Downtown Connect

​Downtown Connect is your monthly morning gathering where local creatives, business professionals, and community leaders come together to share stories, spark ideas, and build meaningful connections over coffee. Hosted by CYP Club and DRAC, this series unites our community through authentic conversations with civic leaders, community organizations, and downtown Columbus movers and shakers — all working to make the heart of our city even stronger.

​When: Wednesday, August 20 from 7:30-9am

​Where: This month, join us for a special food truck breakfast at Columbus Commons (160 S High St) before we head across the street to the new Downtown Innovation Lab (139 S High St) for coffee and conversations

​Guest Speaker: This month, we will welcome Greg Davies, CEO of Downtown Columbus, Inc.

​Agenda:
☕ 7:30am – Arrival & Open Networking
🎤 8:00am – Event Welcome & Introductions
👥 8:15am – Introduction of Guest Speaker, Greg Davies, CEO of Downtown Columbus, Inc.
❓ 8:35am – Q&A & Closing Announcements
👋 8:45am – Event Ends

​Cost: It’s $5 to attend for members and guests (free for CYP Club Premium members and DRAC - Downtown Residents Association of Columbus members)! Coffee is included and all are welcome.

​Each Downtown Connect gathering is geared toward young business professionals who live and work downtown—though all are welcome—providing the perfect opportunity to make connections and gain career insights and inspiration from a guest speaker each time. Don’t miss this chance to kickstart your day with coffee, conversations, and community!