Akron-Canton Advocacy Alliance
With the responsibility to represent the needs of our members, the ACAA works to grow the business community’s participation in the advocacy process and create a united front from members in the Akron-Canton region on key policy issues.
Akron-Canton
Advocacy Alliance
With the responsibility to represent the needs of our members, the ACAA works to grow the business community’s participation in the advocacy process and create a united front from members in the Akron-Canton region on key policy issues.
ACAA Dashboard
Find more information and track the status of our current legislative priorities
Public Policy Agenda
Our Public Policy Agenda is developed by business leaders who participate in the ACAA and is formally approved and adopted by the Boards of Directors from the Greater Akron Chamber and Canton Regional Chamber. This document guides our advocacy efforts and represents timely legislative issues that are directly related to our region’s economic growth and success. For more information about our priorities, visit our Public Policy Agenda.
2024-2025 Advocacy Priorities
The OMCC, nine chambers of commerce including the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Greater Akron Chamber that jointly advocate for issues impacting the metropolitan areas of the state, has announced its 2024-2025 policy priorities
Public Policy Agenda
Our Public Policy Agenda is developed by business leaders who participate in the ACAA and is formally approved and adopted by the Boards of Directors from the Greater Akron Chamber and Canton Regional Chamber. This document guides our advocacy efforts and represents timely legislative issues that are directly related to our region’s economic growth and success. For more information about our priorities, visit Public Policy Agenda.
2024-2025 Advocacy Priorities
The OMCC, nine chambers of commerce including the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Greater Akron Chamber that jointly advocate for issues impacting the metropolitan areas of the state, has announced its 2024-2025 policy priorities
Information and Updates
Advocacy Updates
To stay up to date on the most relevant activities related to government, policy and regulation, enroll in our advocacy updates. They provide key information in a timely and consistent manner and often include invitations or recaps to unique engagement opportunities reserved for ACAA members.
Voting Information
Voting is a right and the ultimate expression of our freedom. As the voice of the business community, the ACAA encourages our members to promote the importance of voting to their employees and to educate them on the ballot issues. Visit your county Board of Elections website for information on how to register to vote, vote early, or find your polling location.
Advocacy in Action Podcast
The ACAA is thrilled to announce the launch of our new Advocacy in Action podcast series! In the first episode, GAC President and CEO Steve Millard leads a conversation with Jeff Dafler, President and CEO of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, and John Rizzo, Vice President of the ACAA, on the partnership, recent milestones, and a preview of key issues for 2025 – including upcoming advocacy efforts and events scheduled for the first quarter of the year.
Advocacy in Action Podcast
The ACAA is thrilled to announce the launch of our new Advocacy in Action podcast series! In the first episode, GAC President and CEO Steve Millard leads a conversation with Jeff Dafler, President and CEO of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce, and John Rizzo, Vice President of the ACAA, on the partnership, recent milestones, and a preview of key issues for 2025 – including upcoming advocacy efforts and events scheduled for the first quarter of the year.
For more or questions about our advocacy efforts, please contact:
John Rizzo
Vice President
jrizzo@akroncantonadvocacy.org
Alexis Escobar-Paz
