2026 Buckeye Economic Summit

Join us for the 2026 Buckeye Economic Summit - a must-attend event for the latest on the US Economy and trends and impacts on Central Ohio.
About this Event

Welcome to the 2026 Buckeye Economic Summit!

Join us at the Wedgewood Golf & Country Club for a day of insightful discussions and networking opportunities. The Summit brings together industry experts, local businesses, and community leaders to explore economic trends from a national level and the impact on Central Ohio.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights, connect with fellow professionals, and economic trends impacting your organizations and business across Central Ohio. Register to secure your spot at this must-attend event, pre-registration is required.

Agenda

🕑: 07:30 AM
Registration / Breakfast
🕑: 08:00 AM
Welcome / Opening Remarks
Host: Shawn Keller

Info: President, CEO, and Director Buckeye State

🕑: 08:10 AM
Featured Speaker - Intel
Host: Ted Geer

Info: Director of State Government Affairs (Ohio), Intel

🕑: 08:40 AM
Feature Speaker - Donatos
Host: Kevin King

Info: CEO Donatos Pizza

🕑: 09:10 AM
Break

Info: Networking & Coffee Break

🕑: 09:30 AM
Economic Outlook
Host: Dimitri Delis, PHD

Info: Managing Director of Piper Sandler & Co.

🕑: 10:15 AM
Panel Discussion
Host: Amy Albery, Wallick

Info: Moderated by Nick Fortine, Columbus Business First

🕑: 11:15 AM
Break

Info: Networking & Coffee Break

🕑: 11:30 AM
Presenting Speaker
Host: Jim Tressel

Info: Lieutenant Governor

🕑: 12:00 PM
Closing Remarks