Community Partnerships Leverage Cincinnati Ballet’s active collaborations with local organizations and arts groups (Parkinson Wellness partner, Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati, local bands) to propose joint programming, sponsorships, or cross-promotional campaigns that extend reach into health, cultural, and community audiences.

Education and Engagement Target opportunities around the Otto M. Budig Academy and education programs to offer corporate training, youth outreach sponsorships, or continuing education partnerships that align with workforce development and community impact initiatives.

Leadership and Growth With recent leadership changes and new executive appointments, position high-touch executive sponsorship, donor engagement programs, and strategic advisory partnerships to support governance, fundraising, and long-term sustainability.

Performance and Media Exploit the company’s history of live orchestral performance and contemporary works by offering multimedia collaborations, branded content, streaming assets, or experiential marketing opportunities for brand alignment with the arts and culture sector.

Regional Market Reach Capitalize on Cincinnati Ballet’s regional prominence and education programs to propose regional expansion initiatives, venue partnerships, or artist-in-residence programs that connect sponsors with broader midwestern arts audiences.