Aileron’s 30-Year Legacy of Entrepreneurial Impact | Dayton News

Thirty years after its founding, Aileron—born from Clay Mathile’s vision to give back after selling Iams for $2.3 billion—is still transforming entrepreneurs in Miami County. This year’s annual summit brings 130 Dayton-area business leaders to its serene, 100-acre campus designed for reflection and big ideas. Speakers like Christy Fox and Matt Hoying will challenge attendees to disrupt old habits and rethink growth. Though the economy has shifted since Aileron opened pre-recession, core entrepreneurial struggles remain—and Joni Fedders hopes this event sparks bold change. Even after Clay’s passing, his legacy lives on through mentorship, community uplift, and the aeronautical metaphor of “aileron” itself: lift, ambition, and shared success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/79209c309f2eff0f