Cincinnati Figures Named to Forbes 400 List
The Mike Brown family and August Troendle were highlighted among the wealthiest individuals in the United States.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Economic Indicators
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Forbes released its annual 400 list of the wealthiest people in America on September 15, 2026. Two major Cincinnati-based entities were among those ranked for their substantial net worth.
Why it matters
The list provides a comprehensive look at the distribution of wealth across the country, tracking the financial growth of top individuals. Changes in these rankings often reflect broader shifts in asset valuation and market performance.
The Mike Brown family reached a net worth of $7.6 billion, while August Troendle secured a spot on the list with a net worth of $4.4 billion. Troendle maintains a 19% ownership stake in Medpace.
The players
Mike Brown family
The family maintains significant business interests and saw their net worth climb significantly over the past year.
August Troendle
He is a prominent business figure who owns a substantial percentage of Medpace stock.
The details
The Mike Brown family saw their ranking improve from 301st in 2025 to 224th on this year's list. August Troendle, associated with the Madisonville-based Medpace, also appeared on the list at rank 396.
Timeline
The 2025 rankings placed the Brown family at No. 301.
The Forbes 400 list was released on September 15, 2026.
Macro View
The Forbes 400 list serves as a definitive benchmark for tracking the concentration of wealth in the United States. Current rankings mirror past cycles of market expansion where individual net worths are heavily influenced by stock performance.
While these rankings highlight the accumulation of wealth, they also serve as a barometer for the local economic environment. Understanding these financial shifts provides context for how major local entities are performing within the broader national economy.
The takeaway
These rankings track the financial status of prominent residents who contribute significantly to the local business climate. Monitoring these figures helps observers understand the scale of wealth concentrated within the Cincinnati community.
Further reading
For more on local market trends, visit the Economic Indicators section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WKRC.
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