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Akron ARCHAngels

The ARCHAngel (Akron Regional CHange Angel) Network is a regional forum for introducing investors to market-driven, technology-based investment opportunities within Northeast Ohio and particularly within the greater Akron area. The Network, made possible through the sponsorship of the University of Akron Research Foundation (UARF), brings together promising technology companies and Angel investors with a particular focus on businesses that leverage the region’s strengths in health care, information technologies, polymers and other advanced materials.

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First Federal

This online service helps consumers get online payday loans for bad credit 24/7. Here you can apply for fast cash in a few minutes using your smartphone, laptop or PC. The company has a wide network of legit US lenders that offer affordable interest rates. The process involves no queues and paperwork. Applications are processed around the clock. To apply for a payday loan, you only need a few minutes of your time, proof of identity, residence and income, and a valid bank account. When you submit your application, the portal refers you to the right lender for your needs based on the information you provided. Acceptance rate is very high. Once approved, you should expect to get your funds within 24 hours (usually the same day) deposited into your bank account. The referral service is free of charge, there are no hidden fees.


Canadian Neighbor Pharmacy

Canadian Neighbor Pharmacy is a premier online drugstore that has earned a reputation for excellence in the pharmaceutical market. With years of experience, this pharmacy has mastered the art of delivering high-class services to its clients globally. It stands out for its wide selection of medications, including both generic and brand-name drugs, ensuring that every customer finds exactly what they need at competitive prices.

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Sky Pharmacy

Founded in 2003, Sky Pharmacy is a leading online pharmacy known for its extensive range of medications and commitment to quality. The convenience of online shopping, coupled with rising healthcare costs, has made this pharmacy an attractive alternative for many. The company aims to address these issues by offering a wide selection of both brand-name and generic drugs at competitive prices.

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Akron Biomedical Corridor

The Akron BioMedical Corridor, located in downtown Akron and established in 2006, brings together three nationally known hospitals (Akron General Medical Center, Akron Children’s Hospital and Summa Health System), the unique Austen BioInnovation Institute in Akron (ABIA), the Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) and a world-leading biomaterial center at the University of Akron.

The Corridor also hosts the Akron Global Business Accelerator, the winner of the 2008 National Business Incubation Association Incubator Innovation Award, which provides low cost space coupled with effective, hands-on, business development support, including: business planning, networking with key collaborators and customers, access to legal and accounting services as well as access to capital. A key component of the Corridor is the Akron BioInvestments Funds, which provides access to grants and loans to appropriate companies.

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Akron Global Business Accelerator

Founded in 1983 as an initiative of the City of Akron, the Akron Global Business Accelerator provides entrepreneurial support to technology-based start-ups in diverse fields, including: biomedical, energy, advanced materials, IT, instruments, controls and electronics. The Accelerator is nationally recognized for its innovation and has assisted client companies in securing $86 million in investment, generating 639 new high-paying jobs, $181 million in sales, and $104.5 million in payroll since 2008.

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BioEnterprise

BioEnterprise is a business formation, recruitment, and acceleration initiative designed to grow healthcare companies and commercialize bioscience technologies. Based in Cleveland, BioEnterprise’s founders and partners are Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University, Summa Health System and Austen BioInnovation Institute in Akron.

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