This week's episode brings us a conversation with Parker Platt, the Senior Strategy Manager and Senior Vice President with Citizens Bank. Parker is not only a Board member at the Greater Akron Chamber, he is a mover and shaker in the region helping nurture businesses, talent, and opportunities.

The Dreamers, Drivers & Doers features Nicole Mullet, Executive Director of ArtsNow. The organization leverages the arts and culture sector in Summit County to support and strengthen the region's economic and social vibrancy. Steve and Nicole discuss some exciting things happening in the arts & culture community, including the culture plan.

Ernie Pouttu President and CEO of Harwick Standard Distribution Corp, and a member of the Greater Akron Chamber board, is in the studio with Steve Millard for this session. Ernie discusses his career and involvement with the Akron region from business growth planning to community involvement.

Bhavin Patel from Green Harvest Capital joins Steve Millard in the studio to discuss his passion for creating modern, functional living spaces for Ohioans, developing areas throughout the region, and areas like Highland square in Akron.

Steve Wilt, Principal and Finance Advisor at Captrust and Community Leader, joins Steve Millard in the studio to talk about how building strong relationships help drive his business.

Owner of the Akron RubberDucks joins Steve Millard in the studio to talk about his path from Chief Revenue Officer/ Vice President and General Manager, Digital for the Washington Post, to the owner of two minor league baseball teams. 

Steve Marks, author, entrepreneur, and founder of the Akron Marathon, joins Steve Millard in the studio to talk about growing and selling businesses, reinventing himself, and what entrepreneurs need to drive their business.