10/20/2026
Emerging Leaders Complete Session 4 at the Ohio State Capitol
The OAIMA Emerging Leaders Program concluded its 2026 experience with a session on Organizational Dynamics, Change Management, Association Engagement and the Legislative Process.
Day two featured a tour of the Ohio Statehouse where participants visited the House and Senate Chambers and learned about the legislative process along with the fasinating history of Ohio’s capitol. State Senator Steve Huffman joined the group in the Senate North Hearing room to share his experience in the legislative process.
The 2026 Emerging Leaders visit the Ohio Statehouse
Following the Statehouse tour, the leaders visited with OAIMA partner, CHW Advisors to get an in-depth analysis of the legislative and lawmaking process and learn how lobbyist and constituents interact with the general assembly to ensure good laws and policy decisions. Thank you to Matt Carle and his team for an informative and educational session.
The 2026 Emerging Leaders in the Ohio Senate Chamber
The Emerging leaders then enjoyed a formal dinner and dining-etiquette training at the Athletic Club of Columbus.
For the final segment, OAIMA Board President, Rob Rosell (Olen Corp.) spoke about his perspectives on leadership and how continued networking, participation and support of the OAIMA and its programs can help build a rewarding and successful career in the aggregates and industrial minerals industry.
Graduates of the 2026 OAIMA Emerging Leaders Program will be recognized at the OAIMA Annual meeting on Thursday, November 19th.