Innovating for an Inclusive Future: 2025 PIVOT Summit
The PIVOT Summit unites leaders from government, nonprofits, business, and community organizations to pioneer solutions for equity and economic mobility in Central Ohio. Hosted by RISE Together, this dynamic gathering focuses on transformative approaches across jobs, youth, housing, and health sectors.
Featured Keynote: Heather McGhee
We're proud to welcome acclaimed author Heather McGhee for an illuminating fireside chat with RISE Together CEO Danielle Sydnor. Known for her bestselling book "The Sum of Us," McGhee brings powerful insights on building shared prosperity through innovation.Together, these visionary leaders will explore how communities can collaborate to create systems that truly serve everyone. They'll challenge conventional thinking and showcase transformative models reshaping economic opportunity and community wellbeing.Join us for this centerpiece conversation that will inspire bold, inclusive approaches to our region's most pressing challenges—and offer a compelling vision for how Central Ohio can lead in creating an economy where innovation drives opportunity for all.
Highlights from 2024
In 2024, We heard from thought leaders, engaged in lively discussion, and participated in Solution Circles to develop specific strategies to reduce poverty and disrupt structural racism in Franklin County. We developed three practical guides from input and ideas presented at the three Solution Circles. Learning and discussion are important, but we must also take action! Check out the briefs below to take action.
2025 Featured Speakers:
Danielle Sydnor
Fireside Chat Speaker
CEO of RISE Together Innovation Institute
Hon. Kevin Boyce
Featured Speaker
Franklin County
Commissioner
Heather McGhee
Jeff Johnson
Featured Speaker
Journalist
Fireside Chat Keynote Speaker
Author, Speaker, Advocate
2025 PIVOT Summit Schedule
First Half of the Day
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Registration/Breakfast
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9:00 - 9:05 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Dawn Tyler Lee, Emcee
Main Ballroom
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9:05 - 9:20 AM
Vision for Change
Danielle Sydnor, RISE Together CEO
Main Ballroom
Featuring a special video presentation
9:20 - 9:35 AM
Research Insights
Dr. Ange-Marie Hancock, Kirwan Institute at The Ohio State University
Main Ballroom
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9:35 - 10:35 AM
Main Stage Panel: Fueling What's Next
Government as a Catalyst for Innovation
Main Ballroom
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10:35 - 10:45 AM
Networking Break
Transition to breakout rooms
10:45 - 11:45 AM
Morning Breakout Sessions (Choose one)
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JOBS Track: Bridging the Gap: Innovations for Equity and Economic Mobility
Main Ballroom
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YOUTH Track: Creating Scalable Pilots: The Columbus Promise
Breakout Room 420
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HOUSING Track: The People's Property: Transforming Housing Through Community Control
Breakout Room 414
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HEALTH Track: No Wrong Door: How People Connect to Resources
Breakout Room 412
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sponsors
Thank you to our 2025 PIVOT Summit Sponsors
