2025 STEM Innovation Forum

Welcome to the STEM Innovation Forum: Finding Common Ground: Embracing a Shared Vision to Ensure Continued Global STEM Leadership.

This unique event, presented in collaboration with Battelle Education, STEMx, and STEMconnector, will take place on November 17th and 18th, 2025, at the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), in Columbus, Ohio.

Join us for a high-impact, two-day convening of over 200 influential leaders from across the national STEM talent ecosystem—where innovative ideas are transformed into action and strategic partnerships are forged to shape the future of America’s STEM workforce.

Why Should You Attend?

Our nation faces ongoing challenges in meeting the demand for STEM talent. The Innovation Forum is designed to unite leaders from across the STEM education and workforce ecosystems to share, explore, and advance sustainable strategies for support of STEM education and career pathways.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of the future of innovation in STEM!

Please note, registration for STEMconnector, Million Women Mentors and STEMx members is free. Please reach out to [email protected] or Heather Sherman at [email protected] for member registration promo codes. Members will receive 2 complimentary registrations.

Travel Information

The event will be held at the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), in Columbus, Ohio. The nearest airport is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), which is roughly 15 minutes' drive, dependent on time of day.

We have secured a block of rooms at The Junto, conveniently located across the street from the event venue.

Please find relevant/booking details below:

• Booking link
• Booking Deadline: Oct. 27 or until sold out
• Rate: $189 + taxes and fees

Nearby hotels include:

• Holiday Inn
• Home2 Suites
• Westin
• The Capital Suites
• The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Center of Science and Industry (COSI), 333 West Broad Street, Columbus, United States