The bureau's mission is to promote akron and summit county as an ideal location for meetings, conventions and tours. The center's mission is to provide a first-class, affordable facility to greater-akron, regional and national clients for the purpose of business, education and entertainment, which will in turn create jobs, encourage new business, promote tourism, increase the AREA's visibility, and GAIN further recognition for akron and summit county as a vibrant and dynamic destination for ANY type of event.