August 23, 2026
“To serve as a convener of all.”
Our vision · Worthington, Ohio
Pull up a chair.
Since 1958, the Worthington Area Chamber has done one thing better than anyone: get all of Worthington in one room. Over 560 businesses. Eight networks. A staff of two who set the table.
One seat always open
The convening calendar
This week in the room
Full calendar →- Sep24 Customer Appreciation DayAkribis Veins & Vitality 121 W Wilson Bridge Rd Suite 310 Worthington OH 43085 Save a seat
- Sep24 2026 Bourbon, Brews & Blankets ChallengeCOhatch, Polaris, The Meridian Room Save a seat
- Sep25 Peter and the Wolf with Hixon DancePeggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington 777 Evening St. Worthington OH 43085 Save a seat
- Sep26 Peter and the Wolf with Hixon Dance777 Evening St. Worthington OH 43085 Save a seat
News from around the chamber
All news →
All of this is Worthington.
Old Worthington: brick sidewalks, an 1803 Village Green, and the street our members share. Small-town charm, minutes from Columbus.
Browse the district →The two who set it
A staff of two. A table for a town.
Call us. We’re here to help. (614) 888-3040
Annina Parini
President & CEO
Began November 1, 2025 — after ten years leading the Worthington Partnership.
Meet Annina →Eight networks
Eight tables, one chamber
Find your seat →Find the people, conversations and opportunities that fit your business.
Women’s Business Network
250+ women business leaders from greater Worthington and Central Ohio.
Explore the group →
Worthington Works
The chamber’s workforce initiative with the City of Worthington — meets monthly.
Explore the group →
Business Advocacy Council
Launched in 2025 — board members, civic leaders and executives of the area’s largest employers.
Explore the group →
Small Business Roundtable
A monthly small-business workshop — second Tuesday mornings.
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Ambassador Program
The chamber’s official welcoming committee — greeting new members and leading ribbon cuttings.
Explore the group →
RISE
Revitalizing Inclusion and Supporting Enterprise — uplifting diverse voices and empowering diverse businesses.
Explore the group →
New Connections Referral Group
One representative per industry — first and third Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. $75 a year plus a $35 one-time cost.
Explore the group →
Linworth Connect
Connect with neighboring businesses and the wider Worthington community.
Explore the group →The member directory
Who’s already a member
Over 560 businesses invest in this Chamber. Browse every one of them.
Restaurants & Cafés
Health Care & Wellness
Banks & Credit Unions
Real Estate & Property
Shopping & Specialty Retail
Non-Profit & Community
Since 1963
Once a year, High Street closes. 160+ exhibitors set up down the centerline.
Old Worthington Market Day — Saturday, October 3 · 9 AM–4 PM, from the Village Green to South Street
Meet local makers and enjoy a day in Old Worthington.
The forecast ritual
Every February, the City Manager, the Schools Superintendent and the Library Director brief the same room. You should be in it.
Connect with 80–150 key figures at every quarterly membership luncheon.
FEB 4
Groundhog Day Forecast Luncheon
The City Manager, Schools Superintendent and Library Director forecast the year ahead.
See every luncheon →
Membership
Your seat has a price card.
1–2 employees$235
3–9 employees$255
Sustaining seatsfrom $1,100
Plus a $50 one-time application fee at every level.
Every level, from retired business person ($55) to Platinum ($2,500) — and every one opens the whole room.
Affinity programs
What gets passed around
Member-only programs, yours from day one:
- Group Rated Health Insurance (SOCA + Anthem)
- Group Rated Workers Comp (Sedgwick)
- Credit Card Processing (PolyPay)
- SaveOnRX Prescription Savings
- Dolr - Beat Student Debt
- Newport Secure Retirement PEP
- Partnership Ship - Save on FedEx
- Notary and certificate-of-origin services
Leadership Worthington
Seven months. A cohort you’ll know for life.
Build connections. Make a difference in Worthington.
October through May, one Tuesday a month, 8 AM–2 PM. The Birkman Assessment up front, deep dives into the city, schools, arts and libraries — and a Service Day tradition since 1990.
- Third Tuesdays, 8 AM–2 PM, October–May
- $999 — scholarship available
- Service Day since 1990
Advocacy
The chamber’s chair at the city’s table
When the city plans, the chamber is in the room — and it publishes election guides and hosts candidate forums so members are too.
- Two Vision Worthington committees — 2023
- Comprehensive Plan & Age Friendly Worthington
- Candidate forums & election guides
“In 2023, the Chamber actively participated in two Vision Worthington committees and the hiring process of our new City Manager.”
Annual Chamber Gala
An evening together for the Worthington business community.
Annual Chamber Luncheon & Awards Ceremony
Businessperson of the Year
Chamber Champion
Volunteer of the Year
Board of Trustees
Who keeps the chairs full
Meet our Board of Trustees and community liaisons.
David Polakowski
Chair · The Harding-Buller Foundation
Jamie Barlett
Incoming Chair · PolyPay
Carlyn Pitterle
Secretary · Inkline Printing
Matt Gregory
Past Chair · NAI Ohio Equities
Scott Green
Treasurer · Park National Bank
Jeff Bell
Crown Point CPAs
Jill Bookhout
Worthington Enterprises
Jamie Cleverley
Cleverley + Associates
Sara Dunn
Ohio Health
Lori Godorhazy
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center
Jeri Lucco
ATD Business Consulting
Jeff Maddox
Non-voting liaison · Worthington School District
David McCorkleNon-voting liaison · City of Worthington
Ty NisthauzAllure Realty
Kate NovotnyWorthington Enterprises
Adam SammonsThe Way Mission Group
Chris WolfBoundless
The open seat, held for you