibitors Event utility and support services for exhibitors and event organizers, including electrical connections ($99-$285+ per connection), internet (free wireless to $250 for private SSID), labor ($35-$75/hour), water/drainage, compressed air, and booth vacuuming.
• Event Planning Services Comprehensive event planning and coordination support including room rental booking guidelines, service order forms, marketing support form, and coordination with certified meeting planners for event execution.

Quantifiable outcome

• 223,000+ attendees welcomed in 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Oak View Group (OVG Hospitality)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive food and beverage service provider operating as OVG Hospitality, bringing dynamic rotating seasonal menus with locally sourced ingredients, custom menus for events, and professional catering staff including Executive Chef Jamin Wilson and Director of Catering Sales Laura Starkey.
• Prestige AV & Creative ServicescoreTechnology or IntegrationPreferred audio/visual service provider associated with the Sharonville Convention Center, offering state-of-the-art A/V equipment, professional technical staff, and full concept/design/production services. Director Cameron Wilson leads AV Services.
• Visit CincycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism promotion partner helping connect planners with accommodations and promoting the Sharonville area as a destination. Helps planners secure multiple hotel proposals for events requiring 20+ rooms.
• Rachel Spiegel DesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing team handling promotional requests, social media, billboard advertising coordination, and general marketing support for events and the center.
• Hotel Partners NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of 20+ national brand hotels including Hyatt Place, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Hilton, Drury Inn, and others offering 3,000+ guest rooms within walking distance or adjacent to the center.
• Restaurant PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of nearby restaurants including Benihana, Cracker Barrel, BJ's Restaurant, and local favorites for attendee dining options.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Duke Energy Convention Center: Cincinnati's downtown convention center operated by the City of Cincinnati. Direct competitor for conventions and trade shows in the same metro; SCC competes on accessibility/parking while Duke Energy competes on downtown walkability.
• Northern Kentucky Convention Center: Convention center in Covington, KY serving the Greater Cincinnati market. Competes for the same regional trade show and corporate meeting demand across the river.
• Dayton Convention Center: Mid-size Ohio convention center hosting trade shows, meetings, and banquets. Comparable facility scale and municipal-operator model in an adjacent Ohio metro.
• Kentucky International Convention Center: Louisville convention center hosting conventions, trade shows, and banquets. Comparable offering for Kentucky/Midwest regional events; recently renovated with competitive modern amenities.

Broad incumbents

• Greater Columbus Convention Center: Larger Ohio convention center serving a major Midwest metro. Comparable operating model (convention/trade show venue) but at greater scale, often drawing events that could otherwise go to Cincinnati-area venues.
• Indiana Convention Center: Large Indianapolis convention facility. Comparable convention/trade show business, larger footprint, and competitive for Midwest regional events.

Regional players

• Cincinnati Marriott at RiverCenter: Large Covington, KY convention hotel adjacent to convention space. Competes for smaller conventions and meetings that bundle hotel + meeting space, especially when downtown adjacency is valued.
• Hyatt Regency Cincinnati: Connected downtown Cincinnati convention hotel offering meeting/ballroom space within walking distance of Duke Energy Convention Center. Competes for hotel-attached meeting demand in the same region.

Others

• Oak View Group: Hospitality and venue management company that operates SCC's catering arm (OVG Hospitality) and manages many larger arenas and convention venues nationally. Strategic partner and broader industry benchmark.
• Visit Cincy (Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau): Regional DMO that funnels convention and group business into Cincinnati-area venues including SCC. Acts as a channel/partner driving inbound event demand to the center.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@SharonvilleConventionCenter
• Facebookfacebook.com/sharonvilleconventioncenter

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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