Vinita Mehra Named to Columbus Business First’s 2026 Executives of the Year
Vinita Mehra, a director and leader of Kegler Brown’s Global Business and Global Education practice areas, has been named to Columbus Business First’s 2026 Executives of the Year.
Business First’s Executives of the Year expands on its previous annual recognition program, the C-Suite Awards, to now honor 30 corporate leaders across industries who demonstrate exceptional impact within their organizations and the Central Ohio community. Selections are made independently by the publication’s editorial team, based entirely on merits, achievements, and community contributions.
“Vinita exemplifies what it means to lead with purpose,” said Steve Barsotti, Kegler Brown’s managing director. “Her ability to guide complex, cross-border matters with clarity and integrity – while elevating colleagues and contributing to the community – reflects the strong, values-based leadership we are proud to recognize at our firm.”
This latest honor adds to Vinita’s growing list of recognitions, including being in the inaugural class of Columbus Business First’s Women of Influence, inclusion in the India Business Law Journal’s International A-List, ranking as a Foreign Expert for India in Chambers Global, and many others, underscoring her leadership in cross-border legal services and international education initiatives across the U.S. and India.
The 2026 class will be featured in both a special online edition and in the May 1 issue of Business First, with honorees celebrated at a reception on April 28th at The Exchange at Bridge Park in Dublin.
