2021 Impact Ohio Southeast Regional Conference

Friday, November 19

8:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Stuart's Opera House in The Grand Lobby

52 Public Square, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764

At the 2021 Impact Ohio Southeast Regional Conference, key government officials, business leaders, and community members will discuss issues important to the region.

At the conference, attendees will hear first-hand from government leaders, political analysts, pundits, and policy experts on issues that affect their community.

At the Southeast Regional Conference, panelists will explore three different public policy areas.

Boosting Small Businesses in Southeast Ohio

Developing and supporting existing industries and businesses is important to their success and that of the region.  Many businesses need financing or technical assistance to grow.  During this panel, experts will explore how Southeast Ohio can invest in small businesses and entrepreneurship to enhance business development.

Leveraging Ohio’s Natural Assets as a Strategy for Economic Development

Southeast Ohio is rich in natural resources, including the Ohio River, Wayne National Forest, and the Hocking Hills Region.  During this session, panelists will discuss how Southeast Ohio can harness its natural assets to increase outdoor recreation while supporting long-term economic growth and preserving natural resources.

Enhancing the Region’s Workforce Ecosystem 

Before the pandemic, there were discussions about redefining workforces and workplaces. These conversations about Ohio’s workforce ecosystem, however, have shifted in a new direction.  In this session, panelists will discuss how the region’s workforce is evolving and the systems that must be strengthened in order ensure an excelling workforce in Southeast Ohio.

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AMREGISTRATION, NETWORKING & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
8:30 AM - 9:00 AMCONFERENCE WELCOME
9:00 AM - 10:00 AMEnhancing the Region’s Workforce Ecosystem

Moderator

  • Thomas Hodson, Director Emeritus of  WOUB Public Media and the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University

Panelists

10:00 AM - 10:20 AMPRIORITIES & PLANS FOR OHIO'S AUDITOR OF STATE
10:20 AM - 10:40 AMPRIORITIES & PLANS FOR OHIO'S SECRETARY OF STATE
10:40 AM - 11:00 AMCOFFEE BREAK & NETWORKING
11:00 AM - 12:00 PMLeveraging Ohio’s Natural Assets as a Strategy for Economic Development

Moderator

  • Sam Miller, Development Director, Buckeye Hills Regional Council

Panelists

12:00 PM - 12:20 PMLUNCH, NETWORKING & RECOGNITION OF ELECTED OFFICIALS & SPONSORS
12:20 PM - 12:30 PMRemarks from the President of Ohio University
12:30 PM - 1:30 PMBoosting Small Businesses in Southeast Ohio

Moderator

  • Amista Lipot, Director of External Relations and Strategic Partnerships at the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service and Executive Director of the Mayors' Partnership for Progress

Panelists

There will be a Pre-Conference Reception at The Ohio University Inn & Conference Center the evening before the 2021 Impact Ohio Southeast Ohio Regional Conference.  Register when you register for the conference.

Thursday, November 18, 2021, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Ohio University Inn & Conference Center, 331 Richland Ave, Athens, Ohio 45701

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