Industry Events

See upcoming Visit Canton industry partner events, and learn about conferences, conventions, expos, and other major events and festivals coming to the area.

Plan for major events happening in Stark County that could impact your business. Learn about industry networking events and professional development seminars. Plus, discover opportunities to exhibit at community events to promote your business.

Upcoming Stark County Tournaments, Conventions, & Conferences

Visit Canton Industry Events
Charitable University

📅 Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: MAPS Air Museum

Strengthening Stark County’s Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations

Join us for Charitable University, an important training opportunity for board members, staff, volunteers, and leadership of Stark County nonprofit and charitable organizations presented by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. Admission is free to attend this event, but advanced registration is required by June 8, 2026.

The training will cover topics including:

- Board governance
- Government filings and recordkeeping
- Financial activities
- Fundraising best practices

The evening’s training will be led by Beth Short, Director of Charitable Outreach and Education for the Ohio Attorney General’s Charitable Law Section. Participants will receive completion credit through the Charitable University program, with recognition listed on the Attorney General’s website.

The Stark County Federation of Conservation Clubs, Stark County Local History Group, Visit Canton, and MAPS Air Museum are proud to host this collaborative community training opportunity.

Have questions about the event? Reach out to Lynette Santoro-Au, Charitable Outreach Coordinator – Charitable Law, Office of Ohio Attorney General at Lynette.Santoro-Au@ohioago.gov

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND
Visit Canton Partner Huddles

Visit Canton Partner Huddles are quarterly gatherings that provide updates, resources, and opportunities to collaborate. They offer partners a chance to connect, ask questions, and stay aligned on initiatives that strengthen our communities. If you’d like to receive an invitation or have a suggestion for a small-group meeting, please email Allison Gromofsky.

Upcoming Huddles:

Visit Canton Partner Huddle
Thursday, June 18th at 12:00 PM | VIRTUAL - Zoom Link

Visit Canton Partner Huddle
Thursday, October 15th at 12:00 PM | Visit Canton Downtown Offices

Register for Zoom Linke for June 18th Partner Huddle
Step Into Stark Emerging Talent Luncheon

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Gervasi Vineyard

We encourage you to send your summer interns, emerging professionals, and young team members to the upcoming Step Into Stark Luncheon. Cost is $25 per person and includes networking and luncheon.

This special event is designed to help young professionals feel connected, supported, and excited about building their future right here in Stark County.

We’re especially excited that Ally Bussey, Visit Canton President & CEO, will present “The Stark Contrast: Why Your Life is Better Here,” highlighting the energy, opportunity, and lifestyle advantages that make Stark County a place young professionals want to stay and grow.

This is a great opportunity to invest in your future workforce, help your interns build local connections, and introduce them to the incredible quality of life and career opportunities available throughout our community.

Presented by the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, Strengthening Stark, and Visit Canton.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND

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