Tourism in Akron

Tourism in Akron

From Ray Horner Morning Show by WAKR

April 29, 2026 · 10 min

About this episode

Ray Horner interviews Gregg Mervis about the unique attractions that draw visitors to Akron.

Gregg Mervis, President & CEO of the Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau, joined Ray. They discussed what makes the area so unique and brings people into the area: the medical corridor, the University of Akron, the Akron Canton Airport, and more.

People in this episode

Host: Ray Horner

Guest: Gregg Mervis

Topics covered

  • tourism
  • Akron
  • convention and visitors bureau
  • medical corridor
  • higher education
  • transportation

Keywords

  • tourism
  • Akron
  • Gregg Mervis
  • convention bureau
  • medical corridor
  • University of Akron
  • Akron Canton Airport

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau

Places: Akron, University of Akron, Akron Canton Airport

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