OHIO CHAMBER PRESENTS 2024 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AND LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS
The Ohio Chamber of Commerce held its 2024 Impact Ohio Post-General Election Conference on November 7 at COSI. This recurring event offers attendees the first post-election opportunity to hear directly from the leaders who will shape Ohio’s policy and political agenda for the upcoming biennium. The event featured remarks from Ken- tucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Former Presidential Can- didate Vivek Ramaswamy, Senator-Elect Bernie Moreno and more. Panels com- prised of Ohio legislators, Ohio Con- gressmen and election and campaign experts dissected the November 2024 election and looked ahead to next year’s political outlook.
As part of the day’s programming, the Ohio Chamber presented the JoAnn Davidson Lifetime Achievement Award and the Legislator of the Year Awards. State Representative Bill Seitz was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the state and his lifelong dedication to its growth and develop- ment. “Rep. Seitz is widely recognized as one of the most hardworking and effective leaders in the Ohio State- house,” said Ohio Chamber President & CEO Steve Stivers. “He has served our state and its people for many years, and we are proud to recognize his continual efforts to improve life for all Ohioans with this award.” Additionally, two State Senators and two State Representatives were recognized as the 2024 Legislators of the Year: Sen. Hearcel Craig, Sen. Bob Hackett, Rep. Dani Isaacsohn and Rep. Andrea White. “We are proud to honor these legislators, all of whom have been great advocates for and partners of the busi- ness community in 2024,” said Stivers. “They have each gone above and beyond to establish and promote policies that support job creation, innovation and long-term economic growth. Their leadership truly makes a difference for our state’s business owners and residents.” Rep. Bill Seitz currently represents Ohio’s 30th House District, which consists of Cheviot, Delhi Township, Green and portions of Cincinnati in Hamilton County. Rep. Seitz also previously served in the Ohio Senate. He has held the position of House Majority Floor Leader since 2017, serving under five different speakers and two interim speakers. Throughout his career, Rep. Seitz has focused on energy, tort reform and other policy areas that affect Ohio’s business climate. He has also been a mentor to other policymakers, helping them to learn the Ohio Legislature and navigate their public service careers. After 24 years in the Ohio General As- sembly, Rep. Seitz has decided to retire at the end of his current term.
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