2026 Cleveland Regional Impact Ohio
Join business leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders for the Cleveland Regional Impact Ohio Conference on October 1, 2026, at the Jerry Sue Thornton Center. This one-day event will feature insightful discussions on Ohio's economic future, including property tax reform, growth and development strategies, and legislative priorities impacting the region. Network with influential leaders from across Northeast Ohio and gain valuable perspectives from elected officials, industry experts, and economic development professionals shaping Ohio's business landscape.
During this information-packed conference, attendees will hear first-hand from policy experts on current political activities and have an opportunity to network and participate in Q&A.
AGENDA
8:00 A.M. – Registration & Networking
8:30 A.M. – Conference Welcome
Steve Stivers, President & CEO, Ohio Chamber of Commerce
Baiju Shah, President & CEO, Greater Cleveland Partnership
Matt Riehl, Head of Government Relations, JumpStart
Cindy Holzheimer, President & CEO, NOACC
8:50 A.M. – Mayor Justin Bibb, City of Cleveland
9:00 A.M. – Panel: Exploring Ohio’s Property Tax Reforms and Their Impact
Moderator: Liz Baumgartner, Director of Economic Development & Tax Policy, Ohio Chamber of Commerce
State Representative David Thomas
State Representative Dan Troy
Thomas Zaino, Managing Member & Founder, Zaino Hall and Farrin LLC
10:00 A.M. – Break
10:15 A.M. – Panel: Building Ohio’s Growth Agenda
Moderator: Baiju Shah, President & CEO, Greater Cleveland Partnership
11:15 A.M. – Break
11:30 A.M. – Morning Keynote
12:00 P.M. – Break & Grab Lunches
12:15 P.M. – LUNCH PANEL: Legislative Insights
State Senator Jerry Cirino (R)
State Senator Kent Smith (D)
State Representative Darnell Brewer (D)
State Representative Mike Dovilla (R)
State Representative Eric Synenberg (D)
State Representative Bride Rose Sweeney (D)
1:15 P.M. – Break
1:30 P.M. - Afternoon Keynote
2:00 P.M. - Closing Remarks