The 3rd annual Pioneer Event is quickly approaching!

This year’s event will be May 8th at The Pearl!

Last year’s event was a huge success. We received more nominations for the Pioneer of the Year award, expanded our award categories to honor more pioneers and attracted a larger audience, resulting in an increase in live votes for our 2024 Pioneer of the Year, James Khan.

It was also another milestone in the growth of the “Pioneer Starts Here” (PSH) Movement, and we plan to repeat it for this year’s event.

We had open nominations in the fall, and we have our category finalists! In April, we will have community voting on our category winners followed by our event, where the 2025 Pioneer of the Year will be announced.

The event is a part of the PSH platform, which focuses on telling the authentic stories of market leading pioneers in our region.

The Pioneer Event is more than a celebration; it’s a significant boost for the community. It highlights the best of Northeast Indiana and brings people together. Additionally, it shows that there are many ways to pioneer our region.

Additionally, the impact of our awards extends beyond mere recognition. Ariana McGee, CEO and Founder of Navigate Maternity and the 2023 Pioneer of the Year, said before presenting this year’s award that winning last year’s award was the “spark” for her and her company.

The Pioneer Event continues to grow in prominence, gaining recognition within the region, across the state and beyond. We look forward to celebrating and promoting the pioneering spirit that drives Northeast Indiana.

We’re looking forward to seeing you all there!

-SACKETT!!!