2021 EVENTS

2021 Events CalendarThe Columbus Chamber hosts a number of programs each year covering topics relevant to

you AND your business. For more information regarding Columbus Chamber events and sponsorship opportunities, visit Columbus.org/Events.

ANNUAL MEETING | April (virtual), June (in-person networking)Annual Meeting is our grandest event of the year – one of the largest gatherings of Columbus Region business and community leaders. The event recognizes the recipient of the prestigious Columbus Award, celebrates small business leaders with the presentation of the Small Business Leader Award and provides valuable insights on how the Columbus Chamber connects businesses to resources that help them flourish and thrive.

GOVERNMENT SPOTLIGHT | February, July, November This series seeks to connect businesses with policymakers and regulators at all levels of government, offering members the opportunity to learn of hot political and policy issues.

MEET THE CLASS | April 2021This biennial series provides Chamber members the exclusive opportunity to meet and mingle with newly-elected and returning elected officials.

CEO INSIGHTS | February, May, August, November CEO Insights features interviews with local leaders and innovators in an intimate studio setting. Our goal is to share locally-based insights and trends on critical topics — including management, strategy and more.

CRLC | March, June - Women in Logistics, September, December - Winter Mixer Join the Columbus Region Logistics Council for quarterly education and networking programs that feature industry expert presentations and insight.

EXPERIENCE SERIES | March, June, October The Experience Series highlights relevant topics, particularly around workforce and strategy, with insights from expert business leaders in our community.

ANNUAL PLAY TO WORK GOLF OUTING & TENNIS INVITATIONAL | MayThe Play to Work Golf Outing and Tennis Invitational supports the workforce development efforts of our Columbus region. All proceeds benefit the Columbus Chamber Foundation.

ANNUAL CONSUMER EVOLUTION | August Consumer Evolution cultivates an environment that offers attendees the opportunity to connect with the most innovative companies in the retail industry.

ANNUAL CHAMBER CLAMBAKE & LOBSTER FEAST | September Join us as we celebrate nearly a century of food, fun and networking at the 97th Clambake & Lobster Feast. More than 1,000 guests attend the festivities each year.

BUSINESS DRIVES GOVERNMENT | October 2022Our biennial Business Drives Government program fosters education and dialogue around timely public policy issues, helping business leaders connect and hear directly from elected officials.

For confirmed dates, locations and other details | columbus.org/events