Honoring our Region's Young Professionals

The Greater Akron Chamber celebrated the accomplishments of thirty Greater Akron Region young professionals at the 2nd Annual 30 for the Future Awards Gala on Monday, September 8, 2008, at Carousel Dinner Theatre, sponsored by Huntington Bank. As part of the Greater Akron Chamber's strategy to attract and retain talent in the region, the 30 for the Future award honors young professionals (ages 25-39) whose stellar contributions impact their industries and the Greater Akron Region.

The 30 for the Future award recipients were nominated by members of the Greater Akron Chamber and regional profit and non-profit organizations, including many of the region’s Young Professional organizations. An independent Advisory Council selected the recipients based on the finalists’ Leadership Documents, which showcased professional and community accomplishments, team-building, leadership and creativity in overcoming obstacles.

Over 400 community leaders, friends, and family members gathered to honor the award recipients at the gala. Heather Burns, morning show host for 91.3 The Summit emceed the evening. Summit County Executive Russ Pry and Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic were on hand to congratulate the winners.

In addition to being honored at the September 8 gala, the recipients are also profiled in a special section of Northern Ohio Live magazine’s October 2008 issue. Click on the link below to download a copy of this special section, or contact Jeff Walmsley at (330) 237-1214 or walmsley@greaterakronchamber.org to receive printed copies.

We extend our congratulations to all of this year's recipients, and we look forward to celebrating an equally talented group selected next year!