2019 Great Miami Riverway Summit

After winning a state tourism award, garnering national media coverage as a “Next Best Paddling Town,” and reporting a $773 million tourism impact, the Great Miami Riverway is hosting its annual Great Miami Riverway Summit on April 19, presented by the Troy Foundation.

Community leaders, developers, business owners, and elected officials from five southwest Ohio counties will take the stage. The region’s economic development, workforce attraction, and regional initiatives are discussed through expert panels and guest speakers. Colorado Tourism is joining the group as this year’s keynote presentation and 40 exhibitors will showcase Riverway communities, attractions, and national associations.

"The National Aviation Heritage Area is comprised of 16 aviation sites in an 8 county region, several of which are in the Great Miami Riverway. The visitor and community experience on and along the river is critical to the success of the heritage area. I would encourage any organization that shares an audience with the river to attend the Riverway Summit. You will learn the latest initiatives and be able to pinpoint potential collaborations." - Mackensie Wittmer, Executive Director NAHA

Sessions include behind-the-scenes updates from over $500 million in Great Miami Riverway investments, commercial video launches, a panel discussion on the region’s newest health initiative, and a keynote speaker from Colorado Tourism. 

"The Great Miami Riverway has become a catalyst for driving significant momentum in our towns, parks, businesses, and beyond," says Jacob Stone, City of Hamilton. "Summit leaves people excited for the future and sparks new creative ideas for how to connect authentically with other communities along the Riverway."

Venue: Hobart Arena, 255 Adams St., Troy, OH 45373

Time: Doors open at 8am. Sessions last through lunch and end by 1:30pm.

Tickets: $15, lunch and all presentations included https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-great-miami-riverway-summit-tickets-50278426126 

• FIND YOUR WAY: THE BRAND, THE DEVELOPMENTS, AND THE FUTURE
  Explore behind the scenes of the Riverway brand and learn about the initiatives planned for 2019. New events, programs, creative media, and partnerships will be showcased.
• COMMUNITY UPDATES
  A fast-paced overview of $500 million in Riverway investments and developments. Hear from city, park, and regional representatives on what to look for in 2019 and beyond.
• CHILDREN’S RX FOR NATURE
  Panel discussion on the region’s newest initiative. Dayton Children’s Hospital, Miami County Park District, Premier Health – Upper Valley Medical Center and Miami County Public Health have partnered to raise awareness of the importance of outdoor, nature-based activities as a compliment to disease prevention and treatment strategies already in place.
• KEYNOTE SPEAKER, COLORADO TOURISM
  The Colorado Tourism Roadmap features the voices of more than 1,000 tourism industry professionals, elected leaders, and Coloradans. The Roadmap sharply defines the Colorado tourism industry’s mission, creating a focus on driving traveler spending rather than simply attracting increasing numbers of visitors. It also broadens the industry’s role from a singular focus on tourism promotion to incorporate development of new tourism experiences, support for responsible tourism practices and stronger, more direct advocacy.