Columbus CEO: OhioX networks state's innovators
OhioX is a new tech industry business association focused on building connections in the Ohio innovation ecosystem. Membership is open to organizations from startups to institutions. The goal is to create a network to reduce the pain of business growth.
The nonprofit organization, which launch Dec. 9, is led by Chris Berry, founder of Ohio-based GreenBlock and former Chief of Staff at the Ohio treasurer's office. "Through storytelling, community building and shared learning, OhioX has the potential to shine sunlight on the people, companies and ideas that will positively shape Ohio's future," says Berry in a release. "By uniting diverse backgrounds from all corners of Ohio, our visit is of Ohio as a world leader in technology and innovation, which creates a vibrant economy and opportunities for all."
Membership costs will be on a sliding scale starting at $100. Events, a job board, webinars and more are planned. An advisory board helps steer the group, with members from Bold Penguin, Columbus Collaboratory, Veeva Systems, JobsOhio and others.