Meet the Columbus Partnership

The Columbus Partnership is a non-profit, membership-based organization of CEOs from Columbus’ leading businesses and institutions. 

Founded in 2002 by Les Wexner, Jack Kessler, and the late John F. Wolfe, the organization was built on the belief that by bringing together the Region’s top CEOs in a collaborative, focused effort, they could help drive meaningful economic growth and prosperity for Columbus.

What began as eight CEOs evolved into the Partnership’s current membership base of more than 70 leaders who represent the Columbus business community. 

The Partnership strategically considers how to uphold the shared vision to be the most prosperous region in the U.S. Leaders from member organizations and others convene to address opportunities to advance economic development, smart mobility, public policy, education, leadership development, philanthropy, community branding, and downtown development.