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GAC Announces New Partnership as Named Academy Partner at Akron Public Schools’ Garfield CLC
Connecting students to career‑focused learning experiences that align education with the needs of employers in the region
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2025 Annual Report
Driving impact through innovation, partnerships, & growth
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30 For the Future
Recognizing 30 young professionals who are trendsetters in their industries and making an impact in the region.

Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Introducing The Business Commons of Cuyahoga Falls
A place to work, connect and grow

Situated in the heart of downtown Cuyahoga Falls, The Business Commons serves Greater Akron Chamber members as a resource for small business programming and community connections in a collaborative work environment.

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GAC Announces New Partnership as Named Academy Partner at Akron Public Schools’ Garfield CLC

Connecting students to career‑focused learning experiences that align education with the needs of employers in the region

Read the Announcement

2025 Annual Report

Driving impact through innovation, partnerships, & growth

Read More

30 For the Future

Recognizing 30 young professionals who are trendsetters in their industries and making an impact in the region.

Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Learn More

Introducing The Business Commons of Cuyahoga Falls

A place to work, connect and grow

Situated in the heart of downtown Cuyahoga Falls, The Business Commons serves Greater Akron Chamber members as a resource for small business programming and community connections in a collaborative work environment.

Learn More
GAC Announces New Partnership as Named Academy Partner at Akron Public Schools’ Garfield CLC
Connecting students to career‑focused learning experiences that align education with the needs of employers in the region
Read the Announcement
2025 Annual Report
Driving impact through innovation, partnerships, & growth
Read More
30 For the Future
Recognizing 30 young professionals who are trendsetters in their industries and making an impact in the region.
Friday, September 18, 2026 @ 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Learn More
Introducing The Business Commons of Cuyahoga Falls
A place to work, connect and grow

Situated in the heart of downtown Cuyahoga Falls, The Business Commons serves Greater Akron Chamber members as a resource for small business programming and community connections in a collaborative work environment.

Learn More
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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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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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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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EXPERIENCE DOWNTOWN AKRON

There is never a shortage of things to do downtown, whether that be listening to a concert, enjoying your favorite local restaurant, or taking a class with friends. Check out DAP's downtown guide to get a feel for all the happenings going on in the center of Akron.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

Morning Buzz - May 15

Join us for a dynamic conversation with Kimberly Beckett, Executive Director of the Downtown Akron Partnership; Chris Hardesty, Executive Director of the Downtown Akron Development Corporation; and Suzie Graham Moore, Economic Development Director for the City of Akron. Together, they’ll share how coordinated efforts are driving downtown revitalization — from transforming vacant buildings and advancing new housing, to attracting businesses and activating public spaces through engaging programming.
REGISTER HERE

Dreamers, Drivers, Doers Podcast

Want to discover the personalities, leaders, and voices who are making things happen and making a difference in our region? Welcome to Dreamers, Drivers, and Doers, where Greater Akron Chamber CEO and President Steve Millard engages in conversations with business owners, influencers, and government officials to discover what makes a group of people come together, the possibilities on a local and regional level, and the potential of an area that pulls together.
LISTEN NOW

EXPERIENCE DOWNTOWN AKRON

There is never a shortage of things to do downtown, whether that be listening to a concert, enjoying your favorite local restaurant, or taking a class with friends. Check out DAP's downtown guide to get a feel for all the happenings going on in the center of Akron.
READ MORE

UPCOMING EVENTS

Morning Buzz - May 15

Join us for a dynamic conversation with Kimberly Beckett, Executive Director of the Downtown Akron Partnership; Chris Hardesty, Executive Director of the Downtown Akron Development Corporation; and Suzie Graham Moore, Economic Development Director for the City of Akron. Together, they’ll share how coordinated efforts are driving downtown revitalization — from transforming vacant buildings and advancing new housing, to attracting businesses and activating public spaces through engaging programming.
REGISTER HERE

Dreamers, Drivers, Doers Podcast

Want to discover the personalities, leaders, and voices who are making things happen and making a difference in our region? Welcome to Dreamers, Drivers, and Doers, where Greater Akron Chamber CEO and President Steve Millard engages in conversations with business owners, influencers, and government officials to discover what makes a group of people come together, the possibilities on a local and regional level, and the potential of an area that pulls together.

LISTEN NOW

EXPERIENCE DOWNTOWN AKRON

There is never a shortage of things to do downtown, whether that be listening to a concert, enjoying your favorite local restaurant, or taking a class with friends. Check out DAP's downtown guide to get a feel for all the happenings going on in the center of Akron.
READ MORE

UPCOMING EVENTS

Morning Buzz - May 15

Join us for a dynamic conversation with Kimberly Beckett, Executive Director of the Downtown Akron Partnership; Chris Hardesty, Executive Director of the Downtown Akron Development Corporation; and Suzie Graham Moore, Economic Development Director for the City of Akron. Together, they’ll share how coordinated efforts are driving downtown revitalization — from transforming vacant buildings and advancing new housing, to attracting businesses and activating public spaces through engaging programming.
REGISTER HERE

Dreamers, Drivers, Doers Podcast

Want to discover the personalities, leaders, and voices who are making things happen and making a difference in our region? Welcome to Dreamers, Drivers, and Doers, where Greater Akron Chamber CEO and President Steve Millard engages in conversations with business owners, influencers, and government officials to discover what makes a group of people come together, the possibilities on a local and regional level, and the potential of an area that pulls together.
LISTEN NOW

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