He says the Chamber is also helping the Derby out financially while it seeks a national sponsor. Colantone tells AkronNewsNow "We are establishing an account to see where organizations and companies might want to provide some financial support. Then that money will just abe a pass through from the business organizations and the Chamber to the Derby."

Dan Colantone says there are many individuals in the Akron community that have an interest, in particular from the business community, companies and organizations who have young professionals and other who like to be involved in ways to make the All-American Soap Box Derby even more successful. 

Colantone believes the Derby has good leadership on their Board, but are asking for other potential leadership that could help them take the next step.