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12/03/2025

The Greater Akron Chamber is excited to introduce The Business Commons of Cuyahoga Falls, a new hub for small business activity and a welcoming place for entrepreneurs, freelancers, remote workers, and small business professionals to work, connect, and grow.

📍 Located in the heart of downtown Cuyahoga Falls, The Business Commons will offer coworking memberships, day passes, space rentals, programs, events and resources, all designed to foster collaboration and support the success of our business community.

This evolution builds on the strong partnership formed between the Greater Akron Chamber and the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber in 2024, while honoring nearly 100 years of the Cuyahoga Falls Chamber’s legacy, and continuing our shared commitment to support and grow the business community.

While renovations are currently underway at 111 Stow Avenue, the space is scheduled to open in early 2026!

👉 Full press release here: https://greaterakronchamber.org/cfchambertransition/

12/01/2025

Could your business survive a ransomware attack?

Picture this: It’s late Friday before a holiday weekend when your company is suddenly hit. Cyberattacks spike during the holidays, and organizations of all sizes are vulnerable.

Join us Friday, December 5 from 7:30–9:30 AM for a real-world ransomware simulation, practical strategies to prevent or minimize damage, and clear takeaways to strengthen your security posture.

Register today: https://ow.ly/Zrge50XAfaJ

10/24/2025

09/24/2025

Your input matters! The Annual Ohio Manufacturing Survey, brought to you by MAGNET, gathers fully confidential data to better understand our region’s manufacturing successes, challenges, and opportunities. Aggregate results will be shared this fall.

If you produce physical goods in Ohio, please take 20 minutes to share your perspective. Your voice helps shape programs, policies, and support for manufacturers.

Take the survey here: https://ow.ly/kN4Z50X1zhF

09/09/2025

More Lock 3 News coming in...

This summer, more than 85,000 people visited the newly renovated park for concerts, festivals, and community gatherings—making 2025 its most successful year yet. The $17 million investment helped bring in national acts like Priscilla Block, Chris Janson, Jeffrey Osborne, Will Downing, KRS-One, and The Legendary Wailers alongside local favorites.

The results speak for themselves: bigger crowds, $250,000 in ticket sales, and a new sense of energy downtown.

📖 Read more: https://ow.ly/Tvpt50WU7UO

09/05/2025

Akron, Ohio, reopened a major downtown park after a $17 million renovation last year, part of a strategy to promote downtown growth by investing in public spaces.

08/25/2025

Running a business is tough. Sometimes you just need a second set of eyes. Not from a salesperson, but from someone who’s been in your shoes.

The Business Acceleration Resource (B.A.R.) team gives member CEOs and business owners direct access to experienced pros in Marketing, Finance, HR, IT, Sales, Legal, and more at no cost.

✔️30-minute online business check-in
✔️1-hour consultation with a seasoned executive
✔️Clear next steps plus a written summary
✔️Connections to trusted service providers
✔️No pressure. No pitch. Just real guidance

Whether you're growing, pivoting, or problem-solving, honest insights will help move the needle: https://ow.ly/a4vO50WLuVx

07/30/2025

Thanks to all who joined us today for a powerful Employer Lunch & Learn! Leaders from small to mid-sized businesses came together to tackle real workforce challenges—like turnover, absenteeism, and barriers such as childcare and transportation.

We heard from a local employer successfully using employee coaching and explored how similar support models could benefit organizations across Greater Akron. The conversation was rich with insights, energy, and ideas for building a stronger, more resilient workforce.

Stay tuned as we continue shaping solutions that work for our region!