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July 14, 2026
Welcoming Visitors to Columbus and Inspiring Them to Explore Ohio
Every year, millions of people visit the Greater Columbus Convention Center to attend conventions, trade shows, sporting events and meetings.
For many of them, it’s one of their very first experiences with Columbus. And often, it’s one of their first experiences with Ohio.
That’s what makes this new partnership between the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (FCCFA) and the Ohio Department...
May 26, 2026
People in Places: Joe Shaw
Joe Shaw is the Director of Event Management and Parking for the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC). Since the 1980s, Joe has played a pivotal role in every event and gathering that the Convention Center has hosted. Across the last 40+ years, Joe has witnessed the facility’s evolution to a...
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May 21, 2026
Meet Dean Dennis: Leading the Next Chapter at the Convention Center
Legends Global, the operator of the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC), has welcomed a new leader at a pivotal time for Columbus’ continued growth.
Dean Dennis, a respected industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience, started his role in March. From overseeing major renovations to leading high-performing venues across...
May 21, 2026
Partnering with Industry Experts to Chart the Future of the FCCFA Campus
The next chapter of the FCCFA Campus is officially underway and the first step is choosing the right partners to help shape it.
In April, the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (FCCFA) issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify a planning and design team capable of leading a comprehensive master...
February 19, 2026
2025: A Year of Momentum for Columbus
2025 was a year of growth for Columbus travel and tourism – and disciplined leadership at the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (FCCFA).
As the steward of the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Hilton Columbus Downtown, and Nationwide Arena, the FCCFA drove strong performance, made smart reinvestments, and advanced long-term planning, building...
February 19, 2026
25 Years Strong: Nationwide Arena’s Impact – and What’s Next
At 25, Nationwide Arena remains a powerful public asset – driving jobs, tax revenue, and visitor spending. An independent economic impact study underscores its value and the investment needed to keep it competitive for decades to come
An independent, third-party economic impact study conducted by Vista Site Selection confirms the Arena’s...
February 19, 2026
Shaping the Future of the FCCFA Campus
For nearly four decades, the FCCFA has served as a thoughtful steward of the public assets that support Columbus’ visitor economy and downtown vitality. As the city continues to grow, the FCCFA is preparing to launch a comprehensive master planning effort to guide the next chapter of the FCCFA campus.
As...
December 16, 2025
Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority Secures Columbus City Council Support for Renovation and Modernization of Nationwide Arena
COLUMBUS, OHIO, Dec. 16, 2025 – The Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (FCCFA) secured the support of Columbus City Council and has taken a critical first step toward funding the proposed $400 million renovation and modernization of Nationwide Arena. Columbus City Council unanimously approved two ordinances that establish the framework...
December 9, 2025
Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority Advances Plan to Fund $400 million Renovation and Modernization of Nationwide Arena
COLUMBUS, OH – The Franklin County Convention Facility Authority (FCCFA) is advancing a plan to fund the $400 million renovation and modernization of Nationwide Arena proposed earlier this year. The FCCFA is the public authority that owns Nationwide Arena, the Greater Columbus Convention Center and Hilton Columbus Downtown. Nationwide Arena...
