COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — NBC4 is proud to sponsor the 2025 ACEs, PACEs and Addiction Summit, presented by Franklin County Public Health, on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the Quest Conference Center in Westerville, Ohio.

This impactful, community-focused event addresses Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), promotes Protective and Compensatory Experiences (PACEs), and inspires proactive approaches to combat addiction and support healing across Franklin County.

This year’s theme, “From Resilience to Action: Transforming ACEs Outcomes in Franklin County,” will guide a full day of education, collaboration, and empowerment among healthcare professionals, educators, social workers, community leaders, and advocates.

NBC4 Today anchor Matt Barnes will serve as emcee for the event, to this vital community conversation.

2025 ACEs, PACEs and Addiction Summit Event Details

Date: Monday, July 21, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Quest Conference Center, 9200 Worthington Road, Westerville, Ohio 43082
Admission: Free (Registration required, click here to register)

Attendees will hear from nationally recognized speakers, participate in expert-led sessions, and connect with local resources focused on building trauma-informed communities and systems of care.

NBC4’s sponsorship underscores its ongoing commitment to public health and advocacy work across Central Ohio. To learn more, visit the official summit page.