Make Your Mark on the Midwest AI Scene!

Share your goals, audience, and priorities with us, and we’ll find a partnership package designed to connect you with the right leads, build meaningful relationships, and help you hit your targets.

68%

of attendees say they’re responsible for AI or data-driven decision-making at their organizations

72%

of attendees say they attended to find new vendors, partners, or tools

80%

of attendees say they’re budgeting for AI-related initiatives in the next 12 months

Meet a solutions-forward, executive-driven crowd that comes ready to connect, collaborate, and contract!

Partnership Packages

  • Headline Partner

    Maximum visibility across the event with keynote stage time, panel participation, dedicated session, top placement on materials, and a prime booth location.

    Designed For: National or regional tech firms, consultancies, or enterprise AI leaders looking for dominant brand presence and lead generation.

  • Presenting Partner

    Feature your brand on the main stage, a panel discussion, and a dedicated session. Includes strong presence in print, digital, and at a prime booth.

    Designed For: Companies wanting to associate with a specific industry vertical and elevate their product and subject matter experts.

  • Featured Partner

    A focused main stage appearance, a workshop opportunity, an event booth and strong branding throughout the event.

    Designed For: Mid-size firms, growth-stage startups, or vendors with a niche product seeking exposure to decision-makers.

  • Workshop Partner

    Run your own dedicated workshop with branding and access to the attendee list. Includes booth space.

    Designed For: Companies with a unique use case, product demo, or thought leadership topic to showcase to a targeted audience.

  • Program Partner

    Sponsor an existing panel (with the option to moderate or participate). Visibility across agenda and session-specific attendee list.

    Designed For: Organizations wanting visibility without the responsibility of building an entire session—great for professional services or advocacy groups.

Headline Partners

  • Logo of Nexigen with a hexagonal icon in shades of blue and green and the tagline "Your Guide For IT" underneath.

    Nexigen

    HEADLINE PARTNER

    As a leading force in cybersecurity and IT innovation, Nexigen is powering the future of digital infrastructure across the Midwest. With a commitment to proactive protection and cutting-edge managed services, Nexigen empowers businesses to grow securely in the AI era. Their role as a Columbus AI Week Headline Partner highlights their mission to help organizations harness emerging technologies while staying safe, scalable, and resilient in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

  • Logo of Big Kitty Labs featuring a stylized purple cat face with big eyes, whiskers, and a broad smile, next to the text 'Big Kitty Labs' also in purple.

    Big Kitty Labs

    HEADLINE PARTNER

    Bold, experimental, and always future-focused, Big Kitty Labs is a digital innovation studio known for turning wild ideas into powerful, real-world products. With a passion for startups and enterprise transformation alike, they blend imagination with execution to prototype and scale game-changing digital solutions. As a Headline Partner of Columbus AI Week, Big Kitty Labs brings unmatched creative energy to the forefront of AI innovation and community growth.

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    Jobs Ohio

    HEADLINE PARTNER

    JobsOhio is at the heart of Ohio’s transformation into a hub for advanced innovation and economic opportunity. As a private economic development corporation, JobsOhio fuels investment and job creation across the state, accelerating growth in key sectors like AI, tech, and advanced manufacturing. Their support of Columbus AI Week reflects their long-term vision to position Ohio as a national leader in the next generation of intelligent industries.

  • Logo of the Enterprise Technology Association featuring a stylized circuit board icon in blue and green with the organization name in bold dark blue and light blue text.

    Enterprise Technology Association

    HEADLINE PARTNER

    The Enterprise Technology Association (ETA) is building the go-to community for the people and companies driving innovation in enterprise tech. Through thought leadership, connection-driven events like AI Week, and an open platform for collaboration, ETA empowers decision-makers, founders, and advisors to stay ahead of the curve. As a Headline Partner of Columbus AI Week, ETA is on a mission to connect the dots between emerging technologies and the leaders shaping what’s next.

Presenting Partners

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    Fifth Third Bank

    PRESENTING PARTNER

    With over 160 years of financial leadership, Fifth Third Bank continues to drive forward-thinking innovation in the world of banking and fintech. Their commitment to empowering individuals and businesses with smart financial tools aligns perfectly with the AI-powered future of work.

  • A stylized logo with the text 'Axe AI' in dark blue, with the 'X' and 'E' creatively designed.

    Axe.AI

    PRESENTING PARTNER

    Axe.AI is redefining the future of data privacy and security in the age of artificial intelligence. With a mission to give organizations full control over their data, Axe.AI builds powerful, privacy-first infrastructure that enables secure AI adoption without compromise.

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    This Could Be You!

    ✧PRESENTING PARTNER✧

    Want to put your brand at the center of AI innovation? Join industry leaders as a sponsor of Columbus AI Week and get unmatched visibility, connection to top tech talent, and access to decision-makers shaping the future. Ready to claim your spot?

Featured Partners

  • Synapsa logo with a stylized orange and white intertwined 'S' icon on the left and the word 'Synapsa' in bold navy blue letters on the right.

    Synapsa

    FEATURED PARTNER

    Formerly known as Scheduler AI, Synapsa is redefining how professionals connect, communicate, and collaborate through AI-powered scheduling and productivity tools. Built to eliminate the friction of back-and-forth coordination, Synapsa uses intelligent automation to streamline workflows and maximize time across teams and industries.

  • Osano

    FEATURED PARTNER

    Osano is a leading data privacy platform designed to simplify global compliance with regulations like GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and LGPD. Its AI-powered tools automate consent management, vendor risk oversight, and regulatory assessments within a secure, unified interface.

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    This Could Be You!

    FEATURED PARTNER

    Want to put your brand at the center of AI innovation? Join industry leaders as a sponsor of Columbus AI Week and get unmatched visibility, connection to top tech talent, and access to decision-makers shaping the future. Ready to claim your spot?

Program Partners

Workshop Partners

Event Partners

“Arguably the best conference we’ve ever been to for Business Development and Forming Real Business Connections”

-Brett Ewing, Co-Founder & CEO of Axe.AI, National Sponsor of AI Week

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