Akron economic development

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This is Akron: Hopeful Signs Emerging in Akron's Economy

Marlene Denholm and Brooke Kennamore get a firsthand look at ongoing Akron economic development. That’s because they have a true front-row seat to the…
Economy

Analysis Finds Akron Office Space is in High Demand

A new analysis finds that more employers are seeking Akron for office space. The Cleveland-based research firm JLL found the city’s office vacancy rate is…
Economy

An Executive Search Is Underway For A Leader of Akron's Innovation Hub

The newly selected board of directors for Akron’s advanced innovation hub is beginning the process of finding a CEO. The innovation hub program, which is…
Economy

Akron Hopes for a Bounce in Economic Development

Akron is looking to get a Bounce. That’s actually the name of a project announced last month by Mayor Dan Horrigan. It’s aimed at energizing business…
Economy

Akron gets a BOUNCE

Getting Akron to grow again is a stated goal of Mayor Dan Horrigan. To do that he is initiating an economic development program called BOUNCE. It’s aimed…