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Knowledgeable Network of Women (KNOW) Luncheon
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 Sponsored by Paula R. Chesser/R. W. Baird
Join us for the next quarterly luncheon featuring E. L. "Betsy" Smith, Ph.D.
According to the US Bureau of Labor:
- Projections show that of the 10 fastest growing occupations between the 2004-14 period, women already comprise the majority in 7 of these occupations. This fact suggests that women will continue to find jobs in growth occupations.
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 Women comprised 46.8 percent of the total U.S. labor force and are projected to account for 46.9 percent of the labor force in 2018. - Women are projected to account for 51.2 percent of the increase in total labor force growth between 2008 and 2018.
- The largest percentage of employed women (41 percent) worked in management, professional, and related occupations; 32 percent worked in sales and office occupations; 21 percent in service occupations; 5 percent in production, transportation, and material moving occupations; and 1 percent in natural resources, construction, and maintenance occupations.
Women are making historical progress in the work world and yet they do not acknowledge or exercise their power. Even high level professional women struggle with overcoming adversity, leadership, flexibility/balance, mentoring, negotiation skills and authenticity. In this interactive presentation, Dr. Smith will cover strategies to address these challenges for professional women.
Where & When
Portage Country Club
240 N. Portage Path
Akron, OH 44303
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
11:00 a.m.
Click here to register*.
KNOW is a personal and professional development program for business women in the Greater Akron Region. Our mission is to cultivate the talent within each other by reaching out to today's women executives and tomorrow's leaders. *If paying by VIP Pass, please make arrangements with the Chamber by e-mailing vojtek@greaterakronchamber.org.
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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.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Click here to register. |
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Greater Akron Chamber's 107th Annual Meeting - Save the Date March 20, 2014
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 On Thursday, March 20, 2014, the Greater Akron Chamber will celebrate the outstanding work of our board members and area's top business leaders at our 107th Annual Meeting. This annual meeting will feature an overview of the Chamber's accomplishments for the year, installation of the officers and presentation of the H. Peter Burg Award.
In addition, the Chamber will hold a silent auction offering guests a chance to bid on items that will benefit the Chamber's educational programs. Call Sarah Vojtek at (330) 237-1254 to contribute an item or a unique experience.
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Nominations Sought for 2014 Excellence in Business Awards
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 The Greater Akron Chamber is accepting nominations for our 2014 Excellence In Business Award. Nominate a company who deserves recognition for the exceptional work they do in the business community. To be considered, the company must be for-profit and non-publicly traded. See additional criteria on the nomination form. The deadline for nominations is Friday, January 31, 2014.Click here to download the nomination form! Click here to see a list of the past recipients. A separate form is required for each nomination. For questions, contact Sarah Vojtek at (330) 237-1254. |
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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 picture to the right. For copies, call the Chamber at (330) 376-5550.
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Chamber Trips Have Returned! Give the Gift of Travel This Holiday Season!
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Discover Canyon Country with the Greater Akron Chamber!
 June 12-20, 2014 This 9-Day Tour Includes Round-Trip Air from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and 12 meals (7 breakfasts 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! Click here for a brochure. What a great gift these trips would make for your loved ones this Holiday Season!
Tour Italy and all of its splendor with the Greater Akron Chamber!
November 3-10, 2014
This 8-Day Tour Includes Round-Trip Air from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and 10 meals (6 breakfasts and 4 dinners). Highlights...Tuscan Estate, Tuscan Winery, Florence, Uffizi Gallery, Siena, Monteriggioni, Lucca, Pisa, Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre, Portofino and More!
$3,199* per person (double occupancy)**
Book Now and Save $250 per person! Click here for a brochure. For more information, contact: Maria Edwards AAA Travel Agency (330) 762-0631 medwards@akron.aaa.com * Prices already reflect "Book Now" savings.
** 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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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 can 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 here...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. Click here for monthly updates from CES on the electric and natural gas industries and how it affects your business.
 The Percentages of Employees Who Return to Work National studies have shown the longer an injured employee is off work, the less likely they are to successfully return to work. Injured employees off work for six months only have a 50% chance of successfully returning to work. After a year of work, this probability is lowered to 10-25%. Keep in touch with injured employees during recovery so you are aware of their progress or any challenges they are facing. Work with your MCO and the healthcare provider to identify alternative work options for employees to perform during recovery. Research shows work is an important and healthy part of the healing process. To learn more about establishing an early return to work program to better manage your workplace injuries, you can contact your Ohio Managed Care Organization, Third Party Administrator, or the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation. If you have any questions regarding this article, please contact Ron Lucki, Director of Business Development at CareWorks at (614) 760-3510 or e-mail ron.lucki@careworks.com.
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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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December 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 for a Panel Discussion featuring Akron's Newest Arts Leaders. Moderated by Dave Lieberth. Featured Panelists: Mark Masuoka, Executive Director & CEO, Akron Art Museum Paul Jarrett, Executive Director, Akron Symphony Orchestra Jarrod Hartzler, Executive Director, Tuesday Musical Association Mark Masuoka.
Where & When
Quaker Square Inn at The University of Akron
135 S. Broadway St.
Akron, OH 44308
Thursday, December 12, 2013
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Click here for ticket ordering information!
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Junior Achievement Golf Invitational
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 The JA Golf Invitational offers a high-level golf experience while helping to raise money to pay for programs that will build a strong community foundation through financial literacy, workplace readiness and entrepreneurship education.
Each golfer is treated to breakfast, lunch, complimentary beverages and appreciation gifts. Immediately after the JA Golf Invitational, golfers will have the opportunity to enjoy the World Golf Championships - Bridgestone Invitational with complimentary tickets provided by Junior Achievement. This is the ideal opportunity to create a memorable client entertainment experience. For more information, please contact Amanda Overton at (330) 434-1875 x 15 or amanda@jaofnco.org. Where & When Ohio Prestwick Country Club 3751 Glen Eagles Blvd. Uniontown, OH 44685 Friday, August 1, 2014 6:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m. |
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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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