The votes are in: CityBeat’s first official Culture Maker of the Week is Frankie Arena.
Arena was nominated by Jacob Alexander because “As the General Manager of Hotel Celare, he is part of bringing new energy, hospitality and visibility to the city, especially as Cincinnati continues to grow as a destination. But what makes Frankie stand out is that his impact goes beyond his job title. He is genuinely involved in the Walnut Hills community, supports local arts and culture, and consistently shows up for organizations and people who are trying to make Cincinnati better.”
Alexander went on to write that, “Whether he is connecting visitors to the city, supporting local artists and events, volunteering with social organizations, or simply being present in the community, Frankie helps make Cincinnati feel more welcoming, creative, and connected. He is the kind of person who brings people together without needing the spotlight. His work in hospitality, his commitment to Walnut Hills, and his support for the arts all reflect what a true culture maker does: he helps create the kind of city people want to live in, visit and be proud of.”
Cincinnati culture doesn’t just happen. It’s built every day by artists, musicians, chefs, organizers, performers, business owners, neighborhood champions and wonderfully weird people who give this city its personality.
That’s why CityBeat is launching Culture Maker of the Week, a new contest celebrating the people who make Greater Cincinnati more vibrant, joyful, thoughtful and alive, whether they’re working center stage or quietly making things happen behind the scenes.
Nominees are submitted by you, and our editors pick the three up for voting. Read about this week’s contenders below, then cast your vote for the person you think deserves the title. Nominate a Culture Maker here!
Stay tuned for the next round of voting!
