Scaling Starts with You

From the Greater Akron Chamber's inaugural Business Growth Symposium held June 12, 2026, this session explores what it takes to build a business that can grow beyond the founder—from financial visibility and operational discipline to leadership structure and decision-making. Moderated by Steve Wilt, Principal/Financial Advisor at CAPTRUST, conversation also focus on how founders expand their role, build teams that operate independently, and create accountability without constant oversight. Through real examples, you’ll hear what changed, what worked, and what it took to unlock the next stage of growth from panelists Dwayne Groll, CEO and Chairman of the Board, Environmental Design Group; and Rachel Phillips, Founder and former CEO, Fully Accountable.