Why Sixth City?
The name ‘Sixth City Technologies’ represents more than just a nod to Cleveland’s historical ranking as America’s sixth largest city during its industrial golden age. For us, it embodies the spirit of innovation and resilience that has defined this city for generations. Growing up near Cleveland, we witnessed firsthand both the challenges and the unwavering determination that characterize this region. The ‘Sixth City’ era marked a time when Cleveland stood proudly among America’s most influential urban centers—a manufacturing powerhouse, a cultural hub, and a beacon of opportunity. While the city may have faced economic transitions and population shifts since then, the DNA of innovation remained. From John D. Rockefeller’s Standard Oil to the groundbreaking medical advancements at the Cleveland Clinic, this city has repeatedly proven its ability to reinvent itself and drive progress.
With Sixth City Technologies, LCC. and our digital publishing arm, Sixth City Digital Publishing, we’re honoring that legacy while looking toward Cleveland’s future. Just as the city transformed from industrial giant to a center for healthcare, education, and technology, our company aims to bridge traditional publishing with cutting-edge digital solutions.
The ‘sixth’ in our name also represents what we believe is Cleveland’s next chapter—a renaissance driven by technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship. After five previous incarnations of Cleveland’s economy, from shipping and steel to manufacturing and medicine, we’re now entering the sixth era: digital innovation. When clients see our name, we want them to know they’re working with a company that embodies Midwestern values—hard work, integrity, and practicality—combined with forward-thinking digital expertise. Like Cleveland itself, we’re built on a strong foundation but constantly evolving. Sixth City isn’t just where we’re from—it’s who we are and what we believe in: that with vision and persistence, transformation is always possible