Thursday, June 12, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Le Méridien, The Joseph
620 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
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Join the OAB for annual Executive Forum, a one-day gathering for owners, GMs, and managers of OAB member station. We will cover key industry issues and management strategies, while providing ample opportunity to network with fellow industry professionals from around the state.
Schedule
This year’s Executive Forum will cover essential topics for managers at TV and radio stations. Session topics and speakers to be announced soon!
| 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. | Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Welcome & Opening General Session |
| 10 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. | Morning Break |
| 10:15 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions |
| 11:15 a.m. – Noon | Concurrent Sessions |
| Noon – 1:45 p.m. | Luncheon, Annual Meeting & Keynote Address |
| 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. | General Session |
Registration
Registration for the Executive Forum is available to both OAB members and non-members:
- OAB Member registration (Early Bird): $110 for the first attendee, $85 for each additional attendee
- Non-Member registration (Early Bird): $150 per attendee
Early Bird registration rates are available through Friday, May 9.
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Wednesday Reception
The OAB is hosting a social hour with drinks and bites for anyone who is coming into town Wednesday night. More details coming soon.
Overnight Rooms
We have a small number of hotel rooms on hold for attendees who plan to stay overnight on Wednesday evening. Rooms are available at the OAB rate of $279. Please CLICK HERE to reserve your room.
Parking
The OAB will provide event parking passes for the Joseph Garage at 33 W Russell St., located across N High St. from Le Méridien. Attendees staying overnight at the hotel are responsible for their own overnight parking fees.
The Short North Arts District
The Executive Forum will take place in the heart of Columbus’ Short North Arts District, a thriving neighborhood and cultural hub, home to a plethora of restaurants and nightlife, art galleries and local shops, a public park, and special events throughout the year. Visit shortnorth.org for more information.