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Economic Outlook 2014: "Where Are We Heading?" Sponsored by Roetzel & Andress
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Don't miss this timely must-attend event!
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This year's Economic Outlook features Eric J. Freedman, CAPTRUST's Chief Investment Officer. His presentation is entitled, "Where Are We Heading?" Join us as we gain insight into the global issues of the day, how they may impact the global markets, our economy and your business.
Freedman serves as a member CAPTRUST's Executive and Operating Committees. As Head of the Consulting Research Group, Eric is charged with asset allocation research and tactical decision making, as well as directing the firm's investment vehicle selection and monitoring efforts. Prior to joining CAPTRUST in 2006, Eric served as a Senior Portfolio Manager for Franklin Street Partners, as well as Vice President of the Goldman, Sachs & Co., focusing on Equity Derivatives and International Equities during his Goldman tenure.
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Also, Dr. John C. Green, Director of the Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics, will give highlights on the impact of current U.S. government policies and operations. Green is a Distinguished Professor of Political Science at The University of Akron.
Where & When
Hilton Akron/Fairlawn
3180 W. Market St.
Akron, OH 44333
Friday, November 15, 2013
7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Click here for more information or to register.
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Coffee, Tea & Contacts Networking Event
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 Sponsored by Akron General Health &
This event is a power networking get-together designed for Chamber members to make important connections with their fellow member businesses. While exchanging business cards is great, it's certainly more effective for business people to learn about one another's respective companies in an intimate setting. Be sure to arrive at 7:30 a.m. to make the most of this meeting! Remember, only one person per company can attend, so your networking opportunities are maximized. The event is free, but the networking is priceless! Pre-registration is required.
 Where & WhenAkron General Health & Wellness Center - West Conference Center 4125 Medina Rd.
Akron, OH 44333
November 19, 2013
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Click here to register. |
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2013-2014 Greater Akron Relocation Guide Published
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 We are pleased to present Experience Greater Akron, the Greater Akron Chamber's 2013-2014 Relocation Guide for those relocating from around the world or across town. We encourage you to use this guide as a resource for your organization and as an employee recruitment tool.
The printed and interactive web version of the relocation guide promotes Greater Akron to companies, individuals and families relocating to the region. It also highlights the talented people who have moved here and the outstanding amenities that make our region one of the best places to live, work and play. We're sure you'll enjoy the feature, "111 Reasons We Love Greater Akron," an informative and fun read about what makes the region famous.
To view the "clickable" version of either magazine, click on the pictures to the right. For copies, call the Chamber at (330) 376-5550.
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Discover Canyon Country with the Greater Akron Chamber and AAA
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 June 12-20, 2014 The Chamber trips have returned! Check out our latest offering to Canyon Country with the AAA! The 9-Day Tour Includes Round-Trip Air from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and 12 meals (7 breakfast and 5 dinners). Highlights...Scottsdale, Oak Creek Canyon, Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas $2,729 per person (double occupancy)* Book Now and Save $100 per person! What a great gift this would make for your loved ones this Holiday Season! Click here for a brochure. For more information, contact: Maria Edwards AAA Travel Agency (330) 762-0631 medwards@akron.aaa.com All rates are per person and subject to change. |
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News from the Akron-Canton Airport
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  Akron-Canton Airport Presents Bags Fly for Free on Southwest! Southwest.com is the only booking portal for Southwest Airlines. Flights cannot be booked at Travelocity, Expedia, Cheap Tickets, Kayak or any other source. For more information, click here. Click here for a video describing how to board a Southwest flight. |
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Achieve Significant Savings on Your Health Plan Coverage!
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 As a Greater Akron Chamber member, you have access to discounts today that could delay the impact of health care reform on your 2014 health insurance premiums. There's never been a better time to get a quote and learn what options your company has and when you need to act.
SummaCare offers several advantages, including:
- Eligibility for businesses in Summit, Portage, Medina, Cuyahoga, Stark, Wayne and Geauga counties.
- No limitation in company size. Companies with 1 to 10,000 employees are eligible.
- Standard and tailored PPO plan designs available.
- Two network plans let you pick the right one for your company.
- Special Chamber rates and discounts
Consider getting a quote on health insurance from SummaCare. Contact your broker, or go to GACsave.com to get started.
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Greater Akron Chamber Partners with Constant Contact® to Help You Grow Your Business with Email Marketing
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 Use the leading email marketing service to connect with your customers - and take advantage of a special member benefit
Greater Akron Chamber has partnered with Constant Contact®, the leading email marketing service for small businesses, to bring you a great way to stay in touch with your most important audience: your customers. With Constant Contact®, email marketing is easy, affordable, and effective. And because you are a member of Greater Akron Chamber, you qualify for a special discount. If you prepay for six months, you receive a 20% discount. Prepay for a year and save 25%! There's no better time to try email marketing. If you haven't opened an account yet, you can start with a 60-day free trial. To begin your trial, click here.
If you already have a Constant Contact® account and would like your discount, please send an email to chamberprogram@constantcontact.com with your user name telling them you are a member of the Greater Akron Chamber.
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| Check Out the Chamber's Benefits to Members | |
The Chamber's benefit programs enhance its members' ability to save money through their Chamber membership. The benefit programs offer discounts on Electric (generation), Natural Gas, Mobile App, Payroll Services and Transportation & Logistics Services.
Chamber Energy Solutions (CES), administered by Palmer Energy, offers members and their employees discounts on electric generation and natural gas for both commercial and residential accounts.
These benefits enhance the Chamber's current money-saving benefits including SummaCare and Workers' Compensation. Companies who want to participate can find out more at www.greaterakronchamber.org and/or contact Debbie Richmond, Manager, Benefits & Administration , at the Greater Akron Chamber, at (330) 237-1228. To discuss your unique savings situation or receive a new copy of your retro quote, please call CCI's knowledgeable sales assistants at 1-800-837-3200.
 Winter is coming...and your gas usage is going up, up and up! Now is the time to have Chamber Energy Solutions review your natural gas bills and save your money before the higher winter usage months get here. Send a copy of your most recent bill to Debbie Richmond, via fax at (330) 379-3164 or e-mail to richmond@greaterakronchamber.org. She will explain how CES works and what you can expect to save. |
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Membership Has Its Benefits!
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Welcome New Members!
Please patronize our new Chamber members. The Greater Akron Chamber thanks you for helping us support the region's business community. Visit Welcome New Members.
Check Out Members' Events!
The Chamber is offering its members more opportunities to connect. If your company is holding an event that's open to the general public and you'd like to get the word out, let us know. Visit Member Events for more information.
Members are Making Headlines!Got news? We'll post it! Visit Member News for more information.
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November Akron Roundtable
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Founded by the Akron Beacon Journal, Greater Akron Chamber and Kiwanis Club of Akron
Join us for the next Akron Roundtable speaker, Amy Freitag, Executive Director, New York Restoration Project. Her presentation topic is, "Building a Resilient City."
Where & When
Quaker Square Inn at The University of Akron
135 S. Broadway St.
Akron, OH 44308
Thursday, November 21, 2013
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Click here for ticket ordering information!
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Missed an E-blast?
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The mission of the Greater Akron Chamber is to drive economic development and prosperity for the people of the Greater Akron Region.
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