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Program · Tue–Wed, Oct 6–7
Brand Fusion
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- Dates
- Tue–Wed, Oct 6–7, 2026
- Where
- 2 venues
- Admission
- No public tickets listed · 3 ways to take part
- Organizers
- Blue North (opens in a new tab) (Co-host); Stepstone (Co-host); Cintrifuse Capital (Co-host)
- Contact
- dave@bluenorthky.com
- Official site
- brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab)
About Brand Fusion #
Brand Fusion is a curated matchmaking event that connects Fortune 500 and Emerging brand leaders with innovative startups through structured 15-minute meetings. Since 2012, we've brought together the brightest minds in brand innovation and startup technology to forge partnerships that drive real business results.
Brands submit their toughest business challenges. Venture capitalists and accelerators nominate their most relevant startups. Our team personally curates each pairing, drawing on deep knowledge of both sides to create a full day of high-impact meetings.
History · 1 note
- 2012
“Since 2012, we've brought together the brightest minds in brand innovation and startup technology to forge partnerships that drive real business results.” (brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab))
How to take part #
| How | Details |
|---|---|
| Join for 2026 | Reach out to participate in this year's event |
| Submit Brand Challenges (opens in a new tab) | Submit your business challenges and meet pre-vetted startups hand-picked to solve them. Discover cutting-edge technology, explore partnerships, and stay ahead of the innovation curve — all in one day. |
| Nominate Startups (opens in a new tab) | Nominate a startup to be matched with brand challenges at Brand Fusion. |
Questions go to dave@bluenorthky.com, the address the organizers give.
Sources: brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab) · brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab) · brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab)In the organizers' words.
Day by day #
- Welcome Dinner
SparkHaus · 727 Madison Ave, Covington KY
- Matchmaking Sessions
TQL Stadium · 1508 John St, Cincinnati OH
Source: brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab)Themes as the organizers publish them.
Tue, Oct 6 · 4 events
- Welcome Drinks5:00 PM · end time not listed · SparkHaus
- Bourbon Tasting6:00 PM · end time not listed · SparkHaus
- Dinner6:00 PM · end time not listed · SparkHaus
- Desserts7:00 PM · end time not listed · SparkHaus
Wed, Oct 7 · 7 events
- Breakfast in Tunnel Club7:30 AM · end time not listed · TQL Stadium · Tunnel Club
- Registration Begins7:30 AM · end time not listed · TQL Stadium
- Welcome & Kickoff in Tunnel Club8:15 AM · end time not listed · TQL Stadium · Tunnel Club
- Brand & Startup Meetings in Suites8:40 AM–12:45 PM · TQL Stadium · Suites
- Startup Lounge8:40 AM–12:45 PM · TQL Stadium
- Snack Break10:35–10:50 AM · TQL Stadium
- Closing Lunch in Tunnel Club12:45–2:00 PM · TQL Stadium · Tunnel Club
39 · as listed Sep 25
Participating brands #
“These brands are confirmed for Brand Fusion 2026.”
- 84.51°/PearlRock
- ADM
- Atlas World Group
- Brown Forman - Emerging
- Brown Forman - RTD
- Brown Forman - Woodford
- Burlington
- Carbone
- Cincinnati Financial
- CVG
- Elanco
- Eli Lilly
- FC Cincinnati
- Ferguson
- Fidelity
- Fifth Third Bank
- Fischer Homes
- Ford
- Glow Brands
- Gopuff
- Gorilla Glue
- Graeters
- Great American
- Indiana Pacers
- Kimberly Clark
- Kroger
- Marriott
- Mastercard
- Moonbrew
- New Riff Distilling
- NVA - National Veterinary Associates
- P&G - Old Spice
- P&G - PHC
- P&G - Tide Services
- Scotts Miracle-Gro
- St Elizabeth
- The Farmer's Dog
- VOSS Water
- Wondercide
20. TQL Stadium
1501 Central Parkway · West End
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Wed, Oct 7 · Thu, Oct 8
70. SparkHaus
727 Madison Ave · Covington, Kentucky
- Brand Fusion · 4 events
Tue, Oct 6
Co-Hosted By
Brand Fusion Powered By Sponsor
Welcome Dinner Title Sponsor
Startup Lounge Sponsor
Breakfast Title Sponsor
Luncheon Title Sponsor
Gift Bag Sponsor · Lanyard Sponsor
Welcome Dinner Drinks Sponsor
Welcome Dinner Dessert Sponsor
Welcome Bourbon Tasting
Snack & Refreshments Sponsor
Coffee Sponsors
Source: brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab)Tiers and names as the organizers list them; logos unaltered.
What is Brand Fusion?
Brand Fusion is a curated matchmaking event that connects Fortune 500 and Emerging brand leaders with innovative startups through structured 15-minute meetings. Our team personally curates each pairing, drawing on deep knowledge of both sides to create a full day of high-impact meetings.
When is Brand Fusion 2026 Powered by Markup AI?
Brand Fusion 2026 Powered by Markup AI takes place over two days: a Welcome Dinner on Tuesday, October 6, and a full Matchmaking Day on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Who should attend?
Brand Fusion is designed for brand-side marketing and innovation leaders, startup founders and executives, and venture capitalists / accelerator partners who nominate startups.
Where is the Welcome Dinner (Day 1)?
The Welcome Dinner is held at SparkHaus, 727 Madison Ave, Covington, KY. It's walkable from Hotel Covington.
Where is Matchmaking Day (Day 2)?
Matchmaking Day takes place at TQL Stadium, 1508 John St, Cincinnati, OH. Brand-startup meetings are held in the stadium's private suites, with meals and kickoff in the Tunnel Club.
How far apart are the venues?
SparkHaus and TQL Stadium are both within a short drive of Hotel Covington. SparkHaus is walkable from the hotel. TQL Stadium is approximately a 5-minute drive across the river.
Sources #
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- brandfusioncincy.com (opens in a new tab) 46 records
- startupcincyweek.com (opens in a new tab) 1 record
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