Corporex

Courier 150 top private companies

Cincinnati Business Courier Jun 13, 2025

The 150 largest private companies in Cincinnati generated more than $67 billion in combined revenue in 2024. Corporex ranks at #58.

New dog park, pickleball, kayak launch: Newport plans for riverfront parks overhaul

Cincinnati Enquirer Jun 13, 2025

Cincinnati's riverwalk areas are regularly ranked among of the best in the country with gorgeous views, walking trails, parks and entertainment spaces.

Standing on the shoulders of giants

Link NKY Jun 10, 2025

If you’ve attended college or visited someone in a hospital or even walked the halls of a public building, you’ll see the names.

Tom Banta to exit Corporex Cos. after 40 years

Cincinnati Business Courier May 23, 2025

A longtime leader at one of Cincinnati’s largest commercial real estate development firms is retiring. Banta will officially retire at the end of May.

Cincinnati VA Eye Clinic to nearly double space with move to Corporex building

Cincinnati Business Courier May 9, 2025

A Cincinnati VA clinic is planning to nearly double its space by moving its operations into a new building.

Ovation is open: development celebrates new milestones

Link NKY May 1, 2025

Ovation is open—that’s the message conveyed by Newport officials and leaders in the Northern Kentucky business community on Wednesday.

Ovation unveils new condos, two bar concepts, hotel at preview event, as vision comes to life

The Northern Kentucky Tribune May 1, 2025

Corporex Companies recently welcomed guests to an exclusive preview event highlighting the next chapter of the 25-acre mixed-use development.

What $1 million gets you at Ovation condos

Cincinnati Enquirer Apr 30, 2025

Prices for luxury condos at The Boardwalk Residences in Newport start at just under $1 million.

Ovation development opens along riverfront debuting new condos, bars and hotel

WLWT 5 Cincinnati Apr 30, 2025

A massive mixed-use development is opening along the Newport riverfront, debuting retail options and riverfront condos Wednesday.

Corporex Ovation Opens Its Doors: A Bold Vision for the Newport Riverfront Comes to Life

Apr 30, 2025

You don't expect a construction tour to feel like a grand opening – but at Ovation in Newport, that's exactly what it was.

Ovation announces 2 new bars, 80% capacity at Boardwalk Residences

Fox 19 Apr 30, 2025

Corporex’s $1 billion mixed-use Ovation development announced two new bars – Newport’s first rooftop bar, High Note, and the Market Bar.

Ovation continues to grow with two new business coming to the riverfront

Spectrum News Ohio Apr 30, 2025

Corporex’s $1 billon development is continuing to grow. The Ovation project is adding two new bars to the northern Kentucky riverfront.

'It's a work, live, play opportunity': Ovation development opens in Newport

Local 12 Apr 30, 2025

The much-anticipated Ovation development has officially opened along the Newport riverfront, marking a significant milestone for the city and the region.

Ovation announces 2 new bars, including rooftop with Ohio River view

Cincinnati Enquirer Apr 30, 2025

Corporex's $1 billion mixed-use Ovation development has announced two new bars, including Newport's first rooftop bar, High Note, and the Market Bar.

Corporex unveils first two bars at $1B Newport riverfront development

Cincinnati Business Courier Apr 30, 2025

Ovation has unveiled its first two bars, including a new-to-market establishment slated for a ground-floor area and a rooftop bar.

Greater Cincinnati sports club sold to publicly traded firm, plans multimillion-dollar transformation

Cincinnati Business Courier Apr 23, 2025

Corporex has sold its four Five Seasons sports clubs to Life Time Inc.

Corporex Companies completes final sale of Five Season’s Sport Clubs brand to Life Time, Inc.

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Apr 23, 2025

As part of this transaction, four of the Five Seasons locations – Burr Ridge and Northbrook in Illinois, and Dayton and Cincinnati in Ohio – have been sold

Take a look at Covington’s OneNKY Center as it reaches 70% completion

Link NKY Apr 19, 2025

The Northern Kentucky Port Authority announced that construction on Covington’s OneNKY Center is 70% complete.

Corporex, Commonwealth Hotels celebrate ribbon-cutting for new Homewood Suites by Hilton in Newport

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Apr 13, 2025

Corporex and Commonwealth Hotels, a Covington, Kentucky-based hotel management company, celebrated the official grand opening of the Homewood Suites.

Homewood Suites Newport Cincinnati Celebrates Successful Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting and Open House

Longview News-Journal Apr 11, 2025

Corporex & Commonwealth Hotels, a Covington, Kentucky-based hotel management company, proudly celebrated the official grand opening of the Homewood Suites.

Corporex eyes restaurant complex near CirclePort as redevelopment efforts expand

Link NKY Mar 6, 2025

As CirclePort’s transformation progresses, Corporex wants to develop a small property near the office park into a restaurant complex.

New business opens at Ovation riverfront project

Spectrum News Ohio Mar 3, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Newport Cincinnati opened its door for business.

Covington nonprofit expands and rebrands to recruit more entrepreneurs

Spectrum News Ohio Mar 2, 2025

After years of supporting entrepreneurs and advancing science, LifeSciKY will move into the nearly completed OneNKY Center.

Hilton hotel opens in Newport's $1B Ovation development

Cincinnati Business Courier Feb 21, 2025

The new Homewood Suites by Hilton in Newport opened for reservations Feb. 20.

Newport's Ovation project adds Homewood Suites hotel with a 'tap wall'

Cincinnati Enquirer Feb 21, 2025

A 133-suite hotel is officially open at Newport's $1 billion riverfront development known as Ovation.

Homewood Suites at Newport’s Ovation now open for business and welcoming guests

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Feb 21, 2025

Homewood Suites by Hilton Newport Cincinnati at Ovation, project of Corporex and Commonwealth Hotels, is now open for business and welcoming guests.

Homewood Suites opens at Newport’s $1 billion Ovation development

Link NKY Feb 20, 2025

The signature hotel at Newport’s $1 billion Ovation development is now open for business.

New hotel opens at Ovation along riverfront in Northern Kentucky

Local 12 Feb 20, 2025

A new hotel has opened at Ovation, a 25-acre mixed-use urban development at the confluence of the Ohio and Licking Rivers in Northern Kentucky.

New eight-story office building coming to Aurora’s Fitzsimons Village Development

Denver Post Feb 5, 2025

A new mixed-use office building called Fitz 500 is planned for development on a vacant lot across from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

Ovation continues rising as vertical construction on the third boardwalk residences building commences

Link NKY Feb 3, 2025

Corporex is making significant progress on the vertical construction of the third condominium building at The Boardwalk Residences.

Corporex’s Ovation continues rising as third Boardwalk Residences building advances

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Feb 2, 2025

Corporex is making significant progress on the vertical construction of the third condominium building at The Boardwalk Residences.

Riverfront project in Northern Kentucky progresses with new condo building

Local 12 Jan 28, 2025

There was a concrete pour at The Boardwalk Residences, which will be the third condominium complex in the area.

CirclePort transforms into a hub for businesses and families

Spectrum News Ohio Dec 6, 2024

CirclePort – A massive mixed use development in northern Kentucky has recently undergone some major transformations.

Cincinnati restaurant staple moves to northern Kentucky

Spectrum News Ohio Dec 5, 2024

Demetrios Restaurant – On Wednesday, the family cut the ribbon on its new, exclusive home in Covington's Rivercenter Towers.

Demetrios opens in RiverCenter, adding another option to office building’s bustling lobby

Link NKY Dec 4, 2024

For Demetrios owner Carl Vasiliou, the restaurant business is a family affair.

CirclePort development undergoes major updates

Link NKY Dec 2, 2024

Major updates are taking place in the ongoing reconfiguration of CirclePort, a 650-acre mixed-use development that straddles Boone and Kenton County.

Corporex provides update on CirclePort, 650-acre mixed used development near CVG

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Dec 1, 2024

Corporex, a privately held investment and development firm based in Covington, has announced significant updates to development progress at CirclePort.

Developer inks $4.2M land sale near CVG

Local 12 Nov 28, 2024

Avacant piece of land in Erlanger will become a commercial mixed-use development with drive-thru restaurants and a convenience store.

Mixed-use development progresses in Northern Kentucky

Local 12 Nov 27, 2024

Progress is underway on a mixed-use development in Northern Kentucky, located along Mineola Pike and Olympic Boulevard.

Corporex inks $4.2M land sale near CVG airport for retail, restaurant development

Cincinnati Business Courier Nov 25, 2024

A vacant piece of land in Erlanger will become a commercial mixed-use development with drive-thru restaurants and a convenience store.

2024 Deloitte Cincinnati 100 list

Cincinnati Enquirer Nov 13, 2024

#52 Corporex Companies, Years in 100: 41

Cincinnati 300 - 2024

Cincinnati 300 - 2024 – Cincinnati Magazine Nov 11, 2024

Real Estate – William Butler, Chairman, Corporex Companies

Power 100: The Tristate’s Most Influential People

Cincy Magazine Oct 31, 2024

6. Bill Butler, Corporex Cos. CEO, chairman & founder

Top 10: Counting down our favorite photos from Blink 2024

Cincinnati Enquirer Oct 22, 2024

No. 10: “The Tunnel” in the Newport zone.

Blink 2024 bathes Northern Kentucky cities in light

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 19, 2024

The city of Newport joined Covington as Blink zones for the 2024 edition of the event.

BLINK returns to NKY, adds Newport to the mix

Link NKY Oct 17, 2024

BLINK, the United States’ largest lights and arts festival, is set to return to Northern Kentucky, this time adding Newport to the equation.

Need a break during BLINK? Ovation to host hospitality zone

Local 12 Oct 16, 2024

If you are wanting to see all that BLINK has to offer, you'll have to be out multiple nights and you are going to be walking quite a bit.

Blink Expands to Newport - 3rd Street & Ovation Way

Fox 19 Oct 14, 2024

This year's monumental event expands to include Ovation in Newport, Kentucky, offering you a front-row seat to all the dazzling displays.

BLINK is on its way; what to expect at Ovation in Newport — see ‘urban resort come to life’

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Oct 13, 2024

BLINK, the nation’s largest public light and art display, is making its way to Ovation.

Corporex honored by NAIOP for its Ovation development

The Lane Report Oct 1, 2024

Corporex, a leading national development and investment firm based in Covington, Ky., was named Developer of the Year for Ovation by NAIOP.

New hotel demonstrates decades of collaboration between two Covington companies

Link NKY Oct 1, 2024

Real estate developer Corporex and hotel manager Commonwealth Hotels’ newest project showcases the company’s decades-long working relationship.

What’s happening at the foot of the Roebling? Covington’s newest landmark

Link NKY Sep 14, 2024

Once its signature blue glass facade is installed, the OneNKY Center will make its mark on the Covington skyline.

Residence Inn by Marriott opens across from Kenwood Towne Centre

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 27, 2024

The 134-room Residence Inn by Marriott Kenwood welcomed its first guests Aug. 9, the first weekend of the Cincinnati Open tennis tournament.

Corporex names new president and COO amid leadership change

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 21, 2024

One of Greater Cincinnati’s largest real estate developers has named a new chief operating officer, who will also serve as president of the company.

Corporex names Brett Blackwell as president, COO

Link NKY Aug 21, 2024

Covington-based real estate developer Corporex has announced the appointment of a new president and chief operating officer.

Four new murals, wooden boardwalk, BLINK after-party help bring ‘CASA’ concept to life at Corporex’s Ovation

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Aug 21, 2024

Development and investment firm Corporex is partnering with Christian Dallas, a Cincinnati-based painter and muralist, to complete up to four murals

Corporex unveils Christian Dallas mural at Ovation development

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 20, 2024

Corporex at its Ovation development has unveiled the first of four planned murals from a local artist who gained fame at Blink and has worked with ArtWorks

Check out the latest progress at the Ovation development

Link NKY Aug 16, 2024

Northern Kentucky-based artist Christian Dallas took around two months to finish his latest mural at Ovation.

Kickin' it with Ken: Tour of Newport's Ovation community

Fox 19 Aug 14, 2024

Ken Baker interviews mural artist Christian Dallas at Ovation.

Celebrate Pickleball Day

Dayton 24/7 Now WKEF Aug 8, 2024

Tej stopped by Five Seasons in Centerville to meet with some pickleball pros to learn about how to play in the region.

Developer to break ground on condo building at $1B riverfront site

Local 12 Jun 26, 2024

The firm behind Ovation, Newport’s $1 billion riverfront development, is moving forward with the third of three five-story condominium buildings.

OneNKY Center’s final steel beam placed, set for completion soon

Link NKY Jun 26, 2024

Construction workers placed the final steel beam on top of the OneNKY Center — the soon-to-be home of Northern Kentucky’s regional growth organizations.

Corporex to break ground on third residential building at Ovation in Newport

Cincinnati Business Courier Jun 25, 2024

The firm behind Ovation, Newport’s $1 billion riverfront development, is moving forward with the third of three five-story condominium buildings.

Corporex, Paul Hemmer Company partner on third building of Boardwalk Residences in Newport

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Jun 12, 2024

Covington-based Corporex has partnered with a top NKY builder, Paul Hemmer Company, on the third building of The Boardwalk Residences at Ovation.

Kickin' with Ken: Safe swimming with Five Seasons Sports Club in NKY

Fox 19 Jun 11, 2024

Five Seasons' COO Nancy Conard discusses swim safety at the Crestview Hills location.

Paul Hemmer Construction to erect third Boardwalk Residences building at Ovation

Link NKY Jun 11, 2024

The third Boardwalk Residences building at Newport’s Ovation development is set to be constructed by Fort Mitchell-based Paul Hemmer Construction.

How one local business prioritizes pool safety and keeps members safe

Local 12 Jun 10, 2024

Five Seasons Family Sports Club is offering members a variety of activities along with ensuring safety at all of its locations this summer.

Two new leaders join Corporex to propel ongoing initiatives and growth

Link NKY Jun 4, 2024

Corporex recently hired Rob Deines as Senior Vice President of the Central Business Group and Andrew Vecellio as Director of Development.

NKY Chamber honors Corporex founder Bill Butler with Community Award, citing service, philanthropy

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Jun 1, 2024

The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce presented Bill Butler with the NKY Community Award at its monthly Eggs ‘N Issues event.

Corporex and ArtWorks partner to bring vibrant murals to Ovation

Link NKY May 7, 2024

Corporex, the Covington-based real estate investment firm behind the $1 billion Ovation project in Newport, is partnering with ArtWorks on two large murals

Corporex Cos. partnering with ArtWorks to bring murals to new hotel

Cincinnati Business Courier May 3, 2024

One of the Tri-State’s largest real estate investment firms is partnering with ArtsWorks to bring two large-scale murals to a soon-to-open hotel.

Corporex founder Bill Butler to receive honorary doctorate from NKU

Link NKY May 2, 2024

Bill Butler, a well-known local developer, will receive an honorary doctorate in education from Northern Kentucky University this Sunday.

Corporex, Artworks collaborate on breathtaking murals at Ovation to adorn city skyline

The Northern Kentucky Tribune May 2, 2024

Corporex, is partnering with ArtWorks, a nonprofit creating community-based public art and career opportunities for artists of all ages

Bringing art to the masses at Ovation

Spectrum News Ohio May 1, 2024

Corporex and Artworks are collaborating, supporting local artist and developing beautiful murals at Ovation.

Northern Kentucky business teams up with Artworks for 2 new murals

WCPO May 1, 2024

Two new murals are almost complete in Newport. Corporex teamed up with the nonprofit Artworks for the project.

NKY river cities embark on future of Riverfront Commons

Cincinnati Business Courier Apr 11, 2024

Northern Kentucky cities are building a thread of multi-use paths connecting riverfront real-estate developments valued at $5 billion.

‘Once-in-a-generation’ development coming to Northern Kentucky’s ‘$5B riverfront mile’

Link NKY Apr 5, 2024

Construction is booming along Northern Kentucky’s riverfront.

Boardwalk Residences at Ovation nearing completion in Newport | Going Up

Cincinnati Enquirer Apr 3, 2024

In Newport, construction is nearing completion on two of the three buildings that comprise the Boardwalk Residences at Ovation luxury condominiums

'Once-in-a-generation' development coming to Northern Kentucky's '$5B riverfront mile'

WCPO Apr 3, 2024

Developments are capitalizing on a high-demand for neighborhoods where people can live, work and play all in the same space

Live, Work and Play in Corporex’s Newest Multiuse Development

Livability Mar 19, 2024

Corporex Companies is developing a 25-acre, mixed-use community called Ovation in Newport, across the river from Cincinnati.

Construction: Northern Kentucky’s $5 Billion Mile

The Lane Report Mar 13, 2024

Northern Kentucky’s Cincinnati-facing urban riverfront has begun one of the densest concentrations of construction action in the country.

Mind Your Business, NKY! Podcast

Link NKY Mar 4, 2024

For the second half of the show, Kenton talks to Corporex Director of Sales and Leasing Brett Lowery about CirclePort and Ovation.

Massive riverfront development project is taking shape in Newport

Spectrum News Ohio Feb 19, 2024

A complete transformation of the riverfront in Newport is well underway as the next milestones in the Ovation project will happen this year.

Corporex’s CirclePort revamp: A mixed-use hub for new workers

Link NKY Feb 17, 2024

With land cleared and plans unveiled, a new era is just around the corner for CirclePort — one of the largest commercial real estate developments in NKY.

Newport’s General James Taylor Park plans $17M upgrade

Link NKY Feb 9, 2024

Preliminary design work has begun on General James Taylor Park in Newport, which could see $17 million worth of improvements starting this summer.

Tips for family fitness

Fox 19 Jan 26, 2024

Kirk Willig, Head Personal Trainer, Five Seasons Family Sports Clubs shares tips for family fitness.

Economic Outlook: Economic Development — Despite a Continued Tight Labor Market, Experts Optimistic for the Coming Year

The Lane Report Jan 22, 2024

Lee Crume spotlighted achievements of 2023 while looking ahead to 2024.

Jump into January with Pickleball at Five Seasons Family Sports Clubs

Fox 19 Jan 19, 2024

Five Seasons has 56 indoor courts between the 4 locations.

Here are the top Greater Cincinnati developments to watch in 2024

Cincinnati Enquirer Jan 16, 2024

Corporex's 25-acre mixed-use development along the Ohio and Licking Rivers will be one step closer to completion with the soon-to-open Boardwalk Residences

NKY-based Corporex reflects on 2023 real estate portfolio and looks ahead to its 2024 projects

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Jan 14, 2024

As the new year begins to take shape, Corporex...recaps some of the major real estate achievements from 2023.

Northern Kentucky condos with Cincinnati skyline views near completion

Local 12 Jan 2, 2024

"The demand in sales and flurry of activity that we’ve seen surrounding the Boardwalk Residences showcases how enthusiastic buyers are about the location."

5 Health Benefits of Playing Tennis

Fox 19 Jan 2, 2024

New Year, New You Series with Experts from Five Seasons. Improve your overall stress and more with Tennis, beginner classes are available to all ages.

Work on two of Corporex's Boardwalk Residences condos nears completion

Cincinnati Business Courier Jan 2, 2024

Two of the Boardwalk Residences buildings are 80% sold, and the final building is 13% sold after sales for available inventory opened in September.

Corporex unveils new photos of Ovation progress

Link NKY Dec 22, 2023

80% of the available housing inventory has sold in two of the three condominiums that make up The Boardwalk Residences.

Adult swim classes available in the Tri-State

Fox 19 Dec 13, 2023

British Swim School lessons for adults are available at Five Seasons Family Sports Club locations in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

Our Rich History: The story of intercollegiate tennis at Thomas More College/University

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Nov 20, 2023

Everything changed with the opening of the Five Seasons Family Sports Club in 1987 when the interest increased consistently with the improved facilities.

Jeff Eagle joins Corporex

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Oct 23, 2023

"Jeff brings a proven track record in the multifamily, mixed-used, hospitality and financial sectors, making him a valuable asset and team member."

Corporex hires construction vet to oversee local projects Circleport and Ovation

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 17, 2023

Corporex Cos. announced Oct. 12 it has hired Jeff Eagle as senior vice president of design and construction.

Corporex announces contractor partnership for $26M OneNKY Center

Local 12 Oct 14, 2023

Hemmer Construction Co., the construction arm of Paul Hemmer Co., is partnering with Corporex Cos. as the general contractor for OneNKY Center.

Steamboat graduate returns home, takes leadership role with Alpine Master Builders

Steamboat Pilot & Today Oct 13, 2023

Hemmer Construction Company and Corporex Partner to begin construction of OneNKY Center

The Lane Report Oct 12, 2023

Located at the gateway to Northern Kentucky at the foot of the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, construction on the OneNKY Center has begun.

Corporex Cos. names general contractor partner for $26M OneNKY Center

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 12, 2023

Hemmer Construction Co., the construction arm of Paul Hemmer Co., is partnering with Corporex Cos. as the general contractor for OneNKY Center.

Dayton's Five Seasons Family Sports Club unveils renovations during free community day

WKEF Sep 16, 2023

The club celebrated the day by showcasing investments its made toward renovations and upgrades to the club.

Corporex opens condo sales, shares new floor plans for third Boardwalk Residence building

Link NKY Sep 11, 2023

The building is part of the Boardwalk Residences — a collection of three condominium buildings that offer views of the Cincinnati skyline.

Corporex unveils expanded condo floorplans at $1 billion Ovation in Newport

Cincinnati Business Courier Sep 11, 2023

Corporex Cos. is rolling out sales for its final luxury residences at the Ovation development as demand for the riverfront properties continues to rise.

Corporex opens home sales on third Boardwalk residences at Ovation, new plans, river views

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Sep 10, 2023

Seven new floor plans are available for prospective buyers in the third building that range from 1,800 sq.ft. to 3,600+ sq.ft.

Governor, local officials join in groundbreaking for OneNKY Center, another William Butler ‘vision’

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Aug 31, 2023

OneNKY Center in Covington breaks ground

The Lane Report Aug 30, 2023

Gov. Andy Beshear, Northern Kentucky officials hold groundbreaking for $26 million OneNKY Center

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 30, 2023

Beshear in Covington for OneNKY Center groundbreaking

Link NKY Aug 30, 2023

OneNKY Center to rise at the foot of the Roebling Bridge | Going Up

Cincinnati Enquirer Aug 29, 2023

The OneNKY Center, a 45,000-square-foot office building owned by the Northern Kentucky Port Authority, broke ground.

Corporex Cos. opens Ovation office building in Newport

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 29, 2023

Celebrating on Aug. 24 the grand opening of its office building – the first newly constructed Class A office building in Cincinnati’s urban core since 2016

St. Elizabeth signs lease at Ovation's spec office building, bringing it to over 50% occupancy

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 29, 2023

St. Elizabeth Physicians has signed a lease for the second floor of the building... alongside anchor tenant MegaCorp, which is occupying the top two floors

Corporex celebrates grand opening for Ovation office building in Newport, new Class A office space

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Aug 26, 2023

MegaCorp Logistics and St. Elizabeth Physicians are two of the first tenants in the new building and their representatives were on hand for the celebration

New Ovation development site welcomes several tenants, including St. Elizabeth Physicians

Local 12 Aug 25, 2023

The ribbon has been cut on a new office building at the Ovation development site in Newport.

Ovation office building unveiled, St. E signs 20-year lease on second floor

Link NKY Aug 25, 2023

The five-story, 100,000-square-foot office building in Newport is part of Ovation — a $1 billion mixed-use riverfront development located on 200 W. 3rd St.

IBJ Podcast: Sam Schmidt on his paralysis journey, basing national clinic expansion in Indy

IBJ Aug 21, 2023

Conquer Paralysis Now, will be moving its headquarters from Las Vegas to the former home of Five Seasons Family Sports Club on 96th Street.

Conquer Paralysis Now breaks ground on Carmel center: ‘There is nothing like it in the entire United States’

Current Aug 14, 2023

“It’s an honor to bring this facility to Indianapolis. There is nothing like it in the entire United States,” Sam Schmidt said.

Former race car driver Sam Schmidt to turn Five Seasons into neurorehabilitation center

IndyStar Aug 10, 2023

(The former Five Seasons building) on the Indianapolis border will gain new life as a hub for rehabilitation for people with neurological injuries.

Ovation development continues to grow in Newport

Fox 19 Jul 19, 2023

Two of the three condo buildings are under construction. Already 70% of those condos have been sold.

Sweat Birds Are Making Cool Ski Towns Hot Summer Destinations

Barron's Jun 12, 2023

Sweat Birds Are Making Cool Ski Towns Hot Summer Destinations

Mansion Global Jun 11, 2023

NKY fitness center hosts free community days

Fox 19 May 30, 2023

Kids are sliding into summer break at Five Seasons Family Sports Club in Crestview Hills.

Ovation Time Capsule event and pedestrian bridge ribbon cutting ceremony

The Lane Report May 10, 2023

A ribbon cutting and time capsule ceremony celebrated the connection of the two major development sections of Ovation.

Corporex fills time capsule to celebrate $1 billion dollar riverfront development, Ovation

Cincinnati Business Courier May 10, 2023

Corporex celebrated the progress of its long-term project, Ovation, with a time capsule filled with NKY and Cincinnati relics.

Ovation’s pedestrian bridge dedication is ‘small step toward big outcome’ for transformational project

The Northern Kentucky Tribune May 10, 2023

The sun shone bright on Corporex’s first-of-a-kind ribbon-cutting on a pedestrian bridge that connects two parts of the massive multi-use development.

Newport celebrating Ovation Pedestrian Bridge completion in special way

Fox 19 May 9, 2023

The Ovation Pedestrian Bridge is complete and the city is celebrating in a special way.

Coming Soon to a County Near You

Northern Kentucky Business Journal May 8, 2023

Newport has several projects underway that seek to revolutionize its riverfront setting, Newport on the Levee and $1 billion mixed-use development Ovation.

Celebrating transformation of Licking/Ohio riverfront in Newport: Ovation time capsule and ribbon-cutting

The Northern Kentucky Tribune May 4, 2023

Time capsule marks a monumental milestone, a bridging intended not only to connect people across the river, but that will show connectivity of community.

A Standing Ovation in Newport

Cincinnati Magazine Apr 27, 2023

A shiny new place to live, work, and play is coming to Newport’s riverfront.

Ovation project in Newport is coming right along

Spectrum News Ohio Apr 26, 2023

“Ovation is growing by the day.”

Samaritan Car Care Clinic celebrates official ribbon-cutting at unique vehicle repair shop in Covington

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Apr 24, 2023

SCCC is a one-of-a-kind non-profit vehicle repair shop in NKY dedicated to addressing transportation barriers to self-sufficiency in the community.

Samaritan Car Care Clinic unveils new Covington garage

Link NKY Apr 19, 2023

The land to build the facility was donated by Corporex while the construction was financed by The Catalytic Fund.

NKY car care clinic expands its reach: 'Help us help the next single mom'

Cincinnati Enquirer Apr 17, 2023

"There is no other outlet [in NKY] to address transportation barriers. So, there's no one else trying to do this on a nonprofit basis," Kintner said.

Five Seasons Sports Club to host children’s summer camps

Link NKY Apr 9, 2023

The Five Seasons Sports Club in Crestview Hills has a variety of children’s summer programs scheduled from the end of May to the beginning of August.

The future Blue Ash of NKY: Soon you'll be able to live, work, and go out in a new city near CVG

Cincinnati Enquirer Apr 3, 2023

CirclePort, an office park off Mineola Pike, will be expanded and re-imagined over the next decade as a new destination neighborhood for Northern Kentucky.

A Standing Ovation

Cincinnati Magazine Apr 1, 2023

A shiny new place to live, work, and play is coming to Newport's riverfront.

Northern Kentucky is the focus of Cincinnati Magazine's April Issue

Fox 19 Mar 31, 2023

Just south of the river lies a land of opportunity, great things to eat and do, and people giving back to their community.

Developers use Fortnite video game technology to bring Newport's Ovation project to life

WCPO Mar 28, 2023

As construction goes vertical on Newport's long-awaited Ovation project, its developers and architects are using the technology behind a popular video game

Corporex using 3D technology to showcase $1 billion Ovation development

Cincinnati Business Courier Mar 24, 2023

Corporex Cos. is using 3D creation tool Unreal Engine to virtually recreate its $1 billion, 25-acre development Ovation.

Best in Cincy Business 2023

Cincy Magazine Mar 23, 2023

Corporex named Best Commercial Real Estate Developer

Bigger, Better, Booming

Livability Magazine Mar 16, 2023

One highly visible project is Ovation, which is taking center stage in Campbell County.

The Best of Riverfront Living Is Coming to Newport, KY

Livability Magazine Mar 16, 2023

Ovation – The 25-acre development sits along the Ohio and Licking rivers with the best, unobstructed views of downtown Cincinnati.

Corporex expands its executive team with two new hires, Douglas Swain and Christopher Haacke

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Mar 2, 2023

Corporex has hired two new executives: Douglas Swain as Chief Development Officer and Christopher Haacke as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

Corporex taps new executive to oversee development

Cincinnati Business Courier Mar 1, 2023

One of Greater Cincinnati’s largest real estate developers has hired a new member of its C-suite to oversee its development pipeline, Douglas Swain.

Five Seasons – Kindervelt Pickleball Tournament and Online Auction this weekend

Fox 19 Feb 22, 2023

The first Annual Kindervelt Pickleball Tournament taking place Saturday, February 25th, at Five Seasons Family Sports Club on Snider Road

Construction at Homewood Suites Hotel, Boardwalk Residences well underway as Ovation progresses

Link NKY Feb 15, 2023

Corporex anticipates construction on the office building and hotel will be finished in the second half of 2023.

Corporex names Christopher Haacke senior vice president of sales

Cincinnati Business Courier Feb 14, 2023

One of Greater Cincinnati’s largest commercial real estate developers has appointed a new senior leader to oversee a key division of the firm.

Newport's Ovation sees movement on hotel construction, condo sales

Cincinnati Business Courier Feb 10, 2023

Corporex is constructing a Homewood Suites by Hilton next to Ovation’s first office building. The five-story hotel will be packed with 133 guest rooms...

Corporex is underway on parking garage, plans office bldg.

Colorado Real Estate Journal Feb 1, 2023

Corporex is developing a 660-car structured parking garage at the intersection of East Colfax avenue and Xanadu Street.

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Cincinnati Enquirer Jan 17, 2023

#9. Ovation in Newport, KY and #10. Circleport in Erlanger, KY

Northern Kentucky real estate developments to keep an eye on in 2023

Link NKY Jan 9, 2023

No matter how you look at it, Ovation is one of the premier real estate developments in Northern Kentucky at the moment.

Economic Outlook 2023: Commercial Real Estate

The Lane Report Jan 4, 2023

“On a scale of 1-10, we expect the Kentucky/U.S. economy in 2023 to be at a 6 to a 7," said Bill Butler.

Corporex reshapes CirclePort as mixed use development, supports continued growth in NKY

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Dec 2, 2022

There are nearly 200 acres of land Corporex is working with Boone County to rezone for build-to-suit opportunities within the CirclePort development.

Corporex to transform CirclePort into mixed-use development

Link NKY Dec 1, 2022

The construction plans for CirclePort include a new retail plaza, which will be dubbed The Point at CirclePort.

Corporex to convert Boone County's CirclePort into mixed-use development

Cincinnati Business Courier Dec 1, 2022

Plans are either underway or pending county approval for additions such as a new retail plaza and apartments.

Northern Kentucky pickleball tournament to help families in need this holiday season

WCPO Nov 27, 2022

Five Season's Family Sports Club held the Gobble Games on Sunday. The pickleball tournament is giving a portion of its proceeds back to the community.

Things to do in Cincinnati on Thanksgiving week

Cincinnati Enquirer Nov 20, 2022

Cincinnati Enquirer highlights Five Seasons Thanksgiving pickleball tournament.

Answers in Genesis, group behind Creation Museum, Ark Encounter, buys former Toyota HQ for $31 million

Cincinnati Business Courier Nov 18, 2022

The group plans to use the building as its headquarters and an educational hub for its global teaching and training outreaches.

Tri-State sports club erects dome to keep outdoor pool open year-round

Fox 19 Nov 16, 2022

Five Seasons Family Sports Club Outdoor Pool Uses Dome; Stays Open Year Round

Corporex officials share Ovation construction update

Spectrum News Ohio Oct 8, 2022

It’s a construction site now, but officials with Corporex Companies say the 25 acre Ovation space is working its way to a mixed use development.

Corporex names Brett Blackwell CFO, expands leadership team

Cincinnati Business Courier Sep 20, 2022

Corporex has named its first-ever chief financial officer, Brett Blackwell and also added two professionals to the Ovation team.

Build, Gain Tennis Skills at Five Seasons Cincinnati

Cincinnati Family Jul 20, 2022

Stepping onto the tennis courts at Five Seasons Cincinnati gave me and my kids an all-new prospective for this fun, high-energy sport.

Young female engineer helps lead billion-dollar project

Spectrum News Ohio Jul 20, 2022

One of the biggest construction projects along the Ohio River is showcasing the talents of a 27-year-old female engineer from Cincinnati.

Northern kentucky top commercial developments

Cincinnati Enquirer Jul 12, 2022

Mom Report: A Five Seasons Experience

Cincinnati Family Jun 29, 2022

Summertime is sweet but also challenging for us parents trying to create the right summer flow for our kids and ourselves.

Ovation isn't just a music venue. Here's a look at the complete Newport development

WVXU Jun 21, 2022

Directly across the river from Cincinnati’s Central Business District, the city of Newport is in the middle of a massive construction project.

Construction has started on Homewood Suites, a 132-room hotel, part of Corporex’s Ovation project

The Northern Kentucky Tribune May 19, 2022

Corporex, a national commercial development and investment firm based in Covington, has begun construction on the Homewood Suites.

Corporex Signs Logistics Firm to Office Lease at Ovation Office Building in Newport, Kentucky

REBusinessOnline May 12, 2022

Corporex has signed MegaCorp Logistics, a transportation freight and logistics firm based in Wilmington, N.C., to an office lease at Ovation.

Corporex lands anchor tenant for Ovation office building

Cincinnati Business Courier May 11, 2022

The speculative, 100,000-square-foot office building under construction at Ovation has an anchor tenant.

Newport’s Ovation adds anchor tenant in trucking logistics firm MegaCorp

Link NKY May 11, 2022

Covington-based Corporex has landed an anchor tenant for its billion-dollar Ovation mixed-use development in Newport.

Corporex lands anchor tenant for Ovation office building

Cincinnati Business Courier May 11, 2022

The speculative, 100,000-square-foot office building under construction at Ovation has an anchor tenant.

Corporex to build 134-room hotel at $150 million Kenwood development

Cincinnati Business Courier Apr 28, 2022

Corporex hires new marketing director

Link NKY Apr 7, 2022

Corporex, a Covington-based private investment firm, has officially hired Suzanne Deatherage as the organization’s new marketing director.

Northern Kentucky Market Review 2022-2023 Flipbook

The Lane Report Apr 5, 2022

COVER STORY: Reinventing Northern Kentucky’s riverfront real estate

The Lane Report Apr 5, 2022

Once-in-a-lifetime projects adding to region’s already robust economy.

NKY real estate sector bolstered by small-town charm, urban allure

The Lane Report Apr 5, 2022

Ovation project bringing luxury living and more to Newport

Spectrum News 1 Mar 8, 2022

Heather Harris calls herself a Boomerang Cincinnati girl, having spent some time away from the area before returning.

Corporex unveils plans for Newport $1billion Ovation, 25-acres with residences, office space, retail, more

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Feb 23, 2022

The Ovation Project – a $1 billion, 25-acre project – was unveiled to media and VIPs Tuesday afternoon at the Ovation Experience Center in Newport.

Ovation on the River: $1B project in Newport begins to take shape

Cincinnati Enquirer Feb 22, 2022

The wondering and waiting are over as developers of the Ovation on the River release new images and videos of the $1-billion project.

Ovation developer opens ‘experience center’ to show off $1 billion project: PHOTOS

Cincinnati Business Courier Feb 22, 2022

Ovation in Newport: New grocery, spa and luxury condos could be part of next phase of development

Cincinnati Enquirer Feb 20, 2022

The developers behind the $1 billion, 25-acre Ovation project in Newport have released new images for the next phase of construction.

Construction set to begin on next phase of $1B Ovation project in Newport

Cincinnati Enquirer Dec 14, 2021

The next phase of the Ovation development in Newport is poised to transform the face of the city with new bars, restaurants and commercial spaces.

On heels of strong year, Corporex restructures leadership team, ready for stronger growth ahead

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Dec 8, 2021

Corporex adds former CEO of nation’s largest crane company to board

Cincinnati Business Courier Nov 5, 2021

Corporex has appointed Bryan Carlisle, the former CEO of Maxim Crane Works LP, to the organization’s board of directors.

Luxury residences coming to Ovation riverfront

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 7, 2021

Cincinnati Business Courier digs into the upcoming second phase at Ovation.

Luxury residences coming to Ovation riverfront

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 7, 2021

The developer of the $1 billion Ovation development in Newport, is making its push on the next portion of the project — luxury for-sale residences.

Final orange beam put in place on Ovation’s 100k sq. ft. office building in Newport, new era underway

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Oct 6, 2021

The final steel beam was raised on the Class A Office Building at Ovation, a 100,000 square foot building featuring plaza level retail.

Review: Ovation is a great place to see a concert, especially this one

Cincinnati Enquirer Aug 30, 2021

If the goal was to break in the new music venue on a celebratory note, it’s hard to think of a better booking than Kesha.

Ovation project taking shape on Northern Kentucky riverfront

The Lane Report Aug 18, 2021

Construction of the steel structure began Wednesday for one of the final buildings in Phase II of the Ovation project on the riverfront in Northern KY.

Corporex to invest more than $180M in 18 months at Ovation project: SLIDESHOW

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 11, 2021

'Reengage the river': Northern Kentucky cities reinvent their Ohio River shores

Cincinnati Enquirer Jul 7, 2021

For Ed Winterberg, this was more than a party. It meant regional leaders’ long-term visions for the riverfront are coming to fruition.

Covington Plaza reimagines the riverfront, opens Friday

WCPO Jun 16, 2021

A major transformation on Covington’s riverfront is now complete, making the area more walkable and accessible.

Offices May Not Be The Same When We Return

WVXU Jun 1, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions ease, many of us are returning to our old offices for the first time in ages.

Ovation site construction continues in Newport including new flood wall

Fox 19 May 26, 2021

If you’ve been to Newport lately you may have noticed construction between the river and the new concert venue, Ovation.

PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation: Lady A, The Struts coming this fall

Cincinnati Enquirer May 14, 2021

Artists like Lady A and The Struts are coming to town at the newly completed PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation in Newport.

Take a first look at Newport's Pavilion at Ovation music venue

WCPO May 13, 2021

PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation, Newport’s brand-new indoor-outdoor music venue, will announce its first 10 shows on Friday.

Why this local college sold its long-term home and where it's headed

Cincinnati Business Courier Apr 30, 2021

Ready to rock whenever the world is ready

Apr 29, 2021

The PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation is nearly ready to open. When it is safe to do so, it will change the music scene in the region.

Northern Kentucky Tri-ED announces Tom Banta is New Chair of Board of Directors

The Lane Report Apr 7, 2021

New music venue reveals murals spearheaded by Blink producer: PHOTOS

Cincinnati Business Courier Mar 31, 2021

AGAR, the co-producer of the Blink visual arts festival, is installing a series of murals at PromoWest Pavilion at Ovation, the new music venue in Newport.

Butler, Verst fund $1 million Boy Scouts lodge in NKY

The Lane Report Mar 23, 2021

NKY company expands with second Cincinnati location, plans to add 70 new jobs

Cincinnati Business Courier Feb 22, 2021

A Northern Kentucky company is expanding its presence in the Tri-State with a new campus location in Walnut Hills.

NKY economy growing overall despite pandemic

WCPO Jan 30, 2021

Crews to install pedestrian bridge in Newport

Jan 10, 2021

Construction crews from Corporex and Prus Construction companies began installing a pedestrian bridge in Newport on Saturday.

Dueling music venues nearing completion in Cincinnati, Newport

Cincinnati Business Courier Dec 16, 2020

Both of the indoor/outdoor music venues that are under construction near the Ohio River are expected to be completed soon.

Protective Life Corp. to relocate regional office to Covington

The Lane Report Dec 10, 2020

Kentucky’s efforts to attract and create better-paying jobs statewide took a major step forward today.

Life insurer moving Cincinnati operations across the river

Cincinnati Business Courier Dec 10, 2020

A life insurer with a large and growing Cincinnati office is moving its operations across the Ohio River.

Corporex adds 3 commercial real estate veterans

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 20, 2020

Corporex Cos., one of the largest commercial real estate companies in Greater Cincinnati, has added three industry veterans to its team.

EXCLUSIVE: Corporex moving forward on next $45 million piece of Ovation

Cincinnati Business Courier Jun 1, 2020

Corporex, the master developer of Ovation in Newport, is moving forward with the next phases of development of the riverfront property.

Get a look inside $50M high-rise apartments, and see how they are leasing during a pandemic: PHOTOS

Cincinnati Business Courier May 5, 2020

When Corporex Cos. LLC started work transforming 290,000 square feet of class A office space into luxury apartments.

Renting, buying homes hasn't stopped across the Tri-State -- even during a pandemic

WCPO May 4, 2020

When nurse Dora Green moved back home to Greater Cincinnati, she moved so she could help her mom.

First residents move into Madison Place Apartments on Covington riverfront; take virtual tour of choices

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Apr 26, 2020

Multimillion dollar emergency fund set up to support NKY

The Lane Report Mar 24, 2020

Gentis Solutions to invest $2.7M in Covington HQ; 80 jobs

The Lane Report Feb 28, 2020

Pennsylvania-based Gentis Solutions plans to establish its new corporate headquarters in Covington, Ky. and create 80 well-paying.

STEP CG to Add 83 Jobs with Expansion of Covington HQ

Feb 27, 2020

Gov. Andy Beshear today announced technology engineering firm STEP CG, LLC plans to expand its headquarters in Kenton County into new office space.

Northern Kentucky creating livable communities

The Lane Report Feb 4, 2020

Northern Kentucky Market Review: Vibrant Growth

The Lane Report Jan 21, 2020

Quaint downtowns bustling with development. Prominent universities and a successful community college system.

New Corporex CEO seeks team that can build on founder’s legacy

Cincinnati Business Courier Nov 19, 2019

Dan Sink has some big shoes to fill.

Hyatt Regency Donates $250,000 to the CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Oct 23, 2019

Foundation funds go to medical campus partners to support patient care, research and education.

Blink marks region’s largest-ever event

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 16, 2019

The 2019 Blink light, art and culture celebration brought the largest-ever crowd to a single event in Greater Cincinnati’s history.

BLINK: More ways to plan your experience –parade, VIP tickets, official stuff, daytime programs

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Oct 6, 2019

BLINK’s inaugural four-night event in October 2017 spanned 20 blocks and was experienced by more than one million visitors.

Opinion: Newport music venue moving forward

Cincinnati Enquirer Oct 3, 2019

Corporex provides funds for Cincinnati youth soccer organization to go national

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 3, 2019

Corporex Capital is forming a partnership to provide financial backing to one of Greater Cincinnati’s largest youth soccer organizations.

NKY groups craft plan to bring regional growth organizations under one roof

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 2, 2019

Corporex announces new partnership in restaurant management group

The Lane Report Aug 30, 2019

Two renowned Covington chefs join restaurant management group

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 30, 2019

Two renowned Covington chefs are joining a restaurant management group that operates three venues on the Plaza of RiverCenter in Northern Kentucky.

Crews set to begin work on Covington riverfront 'crown jewel,' with new trail, amphitheater

WCPO Aug 27, 2019

Northern Kentucky's largest city is about to trade in mud and river debris for a new mixed-use trail, amphitheater and kayak entry point.

Phase 1 of Ovation project underway in Newport, with music venue, parking garage under construction

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Aug 20, 2019

Rich and Lisa Boehne, Bill and Sue Butler each make $1million gifts to NKU’s LIFT Scholars program

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Aug 12, 2019

Northern Kentucky University announces a new LIFT Scholars Program, created from $2 million in gifts to support the university’s Further, Faster Campaign.

NKU receives largest-ever combined gift

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 12, 2019

Northern Kentucky University received $2 million from some of the biggest names in Cincinnati business, making up its largest-ever combined gift.

Another milestone for NKY's Riverfront Commons project

WCPO Jul 27, 2019

Construction to begin next month on riverfront amphitheater, pier in Covington

WLWT 5 Cincinnati Jul 24, 2019

Construction set to begin next month that will transform Covington's riverfront, adding a music amphitheater and pier to the Cincinnati skyline by 2020.

'Things are happening fast.' Construction underway on Newport concert venue

Cincinnati Enquirer Jul 16, 2019

After more than a decade of planning, developers have begun the first phase of construction on the new concert venue.

BLINK has big plans for Northern Kentucky in 2019

WLWT 5 Cincinnati Jul 11, 2019

BLINK is growing into Northern Kentucky. The light festival that brought crowds to downtown and Over-the-Rhine will spill into Covington this fall.

Here's what Blink will be like in Northern Kentucky for 2019

Cincinnati Enquirer Jul 11, 2019

Blink is returning to Cincinnati Oct. 10-13. And it's going to be bigger than before, now expanding into Northern Kentucky.

EXCLUSIVE: Corporex names next CEO

Cincinnati Business Courier Jun 18, 2019

Corporex Cos. LLC, the Covington-based commercial real estate development company, has named its new chief executive officer who will replace Bill Butler.

Check out what's planned as part of the development that includes Newport's new concert venue

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Imagine Newport with bustling shops, busy restaurants, a riverfront park and top band performances on spring or summer nights.

Curtain rises on $1 billion Ovation project

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$40M music venue will be built on riverfront in Newport

The Lane Report May 10, 2019

Corporex Companies and AEG Presents/Promo West announced Thursday that they have reached agreement for Corporex to construct a world class music venue.

AEG Presents Teams Up with Corporex Companies For New $40 Million Venue in Kentucky

May 10, 2019

AEG Presents/Promo West has announced an agreement with Corporex Companies for Corporex to construct a world class music venue on a riverfront site.

Who is the man behind AEG/PromoWest?

Cincinnati Enquirer May 9, 2019

Back in 2015, The Enquirer wanted to learn more about Scott Stienecker, the president of the company that had just bought Bunbury Music Festival.

$40 million music venue to jumpstart Ovation (Video)

Cincinnati Business Courier May 9, 2019

A music venue near the banks of the Ohio River will kick off the development of the long-stalled Ovation project in Newport.

Major announcement coming for Newport's long-vacant Ovation site

WCPO May 7, 2019

Speaking to Newport City Commissioners in November, Corporex representatives pitched a $1 billion plan for the future of its 35 long-vacant acres.

EXCLUSIVE: Corporex invests more than $50M to create luxury riverfront apartments

Cincinnati Business Courier May 1, 2019

Corporex Cos. LLC has started work on converting 290,000 square feet of office space in Covington into a luxury, boutique apartment community.

Northern Kentucky commercial and residential markets are vibrant

The Lane Report Mar 6, 2019

Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati’s real estate landscape is most notable for its affordability compared to the rest of the urban U.S. market.

Deloitte Cincinnati 100: Who's on 2018 list of region's top private firms? Here's the list

Cincinnati Enquirer Nov 11, 2018

The Cincinnati region's largest privately-held companies range from local food icons to construction companies to manufacturers of industrial equipment.

Lane One-on-One: Remaking a Company, Region or State Takes Unity, Clear Goals, Then the Plan

The Lane Report Oct 3, 2018

Northern Kentucky developer Bill Butler is reinventing Corporex for the next 50 years and urging community to push for higher-paying jobs.

One of Greater Cincinnati’s largest logistics firms moving HQ

Cincinnati Business Courier Sep 27, 2018

One of the largest logistics firms in Greater Cincinnati is moving its headquarters to Covington.

New jobs coming to Covington riverfront

The Lane Report Sep 25, 2018

About 90 good-paying jobs are coming to the Covington riverfront as part of two separate business announcements.

Covington Business Council’s annual event, ‘A Celebration of Covington,’ will honor Thomas Banta

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Jul 18, 2018

The Covington Business Council will present ‘A Celebration of Covington’ at its annual meeting on August 2 and will honor Thomas Banta of Corporex.

Corporex CEO: Now is Denver's 'time to shine'

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"I don't think there's any end to growth in Denver," says Bill Butler.

EXCLUSIVE: Toyota sells former NKY headquarters (Video)

Cincinnati Business Courier Feb 14, 2018

Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing North America Inc. has sold its Erlanger headquarters.

NKyMR18: Busy region is ready for further increase in leasing and sale action

The Lane Report Feb 5, 2018

Northern Kentucky’s real estate scene offers low costs and a deep variety of available properties from rural to urban.

Butlers Pantry, at Covington's RiverCenter, is not your typical one-stop snack shop

WCPO Nov 4, 2017

It's 9 a.m. on a Thursday, and Bill Butler is already scouting out the macarons.

New Covington restaurant serves breakfast, burgers and everything in-between Biscuits to Burgers.

WCPO Oct 31, 2017

A new restaurant concept opening in Covington will feature an all-day menu.

Biscuits and burgers restaurant opening soon at RiverCenter

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 24, 2017

The third of six new venues coming to RiverCenter in Covington has set its opening date.

CTI opens new $36.4M headquarters in Covington

The Lane Report Oct 24, 2017

What are the biggest private businesses in Cincy? Here's the list for 2017

Cincinnati Enquirer Oct 8, 2017

Northern Ky. business, community leaders launch new regional philanthropic foundation

The Lane Report Aug 14, 2017

Over 250 Northern Ky. business, civic and non-profit leaders celebrated the launch of a new community foundation that will fund key community needs.

Northern Kentucky real estate scene is seeing audacious builds and rising home prices

The Lane Report Feb 3, 2017

Corporex still working on Ovation

Cincinnati Business Courier Dec 8, 2016

On hold since 2008, Corporex continues to work on plans for its Newport riverfront development, Ovation.

See which companies are on the '16 Deloitte 100

Cincinnati Enquirer Nov 26, 2016

Here are the companies that made this year's Deloitte Cincinnati USA 100 list.

Chamber to honor four as Great Living Cincinnatians

Cincinnati Enquirer Nov 20, 2016

The Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber today announced the 2017 class of Great Living Cincinnatians.

Corporex buys nearly 3 acres for massive riverfront development

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 17, 2016

Fast-growing Greater Cincinnati firm to move HQ Email Print Order Reprints

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 17, 2016

Developer puts some of Cincinnati’s most expensive condos on sale

Cincinnati Business Courier Aug 10, 2016

RiverCenter plans change to lure more businesses

Cincinnati Business Courier Mar 25, 2016

Covington’s first skyscrapers are searching for tenants, and its owner has a plan to bring them in.

FIRST LOOK: St. Elizabeth to expand, rename METS Center

Cincinnati Business Courier Mar 15, 2016

St. Elizabeth Healthcare will begin a multimillion-dollar expansion of the METS Center on Wednesday.

The Ascent: Visionary developer, Bill Butler, sees a ‘community’s spirit’ in special piece of architecture

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Feb 28, 2016

Chase law school move to Covington feasible

Cincinnati Enquirer Feb 25, 2016

Governor heralds new river trail

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Corporex hits refresh on RiverCenter

Cincinnati Business Courier Oct 13, 2015

Covington gets $5.4M to transform riverfront

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Room Request! Denver Art Hotel

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ART Hotel: Equal Parts Swanky Digs and Captivating, Curated Art

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Executive Chef Jakubiec brings restaurant to ART Hotel

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Denver’s The Art hotel books big-name artists to fill its walls

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As Corporex turns 50, Bill Butler hits reset button, as he makes a plan for ‘The Reconstituted Enterprise’

The Northern Kentucky Tribune Mar 16, 2015

Like his father Robert, a plumbing contractor, Bill Butler went into business for himself when he was 22.

Bill Butler's No. 1 project outside Corporex to open next week

Cincinnati Business Courier Nov 11, 2014

Bill Butler, the head of Corporex Cos., is completing his first outside project since he announced plans to step away from leading the business.

Downtown Denver hotels are setting occupancy records

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A Dozen Abuzz: 12 Anticipated Openings in Denver

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The fast-paced redevelopment on the Anschutz Medical Campus and near the Fitzsimons area in Aurora is giving a bounce to the local economy.

Construction on Hyatt Hotel, conference space in original Aurora begins

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Construction on a new, full service Hyatt Hotel and conference center in the Fitzsimons Village has begun.

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At Corporex, Bill Butler makes his move (Video)

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