About OhioX

OhioX is a 501c6 nonprofit membership organization ​that connects, promotes, and advocates for Ohio’s tech growth. We’re a coalition of leading tech companies, education, and more building Ohio’s tech hub.

We bring together startups, tech small businesses, Fortune 500s, universities, investors, public leaders, and private innovators to help shape the future of Ohio’s economy—one powered by technology, talent, and collaboration.

Through our events, media, advocacy, and programs, we:

  • Connect Ohio’s innovators through statewide events, leadership forums, and curated networks

  • Promote the people, companies, and ideas moving Ohio tech forward

  • Advocate for smart policies that support innovation, talent, and economic growth

Join us as we work to build Ohio’s tech hub.

What we do…

OhioX is the voice of Ohio’s tech economy—startups, enterprises, universities, government, and more with opportunities that drive visibility, growth, and impact.

Membership means you're plugged into a growing statewide coalition of innovators building the future of Ohio.

Here’s a sample…

  • OhioX Media

    Get featured. From podcasts to press coverage and blogs, OhioX members have opportunities to share their stories and insights through our growing media channels.

  • OhioTechNews.com

    Our digital media platform publishes original storytelling on Ohio’s tech companies, leaders, and innovations—shining a spotlight on the people and stories driving the state forward.

  • Newsletter

    Delivered weekly to thousands across the state, our newsletter keeps the Ohio tech community informed on major news, events, job openings, and member highlights.

  • OhioX Events

    We host 40+ events a year—ranging from large statewide summits to exclusive behind-the-scenes tours. Whether in-person or virtual, every OhioX event is built to connect, inspire, and activate.

  • Leadership Forums

    Join fellow executives leading tech in Ohio. From the CEO Retreat and AI Forums, to invite-only C-suite roundtables, OhioX offers a seat at the leadership table.

  • Cost Savings

    OhioX members unlock discounts for events, programs, and continuing education opportunities—plus access to things like free, unlimited postings on the OhioX Jobs Boards

  • Advocacy & Policy

    Be part of the coalition advancing pro-innovation policy in Ohio. We represent tech interests on issues like AI, workforce, and R&D at the Statehouse and beyond.

  • Education & Talent

    We lead statewide initiatives in areas like computer science education, AI literacy, and tech workforce development—including Ohio Tech Day, career promotion, and more.

What we’ve been up to…

We’ve hit the ground running in 2025—driving innovation, expanding our network, and turning bold ideas into action. Here’s a sample at how we, with our incredible members, are building the future of tech across Ohio.

  • State of AI_2025 Report

    We surveyed 600+ tech leaders across Ohio to produce the state’s most comprehensive look at AI adoption, challenges, and opportunities. The heartland is becoming an AI hub—and we have the data to prove it.

  • Ohio for CS

    We launched Ohio for Computer Science—an open letter from 100+ CEOs calling on state leaders to expand computer science education for every K-12 student in Ohio. Because opportunity starts with access.

  • Ohio Tech Summit

    Our largest event ever. With over 770 attendees from 14 states and 4 countries, the 2025 Summit brought together startups, enterprises, and small businesses, and more to showcase how Ohio is building its tech hub.

  • OhioX Road Shows

    We’ve hit the road to connect with tech leaders across the state. From Cleveland to Cincinnati, these regional stops bring the OhioX community closer—with one visit to one company, one city at a time.

  • OhioTechNews.com

    Our new digital media site launched in 2024 to tell the stories of Ohio’s tech economy. With 150+ original stories already created and published, we’re building the go-to source for innovation in the state.

  • Next25 Launched

    We launched Next25, a new recognition spotlighting rising tech leaders 35 and under. These are the people building the next generation of Ohio innovation.

OhioX members are Ohio tech leaders.

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