Columbus Power 100 / Most Influential Business Leaders

Overview

Columbus Business First’s Power list (often branded as the Power 100 or Power 125) is an editorial ranking of the most influential business leaders shaping Central Ohio’s economy. It is researched and curated by the newsroom, not based on applications or fees, and highlights executives, civic leaders, and other key decision-makers across sectors. Companies and leaders value inclusion as a regional credibility marker and visibility boost, but it functions as a purely editorial honor rather than a formal, applied-for award.

Eligibility Requirements

• Influential business or civic leader with significant impact on Central Ohio’s economy or business community
• Selected editorially by Columbus Business First staff; no formal nomination or application process required
• Typically holds a senior leadership, ownership, or high-impact public role within the Columbus region