Regional Economic Growth Position the Greater Akron Chamber as a partner for regional economic development initiatives such as the Synthe6 Materials Accelerator and polymer industry clustering. Opportunities exist to offer advanced industry collaboration tools, grant-writing support, and technology program consulting to expand regional manufacturing and materials science initiatives.

Member Engagement Leverage the Chamber’s large and diverse 1,500+ member base to offer targeted sponsorships, networking programs, and marketing services. Propose membership-driven lead generation packages, event sponsorships, and co-branded content to boost member ROI and cross-pollination among manufacturers, SMBs, and educational institutions.

Innovation Partnerships Capitalize on recent launches like the Synthe6 Materials Accelerator and WNLI Board Leadership Directory by offering technology scouting, startup acceleration support, and governance advisory services. Target corporate sponsors and ecosystem partners interested in AI-enabled materials design, biopolymers, recycling, and sustainable packaging opportunities.

Funding & Grants Identify funding pathways tied to regional development and polymer initiatives, including strategic development grants. Propose consulting on grant preparation, program management, and matching funds, and offer technology implementation services to maximize grant outcomes for the Chamber and its partners.

Digital Engagement Assist in expanding the Chamber’s digital presence and data capabilities by offering CRM integration, member analytics, and marketing automation. Highlight opportunities around leveraging their tech stack (MySQL, RSS, jQuery, and content platforms) to deliver personalized member experiences, event marketing, and performance reporting to drive participation and revenue.