Get started by selecting your preferred membership:
This membership option is for those who wish to attend an ECI course and complete their accreditation in-person.
$44
This membership option is for those who wish to complete their ECI accreditation virtually.
$39
This membership option is for high school students or those who attend one of Central Ohio's universities.
$20
This membership option is for those who have been an Experience Columbus Insider for one year or longer.
$30
As an accredited Experience Columbus Insider, enjoy:
The ability to display your ECI accreditation anywhere professional certifications are listed, such as your email signature, resumé, LinkedIn, etc.
Access to the private ECI LinkedIn group to interact with other Insiders.
Invitations to dress rehearsals and opening nights of performances by the Short North Stage, BalletMet, Opera Columbus, and more.
Access to ECI-exclusive webinars, networking events, and behind-the-scenes tours.
Discounts at local businesses in Columbus.
And more!
“ Since moving to Columbus in 2014, I’ve enjoyed exploring the city—but joining the Experience Columbus Insider Program in 2024 truly took things to a whole new level. I only wish I had known about it sooner! Through ECI, I’ve discovered so much more about the neighborhoods, the arts, and the vibrant energy that makes Columbus special. I’ve had the chance to experience Opera Columbus, BalletMet, Short North Theatre, Ohio Tourism Day, Watershed Distillery, the Columbus Arts Festival, happy hour at The Kitchen, and even danced my way through Jeni’s & Land Grant’s Strawberry Jam Festival—and that’s just a partial list! I already have more exciting adventures lined up. What really stands out is the warm community. I’ve met so many kind and interesting people through ECI. There’s never any pressure to volunteer—just opportunities to have fun, learn, and connect. I’ve never had so much fun giving back. Volunteering with ECI has been one of the best parts of my Columbus experience.”
Rita Haider
Experience Columbus is the destination marketing organization for the Columbus region dedicated to growing visitor spending and enhancing the visitor experience. In 2024, visitors made 53.2 million trips to Greater Columbus for conventions, trade shows, sporting and leisure visits, spending $8.2 billion. It's our job to show off Columbus to visitors and we hope you will help us do this by becoming an Insider!
