Who We Are
Eat Speak Love, LLC (ESL) serves to amplify Akron’s minority and women-owned businesses and empowers them toward economic equity.
ESL partners with local food visionaries, artists, public speakers, and small businesses to provide our patrons with a new taste or view of Akron. ESL serves as a launchpad for women and minority entrepreneurs to showcase their unique brands, vision, and passion projects. At ESL, our patrons are invested in the revitalization of Akron’s economy, cultural diversity, and overall small business expansion.
Our Sisterhood: V.I.E.W.
V.I.E.W. is a group of for female entrepreneurs that exists to educate, advocate, and connect our members with resources to help their businesses grow. Our members are women that are invested in building their brand, increasing their knowledge of sound business practices, and supporting our sisters in business!
Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards
COMING IN 2023
Recognizing women and/or minority-owned businesses serving the Greater Akron area
Our Partner: Thrift Theory & Style
At Thrift Theory & Style, we believe that fashion deserves a second chance. We offer personal styling and shopping sessions as well as monthly styling subscriptions that include 1-2 thrifted outfits per month. We specialize in daring styles, vintage finds, and statement pieces all for drastically low prices!