OTA Driver of the Year Banquet

Description

The Ohio Trucking Association (OTA) is proud to honor the industry’s safest commercial drivers through its Driver of the Year award. This recognition celebrates professional drivers who exemplify exceptional safety records, strong dedication to their profession, and an unwavering commitment to safer roadways.

Join us on Friday, March 13, for the Awards Celebration recognizing this year’s Driver of the Year Finalists. Held at The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center (formerly Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center) in Lewis Center, this special evening offers an opportunity to congratulate the finalists and be part of the announcement of the 2025 Driver of the Year.

Please reach out to Bradie Berry at bradie@ohiotrucking.org with questions. 

Awards Banquet Information: 

Event Date:
Friday, March 13, 2026
(Banquet registration deadline is Wednesday, March 4, 2026)

Schedule of Events:
5:30pm – Cocktail Reception
6:15pm – Dinner
7:15pm – Awards Ceremony

Event Location:
The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center
(formerly Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center)
100 Green Meadows Dr. S
Lewis Center, OH 43035

Hotel Accommodations:

A room block has been secured at The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center at a rate of $149 per night. To reserve, call (614) 880-4300 and reference “Ohio Trucking Association – Group Code 427547,” or book online here. Reservation deadline for the group rate: Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Refund Policy:
Our refund policy is as follows:

• You will receive a 100% refund if you cancel more than 10 days before the event.
• You will receive a 75% refund if you cancel more than 3 days before the event.
• You will receive no refund if you cancel less than 3 days before the event.
• No shows will be responsible to pay 100% of the registration fee.