Artificial intelligence is transforming everything—from how Central Ohioans work to how companies make decisions. But can innovation happen without leaving people behind? This week's Columbus Metropolitan Club forum explores Central Ohio's rapidly evolving AI ecosystem with experts who are shaping the future of tech in the region.

Featuring:

Mike Cohn, Vice President of Network Operations, CoverMyMeds

Nathan Craig, Associate Professor, Operations and Business Analytics, The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business

Nicole Jackson, Principal AI Consultant and AI Practice Lead, Optimum Technology

Guru Vasudeva, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Property & Casualty, Nationwide

The host is John Hrusovsky, Managing Director, Synexis Consulting

This forum was sponsored by The Ohio State University and Improving

The presenting sponsor of the CMC livestream was The Center for Human Kindness at the Columbus Foundation. CMC's livestream partner was The Columbus Dispatch. This forum was also supported by The Ellis. This forum was recorded before a live audience at The Ellis in Columbus' historic Italian Village on August 6, 2025.