Cincinnati Business Achievement Awards Celebrates Past, Present and Future

Lindner College of Business and UC President highlight the power of co-op and industry partnerships.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:00am

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The Cincinnati Business Achievement Awards (CBAAs) recognized honorees at the Renaissance Cincinnati Downtown on Thursday, March 5, welcoming hundreds of members of the region's business community. Lindner College of Business Dean Marianne Lewis and University of Cincinnati President Neville Pinto spoke about the importance of co-op education and industry partnerships in fueling innovation and impact.

Why it matters

The CBAAs highlight the strong ties between the University of Cincinnati's Lindner College of Business and the Cincinnati business community. These partnerships through co-op education and collaborative research projects help prepare students for the workforce and drive innovation in the region.

The details

During the event, Lindner College of Business Dean Marianne Lewis extolled the power of co-op as the 'machine that fuels Lindner,' bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni, employers and community partners. She highlighted examples of co-op in action, including faculty experts providing industry insights, students engaging in real-world problem solving, and employer partners dedicating their time and resources to the college. UC President Neville Pinto also emphasized the value of these industry collaborations in preparing students and driving the university's upward mobility and regional impact.

  • The Cincinnati Business Achievement Awards took place on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
  • Lindner College of Business has over 120 years of co-op excellence.

The players

Marianne Lewis

Dean of the Lindner College of Business at the University of Cincinnati.

Neville Pinto

President of the University of Cincinnati.

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What they’re saying

“We see every day how collaboration fuels progress — when industry, education, and community work together to shape the future of business.”

— Marianne Lewis, Dean, Lindner College of Business

“As I look around the room, I see so many talented and dedicated leaders from the business community who partner with us. I cannot over-stress how valuable these collaborations are for our faculty and students. They help us prepare students exceptionally well for the workforce and for their roles as citizens and leaders in our society.”

— Neville Pinto, President, University of Cincinnati

The takeaway

The Cincinnati Business Achievement Awards showcase the strong ties between the University of Cincinnati's Lindner College of Business and the local business community. These partnerships through co-op education and collaborative research projects are crucial in preparing students for the workforce and driving innovation in the region.