March 20 - 22, 2026

2026 Annual Conference

Powering The Future: Strong Skills, Strong Minds

Columbus Marriott Northwest, Dublin, OH

2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Late and On-Site Registration Still Available

See additional information below and register today!

Attending the conference?  Click here to view important important attendee information.

HOTEL AND LOCATION INFORMATION

The 2026 OCRA Annual Conference will be held March 20-22, 2026 at

Columbus Marriott Northwest
5605 Blazer Parkway
Dublin, Ohio

All OCRA activities will take place at the Columbus Marriott Northwest.

REGISTRATION AND CONFERENCE DETAILS

Attending the conference?  Click here to view important important attendee information.

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 on-site brochure

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

Registration Deadline: The deadline to preregister was 3/6/2026. Registrations received after 3/6/2026 and on-site will incur a $50 late processing fee.
Refunds: Full refunds were 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.

Frequently Asked Question:
Q. Why did the prices increase after 3/6/2026? 
A. Due to hotel contractual deadlines, OCRA must submit advance headcounts and incurs additional costs after those dates. The price increase helps offset those expenses.

2026 ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AND LUNCHEON NOTICE

2026-2027 Slate of Officers and Directors Announced

and

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 (preregistration is required).

Click here to view the full meeting notice, the 2026-2027 Slate of OCRA Officers and Directors, and the proposed Constitution and Bylaws Amendments.

HANDOUTS AND ON-SITE CONFERENCE UPDATES

Check back to this area leading up to and during the conference for handouts and announcements!

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VENDORS AND SPONSORS

 We can't do it without you and your support!

Interested in sponsoring?  Click here to view the options within the registration form.

Ready to see your name below?  Click here to sponsor now!

SILENT AUCTION INFORMATION

The OCRA Cardinal Foundation Silent Auction will be hosted online once again. 

All items will be available for bids beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20.  The Silent Auction tables will be set up to view in person by 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, and all bidding will close at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21.  Consider bringing an item or basket to the conference to be added to the online auction for bids.  Items big or small are happily accepted and, of course, a tax write-off!  All proceeds benefit the OCRA Cardinal Foundation.

Planning to donate an item (or two…or more)?

Please complete the donation form (click here) prior to the conference so we can properly account for your donation and include it on the Silent Auction site.

The online Silent Auction site will be live soon and the link and information will be provided here.

FUNDRAISING AND PRIZES

In addition to our main raffle – with the grand prize of a five-night stay in a two-bedroom, two-bath oceanfront condo, with parking, in Cherry Grove, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, along with $100 cash to spend – additional fundraising activities may take place during the weekend.  The full list of all 2026 main raffle prizes will soon be available and will be posted in this area.

You can purchase your main raffle tickets in person throughout the conference or purchase your tickets online now by clicking here.  Don’t miss your chance to win great prizes available this year – all in support of our association and profession right here in Ohio! 

(Winners need not be present to win.)

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.