The Zoo and You: Doing Business Together

February 12, 2026, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's Africa Event Center

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Agenda

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.: Registration

9:00 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.: Welcome and Opening Remarks

9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Panel Discussion I 

  • Sustainability
  • Information Technology
  • Events and Promotions
  • Advertising and Marketing

9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Panel Discussion II

  • Facilities
  • Planning and Design
  • Construction
  • Special Projects

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.: Community Resource Panel

10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.: Community Partner Panel

11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Networking Session

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