“To serve as a convener of all.”
Our vision · Worthington, Ohio
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
September 27, 2026
Fall Ballot Guide: Know Before You Vote — Four charter amendments are on this November's ballot, and they're not all the same. The Chamber recommends YES on Issues #35, #36, and #37, and NO on Issue #38. Read our full breakdown of what each measure means for Worthington.
Read the story →September 23, 2026
Show your Worthington pride with our new T-Shirt Collection, designed by Conspire and printed by Inkline Printing, with all proceeds funding a scholarship for a TWHS or WKHS student pursuing a business degree. Order online for pickup at Inkline Printing or buy yours in person at Market Day on Saturday, October 3!
Read the story →August 23, 2026
Old Worthington: brick sidewalks, an 1803 Village Green, and the street our members share. Small-town charm, minutes from Columbus.
Browse the district →A staff of two. A table for a town.
Call us. We’re here to help. (614) 888-3040
Annina Parini
President & CEO
Annina led The Worthington Partnership for ten years — including the nationally recognized Worthington Farmers Market — and spearheaded the city’s first DORA ordinance before joining the chamber in November 2025. She moved over to take the reins at the Chamber in Nov 2025.
Meet Annina →Find the people, conversations and opportunities that fit your business.
250+ women business leaders from greater Worthington and Central Ohio.
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Launched in 2025 — board members, civic leaders and executives of the area’s largest employers.
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Revitalizing Inclusion and Supporting Enterprise — uplifting diverse voices and empowering diverse businesses.
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A monthly small-business workshop — second Tuesday mornings.
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One representative per industry — first and third Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. $75 a year plus a $35 one-time cost.
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The chamber’s official welcoming committee — greeting new members and leading ribbon cuttings.
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The chamber’s workforce initiative with the City of Worthington — meets monthly.
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Connect with neighboring businesses and the wider Worthington community.
Explore the group →Over 560 businesses invest in this Chamber. Browse every one of them.
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.
Connect with 80–150 key figures at every quarterly membership luncheon.
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.
Member-only programs, yours from day one:
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.
When the city plans, the chamber is in the room — and it publishes election guides and hosts candidate forums so members are too.
“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
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
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