The Akron AITP Chapter celebrated their 50^th anniversary at the monthly meeting held at the Tangier in Akron Ohio on October 28.

There were approximately 50 people in attendance to hear Chuck Kern from the Bayer Corporation speak.

Guests included members from the Pittsburgh, Northeast Ohio, Wheeling, and Columbus chapters. Region 18 was represented by: President Darlene Gerber, Treasurer John Hage, Secretary Mary Jane Scruggs, and Past President Roger Frame.

Some guests in attendance.

Darlene Gerber, Region 18 President presented a commemorative plaque to the Chapter.

The Chapter also received a special proclamation from the Mayor of Akron proclaiming October 28, 2003 as "Akron Chapter Of Association Of Information Technology Professionals Day".

The evening ended with a champagne toast and each person received a commemorative glass and a carnation to take home.

Carol Hosier, current Akron Chapter President with the Past Presidents who were in attendance. From left Nick Regopoulos, David Lisle, Gerald Schaefer, William Gribble, David Chema, Frank Battles, Paul Jeremiah, James Moore, Walter Harnack and Don Fobean.

A few Past Presidents chatting. From left James Moore, Frank Battles, Gerald Schaefer,

Some guests in attendance.