Upcoming Events

Businesses are Built on Connections

The best way to stay connected to Central Ohio’s entrepreneurial sector is to attend an entrepreneur event or two each month. You’ll make contacts and friends. Check out what’s coming soon to a venue near you.

April 2 | 5:30 - 7:30PM
Tech Takeover Tuesday at Fado Kitchen + Pub Dublin

Join us for Tech Takeover Tuesday on April 2nd at Fado Kitchen & Pub in partnership with the City of Dublin to support Project Lightwell, a fantastic cause. Come together for a night of fun, fundraising, and fostering connections that make a difference. We’ll be raffling great prizes too!

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April 3 | 5:00PM
OhioX’s Tech @Night: Columbus

Join OhioX and tech leaders from across the state for a special Tech @ Night: Columbus held at the Ohio Statehouse on Wednesday, 4/3.

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April 3 | 11:30AM
Accelerate Success: Mastering the Go-to-Market Strategy, Product-Market Fit, and Capitalization

Join us for an enlightening TIGER Talk that will revolutionize your approach to launching a successful business!

Discover the insider secrets to simplifying the complex process of reaching the right customers, finding your product-market fit, and securing the capital you need to thrive. Uncover practical strategies, expert insights, and real-world case studies that will empower you to navigate the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship confidently.

Grab this opportunity to supercharge your business growth and embark on a transformative journey towards unparalleled success. Take advantage of this game-changing event!

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April 3 | 9:00AM
2024 GovTech Summit

OhioX will host the 4th annual Ohio GovTech Summit presented by AT&T on Wednesday, April 3rd in Columbus at the Ohio Statehouse. We invite all OhioX member companies to join us for a day of community, conversation, and networking with elected officials and government leaders to help us advocate for a strong Ohio tech economy.

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April 10 | 4:00PM
Research and Innovation Showcase

Brought by: The Ohio State University | Office of Research

The event starts with inspiring talks highlighting some of the collected impact of Ohio State’s researchers, innovators and curators of knowledge. It then culminates with a celebration of Ohio State’s entrepreneurial spirit with the award presentations for the 2024 Innovators of the Year.

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April 15
Lightship Foundation and JobsOhio are Teaming Up for 2024!

We are so excited to announce that we will be continuing our partnership with JobsOhio, the state’s private economic development corporation, in 2024! 👏🏾

Our organizations will be joining forces to bring Lightship Bootcamp, a series of three-day training sessions designed to advance early-stage, minority-led businesses across Ohio. 💡

The 2024 Bootcamps are scheduled for the following cities/dates: 📆

●      Dayton: February 26 – 28
●      Columbus:  April 15 – 17
●      Cleveland: June 3 – 5
●      Cincinnati: September 10 – 12

In celebration of the strides made with the Bootcamp program, we are also excited to announce a Bootcamp Showcase on April 18th, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio! 🥳

Click here to learn more about Lightship’s work in the State of Ohio! ✅

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April 18 | 4:30PM
COhatch Pitch Event

Join us for an evening of networking for our annual impact pitch event highlighting up to 5 of our applicant recipients. Qualifying applicants will be pitching their businesses and judged on viable concepts, scalability, and impact.

We are now accepting applications from founders of Dublin based startups, whether you’re in the early days or have received funding. This is your chance to showcase your innovative ideas and take your startup to new heights!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and potential investors. All are welcome to attend! Head to the Eventbrite link below to apply and register for the event.

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April 19 | 11:30AM
Unleashing the Power of Generative AI: Navigating the Future of Work

A concise yet insightful talk that demystifies generative AI for a diverse audience.

Come and explore the transformation of AI from simple tools to systems capable of learning and creating like humans.

Discover the importance of “prompt engineering” and “workflow engineering” as essential skills for harnessing AI’s potential. Envision a future where multiple AI models collaborate to enhance decision-making and problem-solving.

Join us for this TIGER Talk to unlock the power of generative AI and prepare for a thriving future in the age of AI.

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April 24 | 8:30AM
April Founders’ Story featuring Updox

What is it like to start a company in the Midwest and lead it through a successful exit? Join us in April to find out!

Come early to enjoy breakfast, coffee and networking and have your questions ready for an open Q&A at the end of the session.

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May 16 | 8:30AM
Ohio Tech Summit

Brought to you by OhioX, the #OhioTechSummit presented by Verizon is a full day of content and experiences where Ohio tech shows-off and features high-profile speakers, tech demos, and networking. Tech pros from across Ohio (and beyond) attend the Summit.

Emerging Technologies and their impact on Ohio.

The Summit’s 2024 theme is “Emerging Technologies.” The day’s content will be centered around the impact of emerging technologies on Ohio and how our people, companies, and ideas are shaping the future.

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September 17 | All day
Save the Date! Ohio VC Fest 2024

Ohio VC Fest is an annual, two-day event that celebrates our growing technology, innovation and investing community while showcasing Ohio as THE destination for tech startups and venture capital investments.

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