Tuesday, May 13, 2025
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Ohio University, Athens, Ohio
Baker University Center Ballroom
In-person and Virtual Option
The Appalachian Ohio State of the Region (SOTR) Conference brings public officials, economic development experts, business and organizational leaders to discuss issues related to economic growth in Appalachia Ohio. The conference is in partnership with Ohio University and Ohio’s four Local Development Districts. The theme for the conference this year is “Building Thriving Communities” .
Topics of discussion will be on:
- Housing
- Tourism
- Childcare
- Downtown Development
This year, Eastgate’s own Appalachian Regional Commission Program Manager, Kathy Zook, will serve as a panelist on the “Downtown Development” session and moderator of the housing panel. Additionally, our region will also be represented by Ian Beniston Executive, Director of the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation (YNDC) to showcase the success of affordable housing in Youngstown during the housing panel.
For more information and registration visit: 2025 Appalachian Ohio State of the Region Conference
Questions, contact: Kathy Zook at kzook@eastgatecog.org