- Ohio Labor Market Info
- Ohio Unemployment Data
- Federal Form 1-9
- U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services
- Summit County Workforce Development
- Summit and Medina Workforce Area Council of Governments (SAMWA COG)
- Ohio Mean Jobs – On the Job Training
- Ohio Labor Market Information
- Ohio Means Jobs – Area 2
- Akron Urban League Workforce Development
- Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce Directory
Employer Resources
Employers for Health Consortium – CDC Worksite Health Scorecard
This consortium is focused on improving workplace wellness in Summit County by educating businesses on various workplace wellness strategies and encouraging the use of the CDC Worksite Health ScoreCard. The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber believes a healthy workplace environment is important for the well-being of the region’s workforce and is an economic development asset.
- This free online tool designed by the CDC helps employers assess whether they have implemented adequate science-based healthy worksite strategies to prevent serious health issues and reduce absenteeism, downtime, unproductivity, and insurance costs.
- Aside from the individual health benefits of employees, fostering a healthier workplace environment can make Summit County more appealing to businesses and employees alike.
- Click here to visit the CDC’s website and further information on the ScoreCard.
Western Reserve Hospital Community Business Leaders Breakfast
Community Business Leaders Breakfast is offered each year in May. This free breakfast includes networking and a speaker focused on a business topic. The audience varies but typically includes civic and public officials, business, community, church, and non-profit leaders.
To sign up to receive news and updates from the hospital, contact Kathy Romito at kromito@westenreservehospital.org
Cuyahoga Falls Library
Need a library card? Go here!
After creating an account (which only requires your name and e-mail address), you can watch videos, create playlists, bookmark pages, and obtain Certificates of Completion (that can be uploaded to your LinkedIn profile). Many courses also feature exercise files, so that if you’re watching a tutorial about Microsoft Excel you can follow the activity with downloadable, pre-populated Excel spreadsheet files.
MakerSpace – The MakerSpace is a room designed to offer patrons free access to a variety of tech and craft equipment. This space serves all ages as it includes a Cricut Crafting Machine, Adobe Creative Suite, Jewelry Making Tool Kit, Button Makers, Ellison Die Cutter, Green Screen, VHS to DVD convertor, and more! Teachers, entrepreneurs, crafters and organizations are all invited to utilize this space. One-on-one tech assistance and MakerSpace programming is also available. For new visitors, it is recommended you visit during a staffed time. For questions on the MakerSpace, please visit us at the information desk or call 330-928-2117.
Current Hours
- Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3-7 pm
- Wednesdays 9 am-1 pm
- Fridays 9 am-6 pm (non-staffed)
- Saturdays 1-4 pm
See our calendar for upcoming orientation sessions and classes. View our MakerSpace Policy.
Lynda
Cuyahoga Falls Library is pleased to offer its cardholders access to Lynda.com’s library of instructional videos. Normally, using Lynda.com requires a paid subscription, but as a Cuyahoga Falls Library cardholder you can access Lynda.com content from any computer with an internet connection simply by entering your library card number and four-digit PIN. Log into Lynda.com Please note that you can only access course content through the Cuyahoga Falls Library login page, and not by directly visiting the Lynda.com homepage.
What is Lynda.com?
Now owned by LinkedIn, Lynda.com has been the leading provider of online learning content for 20 years. Lynda.com has more than 12,000 courses, ranging from computer programming to project management including instruction on various computer software, programming languages, and business topics. The video courses are taught by industry experts and are designed for any skill level.
Courses include:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.)
- Adobe Create Suites (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, etc.)
- Latest versions of popular operating systems such as Windows 10, iOS, Android, Linux
- Coding and markup languages such as C, Java, Python, Ruby, MySQL, HTML, CSS and PHP
- Business skills, communication, marketing and leadership
- Data analysis, cloud computing, server management
- Creative arts including photography, video editing 3D animation, and more
Lynda.com also offers more than 50 different learning paths to help users stay ahead in their current job or change careers. Examples of learning paths include how to become a web developer, IT security specialist, project manager, or small business owner.
Libby –Borrow and read ebooks and audiobooks from your local public library for free! Get the app today! Or, use it in your web browser at libbyapp.com.
Start-Up Resources
If you are starting a business, expanding a business, or have questions, the following is a list of resources to assist you.
General Guidance
- Cuyahoga Falls Demographics
- Business Start-Up Guide
- Business Startup Road Map and Checklist
Better Business Bureau of Summit County
388 S. Main St. Suite 302
Akron, OH 44311
(330) 253-4590
www.akronbbb.org
Call to check the record of a company you’re considering doing business with.
Entrepreneurship and Business Assistance Centers
77 South High Street
Columbus OH 43216
(800) 248-4040
business.ohio.gov/starting/
Startup information for your business and information on taxes and licensing.
City of Cuyahoga Falls, Community Development Department
2310 Second Street
Cuyahoga Falls OH 44221
(330) 971-8135
www.cityofcf.com
The Department of Community Development offers many services for businesses that are just beginning, relocating to Cuyahoga Falls, or expanding their present facility. Community Development may provide a variety of significant economic incentives or share valuable property availability information to assist local businesses. Information on Enterprise Zone, Community Reinvestment Area, and Foreign Trade Zone.
Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce
111 Stow Ave, Suite 200
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
(234) 303-1689
www.cfchamber.com
The Chamber is a non-profit professional business organization offering monthly networking events (lunch meetings, breakfasts, and business receptions) to help you promote your business and meet other business leaders. We specialize in business introductions, business relationships, and business referrals. We offer a small business benefits plan with money-saving benefits. Check out our Business Directory of Chamber of Commerce Members available on our website.
Cuyahoga Falls Library
2015 Third Street
Cuyahoga Falls OH 44221
(330) 928-2117
www.cuyahogafallslibrary.org
A great resource center to do research. The Library offers free Internet usage. Call for hours.
Ohio Department of Taxation
(888) 405-4039
www.tax.ohio.gov
General Business, including Corporate Franchise, Employer & School District Withholding, Financial Institutions, Muni for Electric Light and Local Exchange Telephone Companies, and Sales & Use Taxes
SCORE Chapter #81
175 S. Main St., Suite 209, Summit County Bldg
Akron, OH 44308
(330) 379-3163
akron.score.org
akron.score.org
Service Corps of Retired Executives Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping the small business community through no-fee mentoring and business counseling and low-cost workshops.
Small Business Development Center
526 S. Main St., Ste. 601 (inside The Bounce Innovation Hub)
Akron OH 44311
(330) 375-2111
www.akronsbdc.org
Provides counseling, support, and training to business owners and individuals interested in starting or expanding their business. Call for a class named Business Basics, which is held once a month at no cost.
Secretary of State – John Husted
Start-up business information, document authentication, election services – register to vote, notary commission, trademark information are just a few of the services this site offers.
Summit County Fiscal Office – Kristen M. Scalise CPA, CFE
Kristen Scalise has served as the Summit County Fiscal Officer since May 2011. She manages the auditor, recorder, and treasurer divisions of the fiscal office.
Vendor License – Summit County
A vendor’s license authorizes a business to engage in tangible retail sales and charge sales tax. A license is required for each location of operation within the county. All applications must have a street address; P.O. Boxes cannot be accepted. A sole owner is required to furnish their social security number or federal tax identification number. If the company is a corporation, LLC, or LP, list the Ohio Corporate Charter number, Ohio Foreign License number, or Articles of Organization number issued by Ohio’s Secretary of State. Also needed are the names and addresses of the corporate officers.
Other Resources
Office Space
Post Offices (Cuyahoga Falls)
- State Road (Main Office)
3345 State Rd
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221
(330) 928-9137 - 2nd Street
2054 2nd St
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221
(330) 945-5807