Final designs announced for 2025 NATO session in Dayton

DAYTON, Ohio ( WDTN ) — The final logos for the 2025 NATO session in Dayton have been unveiled.

The design competition allows a local connection to be tied to something on the international stage. Local artists drew up designs with inspiration for the logos coming from the Dayton skyline, the legacy of the Wright Brothers and the NATO brand.

From dozens of applicants, three local artists with seven designs were chosen as the finalists, including Elizabeth Kimmel, owner, Caraway Design Company, LLC; Kim Swigart, founder and chief creative officer, DezignHive; and Josh Trippier, marketing team member, Wright State University.

Overall, leaders organizing the contest say they are thrilled with the results.

“We were thrilled when we had thirty-six logos that were submitted for this competition,” said Chris Kershner, president, CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. “36 “Thirty-six logos that’s been whittled down to the seven that you see before you by the three artists right next door to me, all with local connections and ties.”

The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce is doing a public poll through the end of October on the designs. Click here to learn more.

Poll results will then be given to NATO, who will have the final decision on the logo by Oct. 31.

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