The Fisher Prize

A prestigious honor. A meaningful exchange of ideas. A lasting legacy.

Established in 1998 to honor Max M. Fisher’s legacy as a business leader, philanthropist and statesman, the Fisher Prize is a prestigious recognition reserved for globally renowned thought leaders whose scholarship and leadership have driven impact and advanced understanding of the world’s most pressing economic and business challenges.

The Prize brings an internationally distinguished mind to The Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business for an exclusive residency connecting their expertise with Fisher faculty and students, Ohio State leaders and prominent Columbus business executives.

Backed by Fisher, Ohio State’s Office of the President and the Columbus Partnership, the Fisher Prize convenes influential voices across academia and business, celebrating exceptional achievement while fostering an exchange of ideas with lasting impact across the region.

An exceptional legacy of thought leadership

Past Fisher Prize recipients include leaders whose ideas and actions have shaped business, public policy and our understanding of the world.