Premier Sponsor is Westfield Bank

Join us to hear Jack Kleinhenz, Ph.D., present "Solving for 2017:  Prospects & Perspectives."  Is the economy on solid ground in the 8th year of the recovery?  In spite of being one of the longest expansions, it has lacked intensity.  Can we be excited?  Jack will provide an overview of key economic indicators, review spending trends, and provide a discussion on the outlook.

 

   

 

Make Sure Your Vote Counts This Election
Voting is a right and the ultimate expression of our freedom.  The Greater Akron Chamber encourages our members to vote and promote the importance of voting to their colleagues.  Election Day is Tuesday, November 8, though voters can now "Vote Early" at your county's designated early voting location.  Please click here to find your location.

 

We are pleased to present Experience Greater Akron, the Greater Akron Chamber's 2016-2017 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, "75 Reasons We Love Greater Akron," an informative and fun read about what makes the region famous. To view the "clickable" version of the magazine, click on the picture to the right.  For copies of the guide, call the Chamber at (330) 376-5550.

 

Highlights...Seattle, Mount St. Helens Visitor Center, Portland, Columbia River Gorge, Portland Spirit Cruise, Newport, Bandon State Natural Area, Redwood  National Park, Eureka, Avenue of the Giants, San Francisco, Choice of San Francisco Bay Cruise or City Tour of San Francisco!  

Click here to view a brochure.

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This 10-Day Tour Includes Round-Trip Air and 13 meals (8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners). 

 

Greater Akron Chamber Offers Two Healthcare Plans for Chamber Members
 
The Chamber recently added Medical Mutual to our benefit savings portfolio in addition to SummaCare.  Medical Mutual healthcare plans are built around Medical Mutual's network of doctors and hospitals, the largest provider network in Ohio. That network includes Akron General Medical Center and Summa Health System.

Designed as a private exchange model built around a fully integrated technology platform, this consumer-driven choice tool encourages responsible healthcare spending habits and more involvement in treatment decisions. The plans are available for member companies with 51 to 500 eligible employees.  As an added benefit, Chamber members will receive a 1.4 percent discount on their healthcare premiums. For more information, please contact the Medical Mutual Sales Team at (440) 572-6349.

For over 18 years, SummaCare and the Greater Akron Chamber have partnered to save local businesses over $25 million on health insurance premiums. Those savings are used by companies to grow their bottom line and boost our local economy.

 

SummaCare is pleased to continue to offer Chamber members and the Affiliate Partner Chamber members the maximum allowable discount of 1.4% on their health insurance premiums. We are the only health insurance option offering a discount through the Greater Akron Chamber for employers of 50 or fewer employees.  For more information, contact the SummaCare Sales Team at (800) 996-8818 or call your broker.

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 CareWorksComp because they help employers achieve the highest group rating discount possible.  Nearly 30,000 customers choose CareWorksComp to manage their workers' compensation plan.  Click here to download an authorization permitting CareWorksComp to provide you with a NO-COST, NO-OBLIGATION analysis.  To learn more, call CareWorksComp at 1 (800) 837-3200.

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The annual filing deadline is November 18, and now is your chance to apply for the group rating program administrated through CareWorksComp, Ohio's largest TPA, which has generated savings for more than 48,000 Ohio employers.  CareWorksComp's multi-tiered workers' compensation group rating program can save members more money with a variety of savings levels. They will evaluate your company's workers' comp experience and provide you with the best program options that will help you maximize your bottom line.

Group rating members also receive companion cost control solutions provided by CareWorksComp including safety services and unemployment consultation.  There is no cost or obligation to apply. Contact Bob Nicoll, at 1 (800) 837.3200 extension 58595 or e-mail robert.nicoll@careworkscomp.com, and he will assist you with your application. You can also learn more about CareWorksComp by visiting their webpage at www.careworkscomp.com.
 
Apply today for the industry-leading CareWorksComp group rating program endorsed by the Greater Akron Chamber.

 

 

 

Please consider partnering with Akron Public Schools and North High School to showcase your business and career!  

As part of the $8.6 million various bridge repair project on I-76 between the Kenmore Leg and the Portage County line, the Ohio Department of Transportation District 4 will have various ramp closures and mainline restrictions throughout the fall.  For more information, visit Do the Detour or ODOT.

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Curious how road construction will affect your commute?  Download the OHGO app today!  Access up-to-the minute details on current traffic speeds, incidents, road construction and weather-related conditions affecting travel from your desktop, tablet or mobile device.  Check out the tutorial video to the right for a preview of the app.

  

Greater Akron Chamber
1 Cascade Plaza, 17th Fl.
Akron, Ohio 44308
www.greaterakronchamber.org

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The Greater Akron Chamber is the only economic development organization in the State of Ohio   to be accredited by the International Economic Development Council.