Progress Being Made on Collective Goals
Dear Friends and Stakeholders, Since sharing our updated Strategic Plan with you earlier this year, we have been hard at work transforming our vision into tangible actions. Through our collaborative approach to partnership development, we have made significant progress across the region in support of our collective goals of growth, innovation, and inclusivity. Growth: We […]
Affordable, Attainable Housing is Key for Economic Growth
Dear Friends of Northeast Indiana, Our region has long understood the critical role that residential development plays in driving economic growth. But why is this so important? Simply put, affordable and accessible housing is key to attracting and retaining the skilled workforce our community needs. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, Sept. 11 for the […]
A Reflection on Regional Collaboration Over Past 10 Years
This week, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on how far regional collaboration has come along over the past 10 years, as the Northeast Indiana Regional Authority (RDA) and Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) begin the process of reviewing and approving the first batch of READI 2.0 projects. Northeast Indiana’s (NEI) proactive approach […]
A Vision for Growth: Northeast Indiana’s Strategic Plan 2025-2027
Dear Friends and Stakeholders, It is with great enthusiasm that I share with you the highlights from our newly approved Strategic Plan for 2025-2027, a blueprint meticulously crafted to unleash the collective strength and potential of Northeast Indiana. This morning this strategic plan update has received the formal endorsement of our Board of Directors, signifying […]
Another Successful Pioneer Event
Dear Friends of Northeast Indiana, Today, I would like to highlight our Pioneer Starts Here (PSH) platform and our second annual Pioneer Event that took place last Thursday evening at The Forum at Electric Works. First of all, many thanks to 300-plus of our closest friends who joined us in this annual celebration! We took the […]
Embracing Innovation Drives Growth in NEI
Dear Friends of Northeast Indiana, Today, I would like to bring to the forefront again why embracing innovation and venture creation is so important for the growth of Northeast Indiana. We stand at a pivotal moment where innovation and entrepreneurship have become more than just buzzwords—they are forming a new bedrock for our regional economic […]
Creative Arts Steadily Growing in NEI
Dear Friends of Northeast Indiana, As we continue to unfold our 2024 Action Plan, our commitment is steadfast in identifying and nurturing the sectors where Northeast Indiana excels and a clear value proposition offer. Thus far we have already highlighted aspects of our value proposition for MedTech, Specialty Insurance, Defense and Aerospace, Food and Agriculture and Hardtech. […]
Promoting our Power in Hardtech in Germany
Friends of NEI, As the first quarter draws to a close, we’re hitting the road again, eager to engage with site selectors and investors. Next week marks a significant stride in our journey to promote our region’s hardtech and advanced manufacturing capabilities as we collaborate with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Commerce at […]
Mayor Tom Henry Will Truly Be Missed
We are all deeply saddened by the loss of our Mayor Tom Henry, yesterday. He tirelessly led the Fort Wayne community for over 16 years, taking us to a place where businesses and families alike – come together to create all that Fort Wayne is – a prosperous and family-first community. His legacy will forever […]
NEI Quarterly Business Development Journey
In the dynamic realm of business development, staying ahead of the curve is not just a goal—it’s a necessity. As we embarked on an ambitious journey for FY24, we encountered a few bumps along the road. Two members of our business development team departed NEI to support the launch of Plug and Play Indiana. It […]
