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Greater Akron Chamber

our work is sharply focused on the success of your business, your employees, and our region.

City of Akron Mayoral Race

Shammas Malik is on track to be Akron's 63rd Mayor after winning the Democratic Primary on May 3, 2023.

Learn about our work ahead with the next Mayor of Akron.

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Women of Achievement Awards

Nominate an extraordinary woman or organization making an impact in Greater Akron.

Nominations close June 12, 2023 at 5 pm.

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Member Benefits

Being a member gives you access to our employee health and benefit programs, retirement plans, workers’ compensation insurance and operations support.

Learn more about these products and how your business can take advantage of these cost savings benefits.

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Greater Akron Business Navigator

Get customized business resources in minutes.

Find resources that are fine-tuned to your own unique needs.

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City of Akron Mayoral Race

Shammas Malik is on track to be Akron's 63rd Mayor after winning the Democratic Primary on May 3, 2023.

Learn about our work ahead with the next Mayor of Akron.

LEARN MORE

Woman of Achievement Awards

Nominate an extraordinary woman or organization making an impact in Greater Akron.

Nominations close June 12, 2023 at 5 pm.

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION

Member Benefits

Being a member gives you access to our employee health and benefit programs, retirement plans, workers’ compensation insurance and operations support.

Learn more about these products and how your business can take advantage of these cost savings benefits.

LEARN MORE

Greater Akron Business Navigator

Get customized business resources in minutes.

Find resources that are fine-tuned to your own unique needs.

LEARN MORE

City of Akron Mayoral Race

Shammas Malik is on track to be Akron's 63rd Mayor after winning the Democratic Primary on May 3, 2023.

Learn about our work ahead with the next Mayor of Akron.

LEARN MORE

Woman of Achievement Awards

Nominate an extraordinary woman or organization making an impact in Greater Akron.

Nominations close June 12, 2023 at 5 pm.

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION

Greater Akron Business Navigator

Get customized business resources in minutes.

Find resources that are fine-tuned to your own unique needs.

LEARN MORE

Member Benefits

Being a member gives you access to our employee health and benefit programs, retirement plans, workers’ compensation insurance and operations support.

Learn more about these products and how your business can take advantage of these cost savings benefits.

LEARN MORE

We’re Committed to Driving Work
in the Greater Akron Region through

Employer Benefits

Economic Development

Research

DEI

Advocacy

Employer Benefits

Grow your business.

Our employee health and benefit programs, retirement plans, workers’ compensation insurance and operations support will decrease your costs, increase your capabilities, and enhance your competitiveness.

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Economic Development

Business Support

As a leading economic development organization, we stand ready to assist entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes by creating a climate that encourages and supports business attraction and retention, job creation, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

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Research

Research Insights

Strong research and business intelligence serves as the foundation for sound economic development practice, marketing, and strategic decision-making.

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DEI

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Support

Whether you're just starting out or you have been working in this space for a while, we have tools, resources, and support that can advance your work.

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Advocacy

Proactive advocacy

Get connected to key information on relevant political activities and engagement opportunities, and stay up to date on the pressing issues facing the business community.

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CHOOSE GROWTH

Ethicrace

“My brand is not just for one demographic of people. It’s for everybody in the whole world..."

UPCOMING EVENTS

Morning Buzz

Understanding and Addressing Poverty, Implicit Bias and other Barriers to Success with Andre Cambell

Choose Growth

There are stories of growth, innovation, collaboration and determination all around us. Each one of us has a story to share and in doing so, we remind others that they are not alone.

WATCH HERE

CHOOSE GROWTH

Ethicrace

“My brand is not just for one demographic of people. It’s for everybody in the whole world..."

UPCOMING EVENTS

Morning Buzz

Understanding and Addressing Poverty, Implicit Bias and other Barriers to Success with Andre Cambell

Choose Growth

There are stories of growth, innovation, collaboration and determination all around us. Each one of us has a story to share and in doing so, we remind others that they are not alone.

WATCH HERE

CHOOSE GROWTH

Ethicrace

“My brand is not just for one demographic of people. It’s for everybody in the whole world..."

UPCOMING EVENTS

Morning Buzz

Understanding and Addressing Poverty, Implicit Bias and other Barriers to Success with Andre Cambell

Choose Growth

There are stories of growth, innovation, collaboration and determination all around us. Each one of us has a story to share and in doing so, we remind others that they are not alone.

WATCH HERE

WHY GREATER AKRON

Cost of Living

Ease of Doing Business

Access to Amenities

Access to Education

We are home to two world renown universities, The University of Akron, and Kent State University. The University of Akron is a leading center for polymer science and Kent State offers top ranking business and education schools. Both universities are highly connected to the Greater Akron ecosystem, gaining students access to opportunities pre- and post-graduation. These institutions also play critical roles in innovation and provide resources to connect businesses to aid in their growth.

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