Indiana Economic Development Corp.

Proud to see the world’s first Bone Marrow Bank being built right here in Indiana at @OssiumHealth. This kind of innovation means life-saving breakthroughs. Our state welcomes more growth, more investment, and more wins like this.

Exciting progress in Elkhart with a recent ribbon cutting for The Delta, a new walkable neighborhood bringing homes, dining, and retail to East Jackson Boulevard. Great work to everyone who made it happen!

Great conversations last week at the Northern Indiana Mayors Roundtable! IEDC President Josh Richardson shared updates, answered questions, and connected with local leaders committed to their communities. Thanks for having us!

You know it’s a friendly state when even Santa Claus only comes in sixth! Check out Nextdoor’s 2026 Friendliest Places to Live in Indiana: nextdoor.com/rankings/frien…

As a young mom, Crystina Diaz was determined to offer quality programming for preschool kids. Read how she brought her vision to life and discover other bright Indiana entrepreneurs here: iedc.in.gov/entrepreneursh…

Talent & Workforce leaders Kim Brant and Tony Denhart met with the team at Elwood Staffing this week. Did you know that the IEDC works with staffing agencies statewide to help secure a strong workforce pipeline for Indiana companies? One more reason to do business in Indiana!

A historic LaGrange schoolhouse + a few lavender shrubs = one of Indiana’s fastest‑growing agritourism stories. Meet the Wiggins family and their Bloomfield Schoolhouse Lavender Farm in this year’s Entrepreneurship Indiana Yearbook: iedc.in.gov/entrepreneursh…

Our Korea Office team, Julie Kim and Max Kim, shared Indiana’s growing advanced manufacturing and battery ecosystem at #Interbattery, the world's leading battery conference. Excited to keep building global partnerships for Indiana’s future.

Indiana’s economic development strategy continues to pay dividends for Hoosiers, creating new high-wage, high-growth career opportunities while reducing the burden of these jobs on taxpayers. In addition to creating new jobs, we are delivering on our promise to encourage regional strategy and decision making and to lift up entrepreneurs and small business owners.

IEDC's Q1 board meeting highlighted Indiana's strong 2026 momentum. Record-high wages ($45.34/hr), 1,368 new committed jobs & lower incentive costs. Updates also covered entrepreneurship support, new small business programs, and major READI progress. More: iedc.in.gov/events/news/de…

Power Up Indiana is helping employers strengthen teams and grow wages. @ShielSextonCo has shown what’s possible. Their upskilling culture drives 45 promotions a year, long-term loyalty and stronger client relationships. Learn more from @WorkforceIND: powerup.dwd.in.gov

Food logistics provider, @NewCold_HQ, is expanding its presence in Boone County again with a more than $500 million investments to build and equip a new facility in Lebanon, which will create more than 200 new jobs by the end of 2028. Learn more via @IIB: ow.ly/4xp650YveG3

Indiana is making a historic investment in ag and life sciences. Today, @GovBraun announced a $1B commitment to drive innovation and create 100,000 new high‑wage jobs statewide. Big momentum for the One Health economy. events.in.gov/event/gov-brau…

ICYMI: Hanjung America is bringing its first U.S. manufacturing facility to Huntington, Indiana. This will create 300+ high‑wage jobs with growth expected beyond 440. A big step forward for the Hoosier state’s advanced manufacturing sector. wane.com/top-stories/so…

At 15, Caylyn Pruitt turned a pandemic hobby into CayPops Bakery. She’s now sold 37k+ treats, expanded to Kentucky, hired a team, and is finishing her entrepreneurship degree at @IvyTechCC. She’s helping others launch too. Read her story: iedc.in.gov/entrepreneursh…

IEDC’s Chris Jeffers, Jan Schuler-Hicks and Andrea Lendy joined Roger Howard from @GovBraun’s office and partners at the 2026 @RadiusIndiana Stakeholder Luncheon. Grateful for the collaboration driving momentum and economic growth across southern Indiana.

We're excited to support IDEA WEEK on April 22! Hear from Stephanie Kabel (IEDC), Brian Schutt (Office of Entrepreneurship & Innovation), and Alan Steele (ISBDC) as they share Indiana’s top tools and resources for business growth. Learn more: ideaweek.com/events-2026/

Great visits with @GovBraun and our BR&E team this month, meeting with Incipio Devices and Impact CNC. These companies in Northeast Indiana continue to grow, invest locally and partner with the IEDC to support Indiana’s workforce and communities.

Indiana is unlocking new economic growth. The new container facilities at @PortsofIndiana–Burns Harbor will boost Midwest supply chains, attract investment and strengthen Indiana's global connectivity. More here: portsofindiana.com/locations/cont…