Latest News

Farewell & Happy Retirement to Shelley Koch!

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 19:53:00 GMT

After 3+ years of service to the Alumni Association and Leadership Akron, we say farewell to Shelley Koch. Heather Flohr has stepped into the role of Graduate Engagement Coordinator with the organization.

Leadership Akron names Barry Dunaway as President

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 20:22:00 GMT

Leadership Akron's Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the hiring of Barry Dunaway as the President replacing Mark Scheffler. Dunaway will assume his presidency on November 26, 2018.

Leadership Akron & United Way of Summit County Announces Third Class of Diversity On Board

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 17:55:00 GMT

Leadership Akron and United Way of Summit County have selected a group of 17 leaders for Class 3 of the Diversity On Board Program. The class includes participants from Greater Akron’s business, education, government, nonprofit and religious sectors.

Welcome New Board Members, Paul N. Catania and Betsy L.B. Hartschuh

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 20:55:00 GMT

Leadership Akron is excited to welcome new board members, Paul N. Cantania of Oswald Companies, and Betsy Bare Hartschuh of Witschey Witschey & Firestine Co., LPA. We look forward to new ideas, passion and perspectives these individuals will bring to LA!

Leadership Akron Announces Signature Class 35

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 17:56:00 GMT

Leadership Akron is pleased to announce the selection of 40 leaders for the 2018/2019 Signature Program, Class 35. With nearly 90 qualified applicants annually, the selection process is especially competitive. The class includes participants from Greater Akron’s business, government, and nonprofit sectors.

SPECIAL EDITION Walk a Mile with Akron Leaders featuring Mark Scheffler

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 14:02:00 GMT

In the special edition of the Walk a Mile with Akron Leaders podcast, former Leadership Akron president, Mark Scheffler, joins host Justin Hilton at Summit Metro Parks Clinton Trailhead as he reflects back on those who have been instrumental in his success, his ideas that manifested into reality, and what he envisions for his future in Stark County.

Leadership Akron hires Ratliff & Taylor for President search

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 20:48:00 GMT

Leadership Akron has retained executive search firm Ratliff & Taylor to assist the search committee in selecting the organization’s next President. Interested candidates can obtain further information by contacting Patti Shumay or Linda J. Gray of Ratliff & Taylor.

Leadership Akron names recipients of 2018 Read Family Difference Maker Award

Tue, 29 May 2018 15:47:00 GMT

The Leadership Akron Alumni Association has named the Torchbearers Partnership Agreement Team: Laura Culp, Ron Kopp, Kyle Kutuchief, Amanda Leffler, and Brian Pollak, as this year’s recipients of the Read Family Difference Maker Award. The recipients will be recognized with a ceremonial Gingko tree planting in October.

Join our Team: Finance Administrator

Thu, 10 May 2018 16:48:00 GMT

Leadership Akron is seeking a part-time (15-20 hours per week) Finance Administrator to join our team! Interested in applying or know someone who would be a great fit? Resumes are due Friday, June 1, 2018.

Robert W. Malone named recipient of 2018 Lieberth Community Vision Award

Tue, 01 May 2018 15:43:00 GMT

Leadership Akron is proud to announce Robert W. Malone of Buckingham, Doolittle and Burroughs, LLC as the recipient of the 2018 Lieberth Community Vision Award because of his significant contributions to the community through his legal work and leadership roles with numerous nonprofit organizations.