//By invitation only · Columbus, Ohio
presents

Spend an afternoon with the change makers who had the courage to question the familiar — and build something better.

DATEThursday, September 24, 2026TIME3:00 – 7:00 PMVENUEPrototype — The Experimental Museum
01What is Change Makers?

Every year, G2O gathers a small group of regional leaders to learn from the people reimagining what's possible in their industries.

Come to hear from inspiring speakers, stay to explore the museum, and leave better prepared to look beyond the familiar — ready to reimagine what's next in your own work.

//Why we gather

What existsis onlythe beginning.

V.01 — REIMAGINE
04Day of

The afternoon, hour by hour

  1. 15:003:00 PM

    Doors open — early museum access

    Arrive early to explore Prototype's immersive exhibits before the program begins.

  2. 15:303:30 PM

    Registration & welcome reception

    Check in, grab a drink, and meet fellow attendees.

  3. 16:004:00 PM

    Opening speaker

    Our featured change maker takes the stage.

  4. 16:454:45 PM

    Panel — Leading through transformation

    An open conversation with influential change makers.

  5. 17:455:45 PM

    Reception & open museum

    The museum stays open for about an hour after the speakers wrap — keep exploring and connecting over food and drinks.

022026 Lineup

The change makers

A small stage. A few people who chose to question the familiar and build something better.

Matthew Santone
Speaker & Panelist

Matthew Santone

Principal Design ArchitectMicrosoft

Suzanne Guzzo
Speaker & Panelist

Suzanne Guzzo

Former Chief Marketing OfficerBuick / GMC

Kevin King
Speaker & Panelist

Kevin King

CEO & PresidentDonatos Pizza

//Keep building

Finished is justthe first step.

V.02 — REFINE
Inside Prototype — the experimental museum39.9489°N · 83.0094°W
03The venue

This year we gather at a place built for imagination. Every attendee gets to explore Prototype's “playground for experimentation, storytelling, and genuine human connection” before and after the program.

Explore the space
05A look back

Past Change Makers moments

A look back at the leaders who've shared their transformation stories at past Change Makers events.

See past speakers →
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