When owner Chris Sedlock opened Karma Kafe last January, the 23-year-old entrepreneur decided to focus on “giving people a reason to come hang out but not need a social lubricant to have a good time.” So he created a nonalcoholic, relaxing place, paying special attention to quality, customer service and atmosphere. Open every day of the year, the Kafe is 18-and-over, so you’ll find a wide range of customers (including Akron U. students) enjoying boisterous conversation, DJs on the weekend and regular performances by belly dancers. And Chris is proud of his achievements so far. “Karm...
