A shared vision for shared prosperity
The world is changing. Greater Akron is ready.
Elevate Greater Akron (Elevate) is a collaborative of government, business, and civic leaders working together to capitalize on opportunities in our rapidly changing world.
In 2018, the County of Summit, City of Akron, Greater Akron Chamber and GAR Foundation came together to create a transformative, high-functioning, and collaborative economic development system for Greater Akron. Informed by extensive market research, local interviews, and insights from peer cities, Elevate Greater Akron was born.
Today, Elevate is a collaborative of government, business, and civic leaders working together to bring greater prosperity to the Greater Akron region. The initiative focuses on shared priorities and metrics aligned with our work, striving to drive economic growth, opportunity, and a cultural shift in development.
Shared Priorities
EGA leaders share a unified vision, aligned priorities, and measurable goals that intersect with our mission to promote economic growth and expand opportunities for all residents.
Global Polymer Capital
Capture growth opportunities in sustainability, mobility, health care, and electronics. Learn More
The New Fundamentals
Coordinate economic development intentionally focused on those already in the region. Learn More
Leaders
Elevate Greater Akron is a regional inclusive economic development collaborative that aligns the efforts of government, business, nonprofit, and civic leaders.
