Covington Hires Economic Developer for Riverfront Revival

A Kentucky city is betting big on its future, and the person tasked with making it happen just started work.

Clint McIntosh joined Covington as its new Revitalization Manager, bringing years of economic development experience to a city ready for transformation. His main focus: turning a 23-acre stretch of riverfront into a thriving destination while revitalizing neighborhood business districts across town.

McIntosh comes to Covington after nearly five years working in economic development for Cincinnati, just across the river. Before that, he worked with a commercial lender and startup incubator, gaining the kind of hands-on experience that helps communities grow sustainably.

His role goes beyond just one big project. McIntosh will work with developers, property owners, and local businesses to activate underutilized properties throughout Covington, with special attention to the Latonia neighborhood's commercial corridors.

"Clint's passion for community development and collaborative approach make him an outstanding addition," said John Sadosky, Covington's acting Economic Development Director. He called the riverfront and Latonia work "a once-in-a-generation opportunity."

The Ripple Effect

Projects like these do more than change skylines. When communities invest in revitalizing downtown areas and neighborhood business districts, local businesses get more foot traffic, property values stabilize, and residents gain gathering spaces that strengthen community bonds.

McIntosh's collaborative approach means working closely with the people who already make Covington special. By involving community stakeholders from the start, revitalization efforts can reflect what residents actually want and need, not just what looks good on paper.

The timing matters too. Cities across America are rethinking how to use waterfront spaces and commercial corridors, moving away from car-centric designs toward walkable destinations where people want to spend time.

McIntosh seems genuinely excited about the work ahead. "I'm incredibly excited to immerse myself in all things Cov," he said, looking forward to collaborating with the people and organizations that make the city unique.

With a Master's degree in Community Planning and an Economic Development Finance Certificate backing his experience, McIntosh brings both credentials and real-world know-how to a city ready to write its next chapter.