University Park is an emerging urban neighborhood in Akron, Ohio
where a diverse population actively pursues an eclectic and exciting life
of health, education, sustainability, and community. The 50-block
neighborhood is strategically located at the center of education,
medicine, technology and culture.

University Park

Start UP

Innovations and ideas are alive and well in the minds of UP residents and professionals … and actively pursuing them is heartily encouraged.

Ready to take the entrepreneurial leap? Want to build a better neighborhood? Looking for like-minded souls? There is power in creating something where nothing existed before. Here are some useful links that will explain the resources available to help you start a business, neighborhood association, or group around shared interest, or join a group already in progress.

Start a business

Start a neighborhood group

Start a conversation

Start a meetup

Related Events

University Park Start UP! Business Plan Competition 12-08-2011 – 05-09-2012 (All Day): University Park Start UP! Business Plan Competition initial application period is closed for this year. The initial application was due by Thursday, December 8, 2011. The Competition is open to all interested entrepreneurs who would like to locate a business in University…