COLUMBUS, OH, May 18, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Elenida "Ida" Veliu, president and owner of Ohio Brewing Company Columbus, was selected by Marquis Who's Who for a prominent feature in the May 2026 Cincinnati/Columbus, Ohio, regional issue of Vogue magazine.

Across an expansive professional life, Ms. Veliu has moved between different fields, garnering expertise in real estate, hospitality and design. Along the way, she has established a reputation for structure, efficiency and, above all else, responsibility in her entrepreneurship. Looking back on her start in real estate, Ms. Veliu shares one key lesson: "When the foundation is right, everything else has room to breathe."

Ms. Veliu's foundation led her to Ohio Brewing Company Columbus, a 25,000-square-foot brewery and restaurant that she acquired in 2022. Serving as a gathering place as much as a business, Ohio Brewing Company boasts an open, flexible design that allows the space to transition seamlessly from everyday service to hosting community events. Dedicated to leadership by example, Ms. Veliu utilizes a hands-on approach, working directly with staff and engaging with customers, many of whom she knows by name. This attitude allows her to exceed beyond the traditional role of a business owner.

Recognized for her ability to build trust and listen to her employees, Ms. Veliu has been named a Top Business Owner by Marquis Who's Who. "People don't need to be managed constantly," she says, explaining her approach to supervision. "They need to feel heard."

Perhaps the greatest example of Ms. Veliu's vision for leadership came during a challenging time when her husband and business partner passed away. Even as she processed her deep loss, she continued to run her business. She emphasized continuity and avoided dramatic repositioning, ensuring that all the people she was working with could easily return to their usual rhythm.

As she moves forward, Ms. Veliu intends to maintain that focus on intentionality. She plans to choose partnerships and grow the business in ways that align with her values. Ms. Veliu notes the importance of balance in the future of her business and her own life. "I want what I build to last," she says. "And I want the people around me to feel cared for while it does and to know strength doesn't have to be loud, it just has to be steady."

COMMUNITY CONNECTION
For Ms. Veliu, being a trustworthy business owner requires extending care beyond one's own business. She has formed powerful roots in her local community. At Bishop Watterson High School — where her sons, Everest, Erzen and Flori are enrolled — Ms. Veliu assists in various initiatives through the Mothers' Club. She also demonstrates her strong faith as an active member of St. Agatha Church.

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