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Join All Aboard Ohio, a nationally recognized leader in passenger rail advocacy, for the Ohio Rail Summit. This premier statewide event brings together public officials, transportation professionals, transit advocates, and regional partners to shape the future of passenger rail infrastructure across Ohio and the Midwest

 

The Ohio Rail Summit reflects the growing momentum and expanded scope of the passenger rail conversation. Designed as a high-impact, cross-sector gathering, the Summit emphasizes collaboration, recognizing that the future of modern transportation depends on coordination between public agencies, local leaders, and regional coalitions.

$30

Student Tickets*

$50

AAO Voting Members

$65

General Admission**

*student tickets must use a current university email address. 

** become a voting member at checkout for $50 for reduced pricing

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Sponsor the Ohio Rail Summit

Align your organization with one of the Midwest’s leading rail advocacy events

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The Venue: OSU Energy Advancement and Innovation Center

Located on The Ohio State University's Carmenton campus, the Energy Advancement and Innovation Center is a state-of-the-art "living laboratory" dedicated to sustainable technology and green mobility.

Presented By All Aboard Ohio

Founded in 1973, All Aboard Ohio is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing robust public transportation and passenger rail services throughout the state and the broader Midwest. For over 50 years, our member-driven coalition has championed sustainable, equitable, and efficient transit solutions. By focusing on critical infrastructure expansions, such as the proposed 3C+D corridor connecting Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati. All Aboard Ohio works to bridge communities, stimulate regional economic development, and elevate the quality of life for all Ohioans.

As a nationally recognized leader in transit advocacy, All Aboard Ohio has spent decades serving as a trusted resource for policymakers, transportation professionals, and the media. Our rigorous research and deep network of subject matter experts have consistently guided sound infrastructure investments at the Statehouse and beyond. With passenger rail in Ohio actively moving from concept to implementation thanks to historic federal funding, All Aboard Ohio is excited to present the Inaugural Ohio Rail Summit.


A New Statewide Convening

The Ohio Rail Summit reflects the growing momentum and expanded scope of the passenger rail conversation. Designed as a high-impact, cross-sector gathering, the Summit emphasizes collaboration, recognizing that the future of modern transportation depends on coordination between public agencies, local leaders, and regional coalitions.

Enhance Your Ohio Rail Summit

The Ohio Rail Summit Reception

Friday, April 17th | 6-10PM

Free for registered attendees of the Ohio Rail Summit - at Columbus' Historical Trolley House

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The Ohio Rail Summit Merch

Why It's Time for an Ohio Rail Summit

The Summit arrives at a pivotal turning point for transportation. As Ohio and neighboring states leverage historic federal rail programs, advance interstate corridor planning, and position themselves for long-term infrastructure investment, passenger rail is moving from concept to implementation. This event provides a focused forum for understanding how modern rail corridors advance, from vision to delivery.

2026 Sponsorship Levels

Become a Sponsor

Align your organization with one of the Midwest’s leading rail advocacy events. High-visibility sponsorship opportunities are currently available. To secure your partnership, please contact John Esterly at john@allaboardohio.org.

Title Sponsor

$2,500+

  • Top logo on all summit promotional materials and website

  • Opportunity to participate directly in the conference through a workshop, panel, speech, or session.

  • 5 tickets (reserved seating)

  • Two 250-word newsletter blurbs + logo

  • Two social media shoutouts

  • 3 raffle tickets in swag bags

  • 6’ marketing table at Annual Meeting

  • Dedicated slide during happy hour & summit

Gold Sponsor

$1,000-$2,499

  • 6’ marketing table at Annual Meeting

  • 3 tickets

  • Middle logo placement on summit promotional materials and website

  • One 250-word newsletter blurb + logo

  • Dedicated slide during summit

  • One social media post

  • 2 raffle tickets

Silver Sponsor

$500-$999

  • 2 tickets

  • Bottom logo placement on summit promotional materials + website

  • Verbal mention during summit

  • 6’ marketing table at Annual Meeting

  • Logo in 2 newsletter shoutouts

  • One social media post

  • 1 raffle ticket

Mail Address

3136 Kingsdale Center, 


#112 Columbus, OH 43221

Press Contact

Communications Director

Beth Russell

beth@allaboardohio.org

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All Aboard Ohio is a 501c-3 nonprofit with over 50 years of advocacy work, advocating for improved public transportation and passenger rail service in the Midwest

©2025 by All Aboard Ohio

Get in Touch

Contact us form

info@allaboardohio.org

‪(614) 642-2386‬

3136 Kingsdale Center, 


#112 Columbus, OH 43221

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All Aboard Ohio is a 501c-3 nonprofit with over 50 years of advocacy work, advocating for improved public transportation and passenger rail service in the Midwest

©2025 by All Aboard Ohio

Get in Touch

Contact us form

info@allaboardohio.org

3136 Kingsdale Center, 


#112 Columbus, OH 43221

Federal Tax ID: 31-1066182

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