SquareRunner Statehouse Lobby Day +Annual Meeting of Members with Legislator Happy Hour Your Voice. Your Industry. Your Impact.
Make your voice heard where it matters most—the Ohio Statehouse. SquareRunner Statehouse Lobby Day is your chance to advocate for the restaurant and hospitality industry, connect directly with legislators, and influence the policies that shape our future.
What’s Happening
1) SquareRunner Statehouse Lobby Day Spend the day in and around the Statehouse and Capitol Square meeting with legislators, discussing the issues that matter most to hospitality, and learning how to make your advocacy impactful. You’ll also be introduced to SquareRunner—ORHA’s member advocacy program (modeled after the National Restaurant Association’s HillRunner initiative)—with step-by-step guidance to ensure your commitment is minimal but meaningful.
2) Annual Meeting of MembersCelebrate our progress, hear key updates, recognize retiring directors, and help elect leaders who will guide the Alliance forward. Your voice helps set the priorities for the year ahead.
3) Legislator Meet & Greet Happy Hour at Jackie O’s on FourthCap off the day with an exclusive networking reception. Build relationships with legislators and peers over craft beers and cocktails—and turn connections into results.
Why Attend
• Gain insight into Ohio’s policy priorities and how they affect your business
• Learn best practices for effective legislator meetings and hospitality issues
• Engage in Statehouse office visits and conversations that matter
• Influence legislation and strengthen the industry’s collective voice
• Build connections with peers, lawmakers, and Alliance leaders
Be part of the decisions that matter. Your presence makes a difference.
Who Should Attend
Owners, operators, GMs, and senior leaders across restaurants, foodservice, and hospitality—plus rising advocates who want to learn and lead.
Logistics
Date & Agenda: Finalized details will be shared soon. Register Today to be notified as soon as the schedule is released.
Location: Ohio Statehouse & Capitol Square (Columbus), followed by the Happy Hour at Jackie O’s on Fourth.
Registration: Save your spot now to help our team and partners plan for seating, security, and hospitality.
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