Akron, USA is a partnership of:
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Why Akron, USA?
Akron, USA is your partner for U.S. market entry and expansion
Akron, USA will identify ideal locations for your office, manufacturing, or logistics operations
Our team helps you navigate zoning, environmental approvals, and permitting to meet your project timelines
Our team provides your business market intelligence and introductions to legal, financial, and industry partners
We help you maximize your investment with tax abatements, grants, low-interest loans, and workforce training subsidies
We connect you to training providers, universities, and support agencies to build a skilled and reliable workforce
Akron, USA partners with you to support your expansions and connect you to innovation and supply chain resources
Polymer Capital of Innovation
Leading the world in sustainable and advanced polymer solutions.
500+ polymer-related companies in Northeast Ohio
Akron’s polymer industry powers mobility, healthcare, semiconductors, energy, and more
The University of Akron ranks #1 globally in polymer science and plastics engineering
by the U.S. Government, State of Ohio, and local partners to support the Polymer Industry Cluster activities
Leading the world in sustainable and advanced polymer solutions.
Akron is the Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub of the United States,
developing innovative solutions to solve real-world challenges
Polymer Capital of Innovation
Leading the world in sustainable and advanced polymer solutions.
500+ polymer-related companies in Northeast Ohio
Akron’s polymer industry powers mobility, healthcare, semiconductors, energy, and more
The University of Akron ranks #1 globally in polymer science and plastics engineering
Leading the world in sustainable and advanced polymer solutions.
by the U.S. Government, State of Ohio, and local partners to support the Polymer Industry Cluster activities
Akron is the Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub of the United States,
developing innovative solutions to solve real-world challenges
Why Ohio?
Ohio’s central location makes it possible to reach 60% of the U.S. and Canadian market in a one-day drive
Ohio has no corporate income tax, no inventory tax, no personal property tax, and low commercial activity tax
Ohio ranks #2 in the U.S. for cost of doing business with below average costs for real estate, utilities, and labor
Ohio ranks #1 in the U.S. for infrastructure, featuring nine commercial airports, multiple ports on Lake Erie, and extensive rail and highway networks
Ohio’s workforce exceeds 5.5 million, ranking as the seventh largest in the U.S. Ohio also has the third largest manufacturing workforce nationally.
Ohio ranks #5 overall in CNBC’s 2025 Top States for Business. Nearly 100,000 new business filings were recorded in early 2025.
ALYSSA CARPENTER
Vice President, Economic Development
acarpenter@greaterakronchamber.org
ALYSSA CARPENTER
Vice President, Economic Development
acarpenter@greaterakronchamber.org
ALYSSA CARPENTER
Vice President, Economic Development
acarpenter@greaterakronchamber.org