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March 20 - 22, 2026
2026 Annual Conference
Powering The Future: Strong Skills, Strong Minds
Columbus Marriott Northwest, Dublin, OH
2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
PREREGISTRATION ENDS 3/6/2026!
View all deadlines below, and be sure to register before 3/6/2026 to avoid additional fees!
HOTEL INFORMATION
The 2026 OCRA Annual Conference will be held March 20-22, 2026 at
Columbus Marriott Northwest
5605 Blazer Parkway
Dublin, Ohio
The OCRA room block was available through March 2, 2026.
To make reservations outside of the room block, contact Marriott Reservations at 800-228-9290. You can let them know you are a part of the Ohio Court Reporters Association 2026 Annual Conference in the event they are willing to extend the group rate after the March 2 closing date.
All OCRA activities will take place at the Columbus Marriott Northwest. Included in your OCRA room block is complimentary parking and internet.
REGISTRATION AND CONFERENCE INFO
Click here to register for the 2026 Annual Conference!
Click here for a PDF registration form
Students: Click here for the student registration form
Click here for the full 2026 Annual Conference brochure with exhibitor/sponsor info
Click here to view the 3-day schedule of events at a glance
Click here to view the full session descriptions and presenter bios
IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES
Early-Bird: Register by 11:59 p.m. on 2/6/2026 and you will be entered to win a free registration (full reimbursement of paid registration).
Registration Deadline: Deadline to preregister is 3/6/2026. Registrations received after 3/6/2026 and on-site will incur a $50 late processing fee.
Refunds: Full refunds are available prior to 3/6/2026. All voluntary cancellations after 3/6/2026 will incur a $50 cancellation processing fee.
Cancellation of Event Notice: If the 2026 Annual Conference is canceled due to COVID-19 or other restrictions, full refunds will be issued.
EXHIBITORS, VENDORS, AND SPONSORSHIPS
We can't do it without you and your support!
Interested in sponsoring or being a vendor? Click here to view the options within the registration form.
Ready to see your name below? Click here to sponsor now!
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Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski
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Event and Session Sponsors |
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Karoscik Realtime Contest ($450) |
Riffle Reporting Service |
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Hagestrom Cup Speed Contest ($450) |
Sarah Derbin, FAPR, RDR, CRR, CRC |
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Friday Early Afternoon Refreshment/Vendor Break ($300) |
Gee Reporting, LLC |
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Friday Late Afternoon Refreshment/Vendor Break ($300) |
Kevin Magee and Cindy LaRosa |
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Silent Auction ($500) |
Federal Official Court Reporters of the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio |
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Saturday Continental Breakfast ($400) |
PRI Court Reporting |
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Saturday Morning Refreshment/Vendor Break ($300) |
Midwest Reporting Service |
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Saturday Luncheon and Business Meeting ($600) |
Kim Falgiani, RDR, CRR, CRC, CSR(HI) |
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Saturday Afternoon Refreshment/Vendor Break ($300) |
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Saturday Night President's Reception ($850) |
OCRA Past Presidents |
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Sunday Continental Breakfast ($400) |
Breakfast with OCRA's Sues Sue Coots, Sue Gee, Sue Horak, Sue Ingraham, Sue Terry, and Sue Vadnal |
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Sunday Refreshment Break ($300) |
Blair Reporting Services |
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Speakers ($200 per session) |
Friday Sessions Sessions 1, 2, and 3:
Saturday Sessions Session 4: Session 5: Session 6: Session 7:
Sunday Sessions Sessions 8 and 9: |
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General Conference Sponsors |
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Powerhouse Level |
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High Voltage Level |
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Steady Current Level |
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Connected Circuit Level |
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Spark Level |
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Student "Rising Energy" Sponsors |
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Janie Blair Lance Boardman Susan Coots Sarah Derbin Kim Falgiani Janine Ferren Marie Fresch Susan Gee Susan Horak Susan Ingraham Maria DiPaolo Jones Allison Kimmel Kelly Linkowski Sandy Narup Todd Schludt
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2026 Annual Business Meeting and Luncheon Notice
2026-2027 Slate of Officers and Directors Announced
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Proposed Constitution and Bylaws Amendments Released
The 2026 Annual Business Meeting of the Ohio Court Reporters Association will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 12:15 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., at the Columbus Marriott Northwest, Dublin, Ohio. All OCRA members are encouraged to attend the Annual Business Meeting, which will take place during the Saturday Luncheon of the 2026 Annual Conference (preregistration is required).
Click here to view the full notice and the 2026-2027 Slate of OCRA Officers and Directors.
Saturday Night President's Party
Saturday, March 21, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Unplugged: The Power Behind Who We Are
Strong Skills. Strong Minds. Strong Individuals.
- Strong skills make us competent.
- Strong minds make us resilient.
- But it’s our differences that make us powerful.
After a few days focused on Powering the Future: Strong Skills, Strong Minds, the Saturday Night President’s Party invites us to unplug. (preregistration required)
Unplugged is a celebration of the passions, perspectives, and personalities that shape who we are beyond our professional roles. From athletes to artists, travelers to tech enthusiasts, readers to risk-takers - every interest, hobby, and hidden talent represented adds depth to our profession.
Join us for a fun, celebratory evening where we recognize that what makes us strong isn’t just what we do - it’s who we are. Dress as your favorite hobby or pastime (baker, guitarist, grandparent, traveler, scuba diver, yoga instructor, etc.) and help us celebrate the individuality that strengthens our association and powers our future.
A buffet dinner will be provided, along with DJ entertainment, a full dance floor, and a cash bar. And don’t be surprised if we “unplug” with a friendly little competition for best individual costume of the night!
To ensure the evening remains welcoming and inclusive for all, we kindly ask that costumes be professional, respectful, and non-political in nature. Let’s celebrate creativity and individuality in a way that reflects the integrity and unity of our profession and association.
605 North High Street | PMB 298 | Columbus, Ohio 43215
tel: (614) 300-0906
Email: info@ocraonline.com