The OhioMBE Awards, presented by the Ohio Business Development Center (OBDC), returns on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Huntington Park to celebrate the excellence and impact of Ohio’s small and minority-owned businesses.
✨ This year’s celebration will feature:
🎤 Keynote Speaker: Jeanna Hondel, PE, President & CEO of *Ascension Construction Solutions
🏆 Frank W. Watson Advocacy Award Honoree: Felix Garcia, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
📰 Publisher’s Award Honoree: Fortuna Bank
🌟 Legends Award Recipient: Smoot Construction
We will also proudly recognize the 2025 Top Business Nominees and honor the winners of the People’s Choice Awards, as voted by the community!
Join community leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates for an inspiring luncheon celebrating achievement, advocacy, and opportunity in Ohio’s small business community.
đź“… Thursday, October 23, 2025
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
đź“Ť Huntington Park | Columbus, Ohio
🎟️ Get tickets at OhioMBEAwards.com
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