Business

By Brian Statz, CEO of Minnetrista Museum and Gardens— MUNCIE, IN—Since arriving in January, the Muncie community has shown me kindness and patience as I learned on the job, made my way around the city and elsewhere in East Central Indiana, and found an apartment downtown. I am grateful to those who made time to meet with me to discuss their role in the life of Muncie, their history and hopes, and what they are working to achieve. I still have many people to meet and much to learn, but the information and guidance from the people I’ve met have…

By Ilene Hackett— MUNCIE, IN—Roto-Rooter Plumbing, Drains, and Water Damage Cleanup of Muncie has undertaken an extraordinary initiative to provide a deserving Ukrainian couple with a safe and welcoming home after being displaced by the recent war. The couple, who used their life savings to purchase a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home in the Whitely neighborhood of Muncie, Indiana, faced numerous challenges in making their new life in the United States. The transformative journey began when Roto-Rooter’s manager, Jon Salmon, was approached by a local ministry to assist with essential plumbing repairs necessary for the couple’s residence to be habitable….

By IEDC Press Office— WASHINGTON, DC – The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) announces that the Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance has once again been recognized as one of 73 economic development organizations accredited by IEDC as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). Originally accredited in 1996, the organization was reaccredited by IEDC following 27 successful years of activity as an AEDO member. “The Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance displays the professionalism, commitment, and technical expertise that is deserving of this honor”, said IEDC President and CEO Nathan Ohle. The AEDO program is a comprehensive peer review process that measures…

By Ted Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN.— The 2023 Entrepreneur Showcase Week commenced with a vibrant Kick-Off Celebration held at the Innovation Connector on Monday, November 13, 2023. The event featured notable speakers such as Executive Director and CEO, Ted Baker; Program and Events Coordinator, Natalie Smith; Jeff Parsons, Market President of First Merchants Bank; Morgan Allen from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation; Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour; Ron Fauquher, Board Chairperson of the Innovation Connector; and Bernisa Elliot, Owner of BE’s Beauty. Together, they underscored the pivotal role of entrepreneurs and small businesses within the Muncie Community….

By Ted Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—While we pause this time of year to honor and celebrate the brave women and men who have served our great nation as part of the military, it is important to understand that securing employment or other revenue-generating opportunities becomes an important part of their reentry into civilian life.  We are thankful for the many employers who make it part of their business’s mission to hire and employ veterans.  During their service, veterans may have learned skills that could be transferred to starting a business.  This option is usually overlooked, but…

By Indiana Michigan Power— FORT WAYNE — Have you worn your winter coat indoors before turning on the heat? Adjusted the temperature when no one was looking? Never have we ever shared these secrets – until now. In coordination with October’s National Energy Awareness Month, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) invited customers to share feedback on their thermostat practices. This year’s questions came as a “Thermostat Never Have I Ever” survey with responses revealing a homeowner’s unique comfort level during fall and winter. The biggest takeaways from survey responses are below: Over 73% stated they would not wait until everyone had…

By Keith Roysdon— DELAWARE COUNTY, IN—As Delaware County officials conclude a trip to northern Italy they are happy to announce new investment and business opportunities are coming to the community. Commissioner President, Shannon Henry and Commissioner Vice President, James King announced Monday the success of their latest economic development efforts. Henry and King spent the week visiting with twenty-five firms with interest in establishing operations in the United States. In addition, the duo made a case for doing business in East Central Indiana to CEOs representing firms in various advanced technology industries. The new and soon-to-be developing investments adds to…