2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center

February 11 & 12, 2026

The 2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference unites national experts, state leaders, and local innovators in problem gambling prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery, research, administration, and safer-play. Presentations are designed for professionals who work in problem gambling prevention and treatment, as well as healthcare providers interested in how behaviors like gambling, substance use, and mental health issues are interconnected. Gambling operators and regulators interested in understanding risks and collaborating with community service providers should participate.

Call for presentations for the 2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference are open now until October 28.

Conference Information

Registration Details

Hotel Information

Sponsorship & Exhibiting

Registration Details

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference taking place at The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center on February 11-12, 2026.

Full Conference Two-Day Admission (Both February 11 and 12): $200

Single-Day Admission (Either February 11 or 12): $125

Register Now

Hotel Information

The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center 
100 Green Meadows Dr S

Lewis Center, OH 43035

Reserve a Room

Reservations may also be made over the phone at

614-880-4300 using group number: 413232.

Guests have until January 12 to reserve a room in the group block.



Located on a 15-acre park-like setting just minutes from the city’s finest shopping, dining and entertainment, the Ohioan Hotel & Event Center is an inspiring oasis that offers every imaginable amenity in one place: a full-service Ohio convention center, a separate dining room with award-winning cuisine, a luxury hotel, charming pub, unique recreation and entertainment options, relaxing courtyards, poolside patios and service that is second to none.



 Open Call for Proposals

Conference workshops will be formatted as 90-minute interactive workshops to a live audience. The focus of the workshops is applying learned skills in a collective and collaborative environment. Breakout sessions will be selected based on their potential for impact to the field, merit to the science or practice, and interest to conference attendees.

Applications will be comprised of a few key elements:
  • Credentials & Bios for ALL presenters
  • Resumes for ALL presenters
  • Session Title
  • Session Abstract
  • Timed Agenda
  • 3-5 Learning Objectives


If you wish to submit multiple presentations, please submit each one individually.


Submissions can be completed through the Google Form below and must be done so by Tuesday, Oct. 29. Contact LeAnté Allgood with any questions at LAllgood@PGNOhio.org.

Submit a Proposal


The Ohio Problem Gambling Conference offers the opportunity for non-profit organizations and corporations to  directly market to a wide variety of professionals through sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities. For more information, please click the appropriate link below.


Problem Gambling Network of Ohio, through funding by OhioMHAS and ORG (Ohio for Responsible Gambling), is providing up to 10 scholarships for those in recovery, or that have a family member in recovery, from gambling disorder to attend the 2025 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference.


Preference will be given based on: 

  • The date at which the application is received (the sooner the better)
  • Geographical diversity
  • Contribution to the recovery community
  • Availability of funds


 Qualifying Reimbursement Components May Include:

  • Conference Registration Fee
  • Mileage
  • Overnight Lodging (for individuals that live more than 45 miles from the conference location)
  • Non-conference meals (up to the GSA rate)


Apply Now

The 2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference is brought to you by PGNO with support from Ohio for Responsible Gambling (ORG).