LaunchPad | April 23, 2026

LaunchPad brings together the Dayton entrepreneurial community to learn, connect, and grow. It’s where business takes off!

This free, community-focused event series is designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and creatives who want practical tools and meaningful connections. From January to July, each gathering offers expert-led sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities that deliver actionable insights you can put to work right away. Together, these events build momentum leading up to Launch Dayton Startup Week, taking place from September 15–17, 2026.

Event Schedule

• 9:00 am – Doors Open
• 9:30–11:00 am – Speed Networking Sessions
• 11:15–12:00 pm – Tracey Obenour: What Your Branding Is Saying
• 12:15–1:15 pm – Panel Discussion: Consistency Across Touchpoints
• 1:30–2:15 pm – Jon Powell: Your Website Is a Sales Tool
• 2:30–4:00 pm – Happy Hour & Networking (Drinks provided)
• 5:00 pm – Doors Close

Breakfast, lunch, and happy hour drinks provided!

Guest Speakers

• Tracey Obenour, Design & Production Manager at Downtown Dayton Partnership (presenter, panalist)
• Jon Powell, Managing Partner at Christopher & Mae (presenter, panalist)
• Matt Meier, Owner & Creative Director at Ligature Creative (panalist)
• Megan Peters, Marketing & Community Partnerships Manager at Dayton Arcade (panel moderator)

Presentation Topics

• What Your Branding Is Saying: How branding shapes perception and creates clarity or confusion.
• Consistency Across Touchpoints: Align every customer interaction to reinforce your message and build trust.
• Your Website Is a Sales Tool: Improve your website by aligning SEO, content, and user experience.

Title Sponsors: Fifth Third Bank & Winsupply

We extend our sincere gratitude to Fifth Third Bank and Winsupply, our title sponsors, for their continued commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship across the Launch Dayton community. Their partnership helps us keep these events free and accessible for all.

Learn more at https://launchdayton.com/events/launchpad