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- REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED -
2023 ANNUAL SUMMIT
SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2023
THE NATIONWIDE HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
100 Green Meadows Drive South, Lewis Center, Ohio
Ohio’s time is now. Riding a tide of reinvestment, re-emergence, and revitalization, Ohio’s 21st century future is here. You are part of it all and we are excited to invite you to participate in the Ohio Economic Development Association’s Annual Summit.
The 2023 Annual Summit will be held Sept. 12-14, 2023 at the Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center. The Annual Summit always offers unsurpassed networking and knowledge building. This year might be the best yet!
We're excited to announce the 2023 Opening Session:
OHIO'S ECONOMIC FUTURE:
A FIRESTIDE CHAT WITH
OHIO'S BUSINESS & INDUSTRY LEADERS
PANELISTS
- Gordon M. Gough, President & CEO, Ohio Council of Retail Merchants
- Steve Stivers, President & CEO, Ohio Chamber of Commerce
- Pat Tiberi, President & CEO, Ohio Business Roundtable
MODERATOR
- Eddie Pauline, President & CEO, Ohio Life Sciences
OEDA’s Annual Summit is the state’s premier economic development conference and the largest gathering of economic, workforce, and community development professionals in Ohio. We’re excited to invite you to participate in this unmatched opportunity for networking and knowledge building and can’t wait to see you in September!
Two exhibit spaces are still available. Click HERE for more information.
Please see the Whova app for the full conference agenda and program. For assistance logging into Whova, please contact Mark Barbash at mbarbash@ohioeda.com.
Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center
100 Green Meadows Drive South
Lewis Center, OH 43035
Hotel Information & Booking Instructions
- Our room rate at the Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center is now closed -
Should you wish to book a room at the Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center, please call the front desk of the hotel at 614-880-4195.
Additional Hotel Options
OEDA has identified some additional hotels near the Nationwide Hotel Conference Center for those looking for alternate overnight accommodations. While there is not a dedicated room block at these hotels, OEDA has determined these are convenient options with government rates starting as low as $98/night.
Cambria Hotel Columbus – Polaris
9100 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240
PH: 614-841-9100
https://www.cambriasuitespolaris.com/
3 miles from Conference Center
Hyatt Place Columbus/Worthington
7490 Vantage Drive, Colmbus, OH 43234
PH: 614-846-4355
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/ohio/hyatt-place-columbus-worthington/cmhzw
3 miles from Conference Center
Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Polaris
8535 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240 https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhcpgi-hilton-garden-inn-columbus-polaris/
PH: 614-846-8884
3 miles from Conference Center
Venue Details
This year’s conference agenda is all about what you need to know now while this year’s grand venue provides a nod to the past. With its red brick buildings, tree-lined pathways, and sparkling lake, the Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center offers all the charm of a historic landmark resort and is located just minutes from the city’s finest shopping, dining and entertainment.
The venue offers a full-service conference center, dining room with award-winning cuisine, a luxury hotel, charming pub, unique recreations and entertainment options, relaxing courtyards, poolside patios and service that is second to none. The ballroom and meeting spaces are equipped with the most up-to-date technology and fast, reliable connectivity to ensure an excellent conference experience.
*The preliminary schedule is provided for planning purposes.
The information is subject to change prior to the release of the conference agenda.