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Greater Akron Chamber Focused on the success of the Greater Akron region, its businesses and workforce.

The Akron-Canton Advocacy Alliance is working with legislative candidates across our region to provide a comprehensive v...
10/14/2026

The Akron-Canton Advocacy Alliance is working with legislative candidates across our region to provide a comprehensive voter guide for our members.

In the Akron-Canton area, we are closely following 13 races for the Ohio House of Representatives. The winners of these races will begin a two-year term in Jan. 2027, when they will join the 99-member House of Representatives, who are tasked with taking the concerns of their constituents to Columbus, where they propose solutions via legislation.

Scroll through to meet our regional candidates, and head to the full Voter Guide to listen in to our business-focused conversations with them: https://akroncantonadvocacy.org/voter-information-guide-2026/

We are continuously working to meet with and hear from each candidate running for office.

💡 A collaboration of Greater Akron Chamber and Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, ACAA represents the needs of our business community by engaging with elected officials and policymakers for the benefit of jobs, investment, and growth for the Akron-Canton region.

We understand there are real housing and affordability issues that need to be addressed in Akron. But the Greater Akron ...
10/12/2026

We understand there are real housing and affordability issues that need to be addressed in Akron. But the Greater Akron Chamber believes the proposed permanent changes to the Akron City Charter are not the answer.

"Measures that raise costs and narrow access for the very residents they are meant to help are not progress," said Steve Millard, GAC President and CEO. "Affordability and access need to be addressed, but Issues 11 and 12 are the wrong tools.”

As written, these amendments would make a missed notice a crime, impose strict liability and uncapped damages on property owners and others in the chain of a real estate transaction, and may create conflicts with State law that the city would have to litigate at public expense, among other concerns.

Find the full release here: https://greaterakronchamber.org/2026-akron-charter-amendment/

Early voting is underway in Summit County. To review the issues and candidates you'll see on your ballot or find your polling location, visit www.boe.ohio.gov

10/06/2026

No one plans to be a victim. Employers need to be prepared for when it happens.

This week on the Dreamers, Drivers, Doers podcast, Steve Millard sits down with Rebecca Cool, CEO of Victim Assistance Program of Summit County, the nation's oldest victims service organization that is based right here in Downtown Akron.

Steve was curious to hear how VAP's education programming can teach employers the best way to support their workers when tragedy strikes.

🎧 Listen in to their conversation at the link below, or wherever you get your podcasts.
https://greaterakronchamber.org/podcast/

10/05/2026

In her first year, Akron-Canton Advocacy Alliance Manager Daisha Okolo has been laser focused on serving the Akron-Canton business community.

Her research on how other states — and the federal government — utilize Research & Development Tax Credits provided invaluable insights for business leaders and Ohio lawmakers.

Our region is lucky to have Daisha as a advocate. Help us congratulate Daisha on her first anniversary with the ACAA!

10/03/2026

We asked 30 emerging leaders in Greater Akron: What legacy do you hope to leave behind?

The 2026 30 for the Future honorees shared their business goals, community impact aspirations, and how they hope to be remembered.

See more in the full video series on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJqg20RqwW0&si=D25oUAaSh0_lbsz1

The 2026 30 for the Future is presented by Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro. Thank you to the Summit County Executive's Office for supporting the recognition of these emerging leaders.

This , we're celebrating the growth of our region's manufacturing sector this year. 🎉📈 According to reports from Team N...
10/02/2026

This , we're celebrating the growth of our region's manufacturing sector this year. 🎉

📈 According to reports from Team NEO, manufacturing activity outpaced 2025 trends in the first six months of 2026. This means Northeast Ohio manufacturing companies are producing and exporting more.

From polymers to food processing, manufacturing powers Greater Akron's economy.

Stay tuned for TeamNEO's Q3 pulse report, and dig into more of Northeast Ohio's manufacturing data here: https://northeastohioregion.com/blog/?blog-query=&media-filter=231&county-filter=&industry-filter=&report-filter=

🗓️ October 2026 at the Greater Akron Chamber includes:🔹Professional development workshops🔹Connecting with elected offici...
10/01/2026

🗓️ October 2026 at the Greater Akron Chamber includes:

🔹Professional development workshops
🔹Connecting with elected officials
🔹Learning the best ways to design work
🔹 Speed networking
& more!

Explore our full events calendar and register here: https://members.greaterakronchamber.org/atlas/calendar

We hope to see you at a GAC event this month 👋

💰Starting today, Ohio employers can apply for reimbursements for eligible training credentials earned by employees. Thro...
10/01/2026

💰Starting today, Ohio employers can apply for reimbursements for eligible training credentials earned by employees.

Through the Ohio Department of Development, the TechCred program is designed to help our state's employers invest in workforce development. But, there are stipulations.

Changes to the 2026 TechCred application include:
▪️ Reduced funding per credential
▪️ A narrowing of eligible credentials
▪️ Updated employer eligibility rules

Find everything you need to know about the 2026 TechCred application here: https://greaterakronchamber.org/techcred-returns/

Applications are open at 9 am on Oct. 1 and close at 3 PM on Oct. 30. Access the application here: https://development.ohio.gov/business/workforce-development/tech-cred/apply

On November 3rd, there will be five races on every Ohioans ballot. 🗳️🔸 Governor and Lieutenant Governor🔸 Attorney Genera...
09/30/2026

On November 3rd, there will be five races on every Ohioans ballot. 🗳️

🔸 Governor and Lieutenant Governor
🔸 Attorney General
🔸 Auditor of State
🔸 Secretary of State
🔸 Treasurer of State

Swipe through to learn more about the candidates and the responsibilities of elected officials.

Or, find the full ACAA Voter Guide here: https://akroncantonadvocacy.org/voter-information-guide-2026/

💡 A collaboration of Greater Akron Chamber and Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, ACAA represents the needs of our business community by engaging with elected officials and policymakers for the benefit of jobs, investment, and growth for the Akron-Canton region.

09/30/2026

What does leadership mean to you? 💭

To the 2026 30 for the Future honorees, it means:
👉 Helping your team thrive
👉 Doing the hard work
👉 Defining the vision of your project

Hear more from our inspiring group of honorees in the full video series on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGJqg20RqwW0&si=D25oUAaSh0_lbsz1

The 2026 30 for the Future is presented by Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro. Thank you to the Summit County Executive's Office for supporting the recognition of these emerging leaders.

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388 S. Main Street , Suite 205
Akron, OH
44311

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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