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Entrepreneur Connect
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 For Entrepreneurs, By EntrepreneursEntrepreneur Connect is a program exclusively for President/CEOs and business owners of privately-held companies who want to connect with peers, share strategies and engage in discussions to help each other succeed in business. New topics will be presented and discussed each month. Occasionally, expert guest speakers will join the group to present best practices and help facilitate discussions. John Margida of Margida & Associates will be the speaker for October. His topics is "Ten Points to Improve Your Business Right Now."Where & WhenFirstEnergy Corp. 341 White Pond Dr. Akron, OH 44313 Friday, October 24, 2014 7:00 a.m. Networking 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Program Registration is required. Click here for more information and to register.
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Coffee, Tea & Contacts Networking Event
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Sponsored by ACME Fresh Markets
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 each other'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 & WhenACME Fresh Markets
Akron, OH 44333
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Click here to register. |
Economic Outlook 2015
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Sponsored by Roetzel
Join the Chamber to hear a national and regional forecast with emphasis on what workforce skills are needed to support our dynamic economy.
Christine Chmura, Ph.D., President and Chief Economist for Chmura Economics & Analytics, will present "The Importance of Workforce as it Underpins National and Regional Growth Forecasts."
Where & WhenHilton Akron/Fairlawn 3180 W. Market St. Akron, OH 44333 Wednesday, November 5, 2014 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. Click here for more information and to register. |
2014-2015 Greater Akron Relocation Guide Published
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 We are pleased to present Experience Greater Akron, the Greater Akron Chamber's 2014-2015 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, "120 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 of the guide, call the Chamber at (330) 376-5550.
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Akron Area Arts Alliance and Summit Artspace Present Streetscapes: Akron in Plein Air
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 The Greater Akron Chamber is pleased to sponsor this year's 2 014 Streetscapes: AKRON in Plein Air. In June, regional artists painted scenes of downtown Akron outdoors at various locations, and 48 works were submitted. The exhibit has now traveled to the Chamber offices and will be on display through the fall. We invite you to stop by and witness for yourself the talent our region has to offer. Click here to see the winning entries of this year's competition. |
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Save Money with the Chamber's Workers' Compensation Group Rating Plan
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 The Greater Akron Chamber's Group Rating Program offers savings up to the maximum available discount on your Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) premium. The Chamber partners with CareWorks Consultants, Inc. (CCI) because they help employers achieve the highest group rating discount possible. Nearly 30,000 customers choose CCI to manage their workers' compensation plan. Click here to download an authorization permitting CCI to provide you with a NO-COST, NO-OBLIGATION analysis. To learn more, call CCI at 1-800-837-3200 or visit CareWorksConsultants.com.
Important Changes to OSHA's Recordkeeping Rule Will Affect Many EmployersThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently announced changes to both reporting and recordkeeping guidelines effective next year. As of January 1, 2015, all employers must report all work-related fatalities within 8 hours; all work-related inpatient hospitalizations, any amputation or loss of an eye within 24 hours. Employers can report to OSHA by: - Calling OSHA's free and confidential number at 1-800-321-OSHA (6742);
- Calling their closest OSHA Area Office during normal business hours;
- Using the new online form that will soon be available.
To read more, click here. |
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Achieve Significant Savings on Your Health Plan Coverage!
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That's how much the Greater Akron Chamber Alliance saved local businesses on their health insurance premiums in 2013. Since partnership with SummaCare in 1997, we've saved local business over $25 million.
If you're a member and you're not taking advantage of these savings, contact your broker or visit www.GACsave.com.
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Greater Akron Chamber Partners with Constant Contact® to Help You Grow Your Business with E-mail Marketing
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 Use the leading e-mail 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 e-mail 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®, e-mail 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 e-mail 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 e-mail to chamberprogram@constantcontact.com with your user name telling them you are a member of the Greater Akron Chamber.
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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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2014 Small Business Convention - October 22-24, 2014
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The 9th annual Small Business Convention is the premier event for small business professionals and entrepreneurs in the Midwest. Complete with four keynote speakers, 40 workshops, business-to-business trade show, networking and special events, the Small Business Convention is the ultimate destination to get away and focus on growing your business.
Register Today!
The cost is $99 for Greater Akron Chamber members using the Special Promo Code and $249 for non-members.
Where & When
Kalahari Convention Center and Resort
7000 Kalahari Dr.
Sandusky, OH 44870
Wednesday, October 22 - Friday, October 24, 2014
For more information, click here.
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Summit of Sustainability Awards (SOSA) - Save the Date - October 23!
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 The Summit of Sustainability Awards recognize and celebrate businesses and nonprofits in Summit County who have raised the bar for sustainability. This is the third year for the county-wide awards program that showcases the best examples of commercial energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation and green purchasing. The panel of five esteemed judges selected the following 2014 Summit of Sustainability Award winners: - Small Companies with 25 or less employees: Salsbury-Schweyer, Inc.
- Large Companies with 250 employees or more: Summa Health System
- Tie in the category of Nonprofit/Community: Goodwill Industries of Akron, Ohio, Inc. and St. Hilary Parish and School
- Public Sector (Governmental/Schools): Old Trail School
This year, for the first time, the judges are giving two Sustainability Medals to recognize specific sustainable activities, outlined in their applications, conducted by Habitat for Humanity of Summit County and OMNOVA Solutions, Inc. The awards program will reveal best sustainable business practices going on within our community and will showcase the award and medal winners for others to emulate. Plan to attend the breakfast to support the five winners and view the videos created to showcase how these award winning organizations are setting the sustainability bar. In addition to honoring the award recipients, the program will also feature a presentation from keynote speaker Graham Russell, Founder of TruPoint Advisors. The company specializes in helping businesses profit from the trend toward a more sustainable global economy through strategic planning and market positioning. Click here to read more about Graham and TruPoint Advisors. Purchase a $20 ticket or organize a table for your organization for $250.
Where & When
Quaker Station at The University of Akron
135 S. Broadway St.
Akron, OH 44305
Thursday, October 23, 2014
7:30 - 8:00 a.m. Registration & Networking
8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Breakfast & Awards Program
Click here to register now.
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Veterans Career and Community Job Fair
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Calling All Employers! Match the Greater Akron area's top quality military personnel with your career opportunities! Where & WhenThe University of Akron - Quaker Station 135 S. Broadway St. Akron, OH 44308 Wednesday, November 12, 2014 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Veterans Only 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Veterans and Community
Booth spaces are available. For more information and to register, click here.  |
International Business Forum - Doing Business Around the Globe
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 Presented by BCG & Company, Greater Akron Chamber, NEOTEC and TeamNEOBCG & Company invites you to its 4th Annual International Seminar: Doing Business Around the Globe. Michael Weidokal, an internationally renowned geopolitical and economic forecaster and founder of International Strategic Analysis (ISA), will discuss the international economic and political risks around the world. Weidokal has directly advised many of the world's largest companies on the issues and trends impacting their businesses in international markets. In addition, he has supported the efforts of many national, regional and local governments in their efforts to promote international trade and investment. He has published a wide range of reports, forecasts and research studies dealing with international macroeconomic and geopolitical issues. Prior to founding ISA in 2003, Weidokal held a number of international management positions at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Where & WhenHilton Akron Fairlawn 3180 W. Market St. Akron, OH 44333 Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. To register, click here. |
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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 when Jimmy Haslam, Owner of the Cleveland Browns, will be the featured speaker.
Where & When
Quaker Square Inn at The University of Akron
135 S. Broadway St.
Akron, OH 44308
Thursday, November 20, 2014
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Click here for ticket ordering information!
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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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