Akron is at the tipping point of innovation and entrepreneurship, says Heather Roszczyk, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Advocate for the city of Akron, who joins Shane and Chris to discuss the landscape of local business startups, including the opening of the new Bounce Innovation Hub in downtown Akron. And innovation doesn’t necessarily mean tech-based inventions, it’s merely a revolutionary way of looking at something, she adds. It’s apparent that Akronites take a unique view of the world around us, which is likely why we were selected for eBay’s Retail Revival program, and Heather points this out as an example of e-commerce and bricks and mortar working hand-in-hand. We also learn about Heather's operatic college studies and her endurance running accomplishments, along with what keeps her in Akron. To find out more about Heather’s amazing work in the community, visit akronisforentrepreneurs.org.
Episode 130 - Movement is Medicine
Episode 129 - We're Climbing the Walls in Akron
Episode 128 - Catching Up With the Core Four (Has it really been that long?)
Episode 127 - Women, Books and Punk Rock
Episode 126 — The Devil’s in the Details: Chris Horne Returns
Episode 125 - A Crafty Batch of Brewers: Akron Ale Fest
Episode 124 - Taking Pride in Akron’s Equality
Episode 123 - Rockin’ Porches with Red Rose Panic
Episode 122 - The Core Four Returns: Summertime Edition
Episode 121- Our Skates are Laced: A Visit with Akron Roller Derby
Episode 120 - Akron Adventures: Tales from a Mystery Kidcast
Episode 119 - Amplifying Akron’s People and Places
Episode 118 - TransAkron, Empowerment Through Stories
Episode 116 - Curated Storefronts, Paw-Paw Trees and Don Drumm Casserole Dishes
Episode 115 - St. Paddy’s Day at Pub Bricco
Episode 114 - Ma’Sue: Preserving Culture Through Theatre
Episode 113 - Listening to Native Voices
Episode 112 - Stay Sexy and Don’t Get Murdered
Episode 111- How is Akron Made?
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