Ohio Tech Day 2024 officially kicked off at C-TEC of Licking County on Wednesday with an event designed to inspire students and educators to explore future career opportunities in tech and skilled trades. The statewide launch event, organized by OhioX, Meta’s New Albany Data Center, at C-TEC marked the
Ohio’s High School Tech Internship program, spearheaded by Lt. Governor Jon Husted, saw nearly 1,000 students from 250 schools gain hands-on tech experience in 2024—a near doubling from last year. This initiative connects young talent with tech roles in software, cybersecurity, and broadband, building the state’s
Cincinnati
Cincinnati takes center stage this week as Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit kicks off, celebrating Ohio’s growing reputation as a hub for innovation and talent. Brought to the Buckeye State by JobsOhio, the event is set to showcase a new generation of entrepreneurs, disruptors, and leaders from diverse industries.
Cleveland
Tech enthusiasts and innovators are set to descend on Cleveland for one of tech’s biggest celebrations of the year tomorrow night. The Greater Cleveland Partnership’s (GCP) 18th Annual Best of Tech Day will transform Cleveland Browns Stadium into a hub of innovation, featuring cutting-edge leaders in HealthTech, AI,
Columbus
The Ohio State University has been awarded $26 million in federal funding to begin natural rubber production in the U.S. and enhance workforce development to support the industry. The National Science Foundation announced funding for the creation of the Transformation of American Rubber through Domestic Innovation for Supply Security”
A new TechCred application round is now open. This latest round of the state program that helps businesses address their workforce needs by upskilling current and prospective employees is open through September 30th. Businesses interested in applying can visit TechCred.Ohio.Gov. The State of Ohio’s TechCred program provides
Columbus
Columbus AI Week, a three-day event dedicated to exploring and advancing artificial intelligence in the Greater Columbus area, kicked off yesterday at Waters Edge in Hilliard. Organizers are expecting attendees from across Central Ohio and beyond. Scheduled from Tuesday, September 17th to Thursday, September 19th, the free ‘open-sourced, un-conference’ event
Columbus
Columbus-based Doohickey AI has raised $500,000 from Drive Capital to build a conversational, low-code platform powered by generative Al to help companies quickly and seamlessly integrate technology systems. The raise, which follows prior investment from Techstars and angel investors, enables Doohickey AI to hire additional software engineers and more
Cleveland
[caption id align="alignnone" width="1252"] Baiju Shah, President and CEO of the Greater Cleveland Partnership [/caption] In a region with a proud history of innovation, Baiju Shah is steering Greater Cleveland toward a future of even greater possibilities. As the President and CEO of the
Cleveland
[caption id align="alignnone" width="3000"] University Hospitals, Main Campus (University Hospitals) [/caption] The Department of Radiology at University Hospitals (UH) was recently recognized as a leader for its use of artificial intelligence (AI). The American College of Radiology’s® Recognized Center for Healthcare-AI (ARCH-AI) is
Akron + Canton
Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik recently announced the creation of Ohio's third Innovation Hub: the Greater Akron Polymer Innovation Hub. The Innovation Hub program’s $31.25 million award to the Polymer Industry Cluster will be matched by $10.
Columbus
Power to Hydrogen, a leader in advanced electrolysis technologies for the production of green hydrogen, has raised over $18 million in a Series A funding round led by Rev1 Ventures and Worthington Enterprises. The funding will support Power to Hydrogen's global expansion through R&D, manufacturing, sales,