Nov04 2026 General Election Recap
Elections determine who will shape the laws, regulations, budgets, and public programs affecting Ohio’s banks, their customers, and the communities they serve. For OBL, staying engaged throughout the election and transition process is not about party politics. It is about a holistic advocacy engagement approach ensuring that policymakers understand the banking industry’s role in supporting issues like credit access, housing, small businesses, economic development, and financial security.
Yesterday, the 2026 General Election and its results create a significantly different governing environment in Columbus and Washington for the coming years. A new state administration, narrower legislative majorities, and divided government at the state and federal level will require early outreach, strong bipartisan relationships, and continued education on the practical effects public-policy decisions have on Ohio banks and their customers.
Here is a recap of the non-certified results in Ohio.
Nov04 OBL Invites Members to Learn More About BankChain Alliance and the Future of Banking
The Ohio Bankers League invites members to join an upcoming webinar to learn more about BankChain Alliance, an industry-led initiative designed to ensure banks remain at the forefront of financial innovation and the rapidly evolving payments landscape.
The OBL has joined forces with state bankers associations across the country to help develop a new banking network that is designed by banks, owned by the banking industry, and governed by the institutions that use it. The Alliance now brings together associations representing banks in 42 states, with a shared goal of building modern financial infrastructure that benefits institutions of all sizes.
Nov04 OBL Main Event: Three Days of Learning, Connection and Celebration
The Ohio Bankers League welcomed more than 500 bankers, industry partners and exhibitors to Columbus for three days of education, networking and celebration. With a record number of exhibitors, inspiring speakers and a special appearance by Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould, this year’s event was one for the books.
We celebrated the outstanding individuals and institutions making a difference across Ohio banking, including our Industry Award winners, Milestone Award recipients and 17 banks recognized with the OBL Five Pillars Award for their commitment to our organization and the industry.
Congratulations to all of our honorees and a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, exhibitors and attendees for making the 2026 Main Event such a tremendous success. We couldn’t do it without you!
Read the full recap and see all of this year’s award winners.