Cincinnati Middle East Business Collective

Shaping the Future Through Economic Diplomacy

For over 70 years, American Jewish Committee (AJC) has led efforts across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to foster mutual understanding, regional integration, and lasting ties between Israel and the Arab world—guided by the belief that peace is best achieved through partnership. With strong U.S. leadership and support, AJC has pursued a bold vision of people-to-people diplomacy that brings communities and countries together through shared opportunity.

Now, that vision comes to life in Southwest Ohio. AJC invites Greater Cincinnati’s business, civic and innovation leaders to help catalyze this moment of opportunity by participating in a tailored, business-forward gathering alongside peers from Israel and the Arab world. Together, we’ll deepen cross-border collaboration, grow commercial and cultural bridges, and strengthen relationships rooted in mutual respect and shared prosperity.

The Cincinnati Middle East Business Collective aims to spotlight Cincinnati as a platform for global innovation—connecting leaders across sectors like advanced manufacturing, agriculture and food technology. This initiative will not only promote regional peace and cooperation but also elevate the Queen City as a model for how U.S. communities can contribute to global progress and diplomacy through business and relationship building.

Objectives

The Collective aims to:

• Foster Lasting Relationships
  Forge meaningful connections with influential leaders from Cincinnati and the MENA region, creating new pathways for partnership among U.S., Israeli, and Arab business and civic leaders.
• Unlock Business Potential
  Explore why Cincinnati and the MENA region are emerging as strategic hubs for high-value business opportunities.
• Champion Peace and Innovation
  Join a dynamic global collective dedicated to shaping a new Middle East through collaboration, integration, and shared growth.

Don't Miss Out

This is your chance to be part of an unprecedented opportunity for change. Join us in shaping a brighter future through collaboration, understanding, and innovation.

If you have any questions, please contact Justin Kirschner at kirschnerj@ajc.org or (513)-621-4020