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Spotlight on Events
Oct
15
8:00 AM
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Registration is now open for the 2026 National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum and the Great American Electric Air Race, taking place in Springfield, Ohio.
Join NAAMCE for an exciting week celebrating the future of aviation, bringing together industry leaders, government partners, researchers, students, aviation enthusiasts, and the community to experience the innovation shaping the next generation of flight.
If you are an AAM innovator, this is where the conversations that move programs forward happen. Expert-led sessions on development, airspace integration, certification, and commercialization. Direct access to the government partners, research institutions, and industry leaders shaping the regulatory and investment landscape. And the Great American Electric Aircraft Race, a live demonstration of where electric aviation stands today.
If you are a government or academic partner, this is the national stage where Ohio's contribution to AAM gets its clearest visibility. The policy conversations, the workforce pipeline discussions, and the ecosystem partnerships that define long-term AAM growth are all here.
If you are a community leader or economic development partner, this is the event that puts Springfield and Ohio on the national aerospace map for another year.
LOCATION
Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport
The National AAM Center of Excellence 1323 W. Blee Rd. Springfield, OH 45502
Oct
23
12:30 PM
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The Ohio Academy of Science’s Annual Meeting is for academic, governmental, and industrial scientists and engineers, university and pre-college educators, undergraduate and graduate students, and interested lay citizens in the Ohio region. Annually, the scientific presentations have been complemented by the Keynote Lecture and a Panel Discussion.
For 2026, the OAS Annual Meeting will be held in the fall and will be expanded to a two-day event hosted by The Ohio State University. The Annual Meeting will be held in the Fawcett Center at OSU on October 23 and 24. The theme of the event is “STEM Workforce Development: Building Ohio’s STEM Workforce Pipeline”, with day 1 featuring a design challenge, a keynote address, a panel discussion, and networking opportunities for the attendees to interact with exhibitors and each other. Day 2 will feature our more traditional research symposium format, with a panel discussion, poster sessions and oral presentations held throughout the day.
It is a unique opportunity for STEM students (graduate and undergraduate), STEM professionals, and representatives from government and industry to (1) present at a regional conference; (2) attend the conference sessions; and (3) network with scientists, engineers, educators, employers, and students across Ohio.
LOCATION
Fawcett Event Center
The Ohio State University
2400 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43210
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Dr. John M. Horack, Vice President for Research, The Ohio State University
Exploring the Next Frontier: Ohio’s Leadership in Opening the 8th Continent
Oct
23
3:00 PM
TEDxClevelandStateUniversity is more than an event — it is a platform for expanding thinking, amplifying ideas and fostering meaningful conversations across campus and the Greater Cleveland community.
Untangling Wonder invites the community to step into the unknown with curiosity, courage and imagination. It reflects CSU’s commitment to push the boundaries of knowledge, discovery, innovation and creativity.
LOCATION
Waetjen Auditorium
Music and Communications Building
2001 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio, 44115
SPEAKERS
A line up of 12 speakers represent a range of industries and perspectives, with talks designed to invite attendees to step into the unknown with curiosity, courage and imagination.
“The response to our call for speakers was overwhelming, and selecting only 12 voices was no easy task,” said Colette Hart, senior director of the Centers for Outreach and Engagement in the CSU Monte Ahuja College of Business and one of the lead organizers of the TEDx event. “This group of speakers represents a wide range of perspectives, from researchers and entrepreneurs to artists, educators, students and community leaders.”
Oct
28
8:30 AM
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Where Education Meets Ohio’s Innovation Economy. Join leaders from education, tech, innovation, and government. nThe jobs are changing. The way we prepare people for them must change, too. Ohio’s Future Workforce Summit brings together educators, employers, workforce leaders, and policymakers to build stronger pathways from learning to opportunity.
Join leaders from education, tech, innovation, workforce, and government for a statewide conversation about how Ohio prepares people for the jobs of tomorrow. Be part of the ideas, partnerships, and decisions shaping the future of learning, talent, and innovation across Ohio.
TOPICS
- Education Meets Industry. Practical ways schools, colleges, employers, and workforce organizations can build stronger connections from classroom to career.
- AI in the Classroom. How educators are using AI to improve teaching, personalize learning, rethink assessment, and prepare students for a changing world.
- Skills + Re-Skilling for What’s Next. A closer look at the technical skills, durable capabilities, and real-world experiences employers increasingly expect.
- Pathways to Technology Careers. Models that are working across Ohio, including internships, apprenticeships, employer partnerships, TechCred, and college-to-career programs.
- Innovators in Action. Presentations highlighting education and workforce initiatives already producing results across the state.
- Ohio’s Workforce of Tomorrow. A forward-looking conversation about how Ohio can align education, talent, and economic development to support long-term growth.
LOCATION
The Conference Center at OCLC | 6600 Kilgour Place Dublin, OH 43017
CONTACT
- Questions? Please email hello [at] ohiox [dot] org
- Want to become a sponsor? Please email hello [at] ohiox [dot] org
Nov
6
8:30 AM
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Presented by Center for Software Innovation at The Ohio State University Construct I/O is the premier learning event for digital builders. Whether you're aiming to accelerate your career, dive into the latest breakthroughs in AI or supercharge your side hustle, Construct I/O is your launchpad for learning. Explore a dynamic mix of Workshops and interactive build sessions led by industry experts, all designed to spark innovation and elevate your impact, whether you're leading a team or launching your next big idea.
AGENDA
- 8:30am | Doors open
- 9am-12pm | Keynotes, fireside chats, panel discussions
- 12pm | Break
- 12:30-2pm | Optional build session
- 12pm-4pm | Builder's Showcase- Take a walk around the Union to see what our incredible students are building!
SPEAKERS
- Ashraf Alhashim- GTM Leadership at Anthropic
- Travis Hedge- Co-Founder and CEO, Vouch Insurance (YCS19)
- Sohan Murthy- Data Scientist, Superhuman and Artist
- Priyang Shah- Founder and CEO, Healia Health (YCW24)
- Teresa Lynch- Associate Professor of Communication Technology, The Ohio State University
- William Morris- Head of Industry- Games, Apple
LOCATION
The Ohio Union @ The Ohio State University
1739 N High St, Columbus, OH 43210
Nov
18
9:45 AM
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AI in Action: Built in Ohio. Join us at the 3rd annual Ohio AI Summit, where we’ll explore how AI is being built, deployed, and scaled across Ohio. This year’s theme — AI in Action — spotlights real-world Ohio use cases and homegrown innovation shaping the future of work and our leading industries.
WHY ATTEND?
- Meet + learn from industry leaders
- Unlock Ohio’s AI ecosystem
- Build statewide connections
- Connect with corporations, startups, + researchers
- Discover statewide AI insights + trends
- Engage with panels, ai demos, and powerful networking
AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS
- AI in Action. The latest on how Ohio companies are moving AI from experimentation to real-world deployment.
- Enterprise AI. What technology leaders are learning as they scale AI across organizations.
- AI Leadership Insights. Practical lessons from startups, executives, and teams developing the next generation of AI products.
- Ohio’s AI Leadership. The billions of dollars being invested in Ohio and how we’re building the physical infrastructure powering the AI economy.
- Ohio’s AI Opportunity. How business, education, government, and technology leaders can position Ohio to compete and lead.
LOCATION
Columbus State Community College, Mitchell Hall