Summit County
In Summit County, rapidly growing and globally competitive science, medical and technical industries stand alongside lively, family-friendly communities and one of the nation’s most-visited national parks. Located within a 500-mile radius of 60% of the total U.S. population, and served by significant highway, air service, and trucking firms, Summit County is anchored by the City of Akron. Akron is nationally ranked as a top destination for Millennial homebuyers, one of the safest cities from natural disasters, and one of the nation’s most affordable cities. Site Selection Magazine recently recognized the Greater Akron MSA as a Top 10 Metro by Total Projects.
Equipped to meet your needs
552,000 PEOPLE
Living in Summit County
259,000 workers
in the robust workforce of Summit County
POLYMER INDUSTRY CLUSTER
Home to the Polymer Industry Cluster
Recent Economic Development Achievements
Polymer Industry Cluster
CMC
Integra Mission Critical LLC
Haydon Corporation
DRB
Driverge Vehicle Innovations
Summit County Sites & Buildings
Norton Commerce Park
Norton Commerce Park, centrally located in Ohio, offers strategic advantages for operations within a major industrial region. Positioned at the intersection of I-76 and SR-21, and just miles from I-77 and I-71, it ensures excellent connectivity.
Program Spotlights
Polymer Industry Cluster
The Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub of the United States. The Greater Akron Region has been a center for the world’s polymer industry for over a century and continues to drive global innovation and shape the local economy.
