

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: IMA Ohio Finance & Accounting Summit 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: IMA Ohio Council 1st Annual Summit: Early Bird Pricing $200 through January 26, 2026 ($225 thereafter), $25 Student. Hope to see you there!About this EventIMA Ohio Finance &amp; Accounting Summit 2026Join us at the IMA Ohio Finance &amp; Accounting Summit 2026, hosted at the Quest Conference Center – Polaris. This full-day, in-person event brings together finance and accounting professionals for expert-led sessions, practical insights, and meaningful networking opportunities. It’s the perfect chance to expand your knowledge, connect with peers, and stay current in a rapidly evolving profession. The first 75 registrants will receive a copy of Alan Mallory’s Book “Summits of Self”!To make your visit easier, IMA members have access to exclusive discounted hotel rates at nearby Polaris-area hotels. Room blocks are limited, so early reservations are encouraged.Hampton Inn &amp; Suites by Hilton Columbus–PolarisRate: $129 per nightDeadline: January 29, 2026Conveniently located on Pulsar Place with modern amenities and complimentary breakfast.Fairfield by Marriott Inn &amp; Suites Columbus PolarisRate: $109 per nightDeadline: January 27, 2026Located on Worthington Road, offering easy access to the conference center, breakfast included.Secure your room early and get ready for a valuable day of professional learning and growth! Reserve using the “IMA Ohio Conference” group rate link.Agenda?: 07:00 AM - 08:00 AMBreakfast/Networking?: 08:00 AM - 08:05 AMWelcome Chair of SummitHost: J. Stephen McNally, CMA, CPA?: 08:05 AM - 09:00 AMArtificial IntelligenceHost: Mike DePrisco, IMA CEO?: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AMCyber SecurityHost: John Iannarelli, ESQ, CSP FBI Special Agent (Ret.)Info: By attending this session, participants will:
Understand the cyber vulnerabilities to your business.
Learn how to avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime.
Know what to do if a cybercriminal attacks.
This presentation references FBI John’s books Disorderly Conduct and WTF: Why Teens Fail and What to Fix, a guide to being safe on the Internet and elsewhere.?: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AMMorning Break?: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AMStrategic Planning in an Era of High Economic UncertaintyHost: Gaby Lahoud, Chair ORC?: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PMEconomic Development Incentives Demystified: Every Finance Leader Should KnowHost: Toby Rittner, President &amp; CEO CDFAInfo: By attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify key economic development finance programs and incentives available to Ohio businesses across local, state, and federal levels.
- Evaluate which development tools and partnerships best align with their organization’s growth strategies and financial goals.
- Apply practical steps for engaging with economic development organizations and leveraging available resources to maximize business impact.?: 12:15 PM - 01:10 PMLunch and IMA UpdateHost: Mike DePrisco, IMA CEO?: 01:10 PM - 02:40 PMCrucial Communication Team Building Secrets Every Confident Leader Should KnowHost: Kristie StockerInfo: Leadership?: 02:40 PM - 03:00 PMAfternoon Break?: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PMLeadership &amp; Ethics: Lessons from the FBIHost: John Iannarelli, ESQ, CSP FBI Special Agent (Ret.)Info: By attending this session, participants will:
Learn how to identify the traits that promote leadership and ethics.
Hear effective strategies for expanding leadership capabilities. 
Learn how to leverage employee skills to enhance success.
This presentation references FBI John’s latest book, Disorderly Conduct. ?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM'Reaching New HeightsHost: Alan Mallory, Writer and AdventurerInfo: By attending this session, participants will learn:
- Developing an adaptive and growth-oriented mindset
- Empowering team members to confidently make informed decisions
- Practical tools to stay agile and integrate lessons learned quickly
- Managing focus under pressure and through incremental goals
- Techniques to build resilience and persevere through adversity
- Fostering psychological well-being to sustain long-term performance
- How to develop trust, respect, and strong cohesion within teams
- Effective risk management for anticipating and responding to challenges?: 05:00 PMClosing Remarks/Social Hour/Networking
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/westerville/ima-ohio-finance-and-accounting-summit-2026/100001970623693515
- **Event Categories**: business, conferences, art, literary-art, artificial-intelligence
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 225, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Westerville
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Quest Conference Center - Polaris
- **lat**: 40.1373197
- **long**: -82.96939379999999
- **full address**: Quest Conference Center - Polaris, 9200 Worthington Road, Westerville, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Ohio Regional Council of the IMA (https://allevents.in/org/ohio-regional-council-of-the-ima/27198526)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Quest Conference Center - Polaris, 9200 Worthington Road, Westerville, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 25 up to 225 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Ohio Regional Council of the IMA
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, conferences, art, literary-art, artificial-intelligence
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about IMA Ohio Finance & Accounting Summit 2026 ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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