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Innovation Fuels Growth

October 31, 2017 – By Troy Linker 1 Comment

Troy Linker

Look for innovations in your business We strive to cover innovation in every issue of Northwest Indiana Business Quarterly, but our Fall issue is extra special as we profile the creative and talented individuals and teams honored by the Society of Innovators of Northwest Indiana. The society honors five individuals in this it’s thirteenth year. […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Publisher's Note

Around the Region

October 31, 2017 – By Michelle Searer Leave a Comment

BANKING_Mark_Ritzi

Stay current with local people, news and events Banking Michelle Anderson has been promoted to mortgage loan originator at First Financial. Anderson, a graduate of Purdue University, has served as a banking center manager with First Financial for more than 15 years… Horizon Bank announced the appointment of Mark Ritzi as market president for Porter […]

Filed Under: Around the Region, Fall 2017

Northwest Indiana Innovators

October 31, 2017 – By Jerry Davich Leave a Comment

INNOVATION

Innovation is invention on steroids and a catalyst for growth The word “innovation” was once hurled as an expletive, not enshrouded with reverence. A transformation began during the Industrial Revolution, when “innovation” began marching in progressive lockstep with “industry” and “science.” Today, think of innovation as an invention on steroids, the act of introducing something […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Innovation Tagged With: ArcelorMittal R&D Center, Arconic Power and Propulsion, Centier Bank, Charles Romberger, Chenn Q. Zhou, Chris Kraynak, Chris Mahlmann, Crown Point Community Schools, Gerald I. Lamkin Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, Hammond Group, Ideas in Motion Media, Ivy Tech, John Davies, Mike Schrage, Norm Fischer, Purdue NW, Society of Innovators of Northwest Indiana, Teresa Eineman, Terry Murphy, The Fischer Group

Region Casino Gaming

October 31, 2017 – By Annie Ropeik Leave a Comment

Majestic Star recently opened its new Majestic Chop House, part of non-gaming expansions it hopes will boost attendance.

Not just gambling, but dining, shopping and entertainment too Next year, Indiana casinos will see big changes in their state taxes that will help them keep more money for each person that walks onto the casino floor. This could let regional gaming do more outside the gaming realm—bringing customers in not just to gamble, but […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Tourism & Recreation Tagged With: Ameristar Gary, Bill Hanna, Blue Chip Michigan City, Dan Nita, David Strow, Ed Feigenbaum, Four Winds South Bend, Horseshoe Hammond, Jill Klinedinst, Majestic Star Gary, Matt Schuffert, Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority, Steve Platcow

Skilling Up

October 31, 2017 – By Laurie Wink Leave a Comment

Allison Bertl, Nathan Origer, Thomas Box, Chad Huber and Andrew Pesaresi stand in front of an electrical wiring training system in the training room at Winamac Coil Spring.

Manufacturers, educators and community partnering to train workers Many Northwest Indiana manufacturers are facing a dilemma: not enough skilled workers to operate the sophisticated equipment on today’s factory floors. Training is the answer. But manufacturers are busy turning out products to service their customers. They don’t have the time or ability to develop full-scale training […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Workforce Tagged With: Allison Bertl, Center of Workforce Development, Chad Huber, Danielle Dacanay, Economy, Gary, Ivy Tech, Kathy Neary, Kevin Barker, Manufacturing, Michigan City, Nathan Origer, Pulaski County Economic Development Corp., Rachel Trotman, T&B Tube, Training, Winamac, Winamac Coil Spring, WorkOne

Getting Insurance Right

October 26, 2017 – By Lesly Bailey Leave a Comment

Insurance

Tailoring an insurance program to minimize risk Proper insurance coverage is an essential component of the entrepreneurial process. “Your insurance agent is just as important as your attorney and accountant,” says Larry Meyers, managing partner of property casualty, Meyers Glaros Group, which has offices in Schererville and Valparaiso. “All provide professional advice to help protect […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Professional Services Tagged With: businesses insurance, commercial general liability insurance, Crown Point, David Walters, Larry Myers, Mark Bates, Pinnacle Insurance Group, property insurance, Schererville, Valparaiso, workers’ compensation insurance

Regional Development Projects

October 26, 2017 – By Bob Moulesong Leave a Comment

NewPorte Landing project includes the redevelopment of 50 acres along Clear Lake in the heart of La Porte. Plans are to build spec and custom retail buildings of 8,000 to 10,000 square feet in 2018.

Add jobs during and after construction Prominence at Promenade After five years of planning, Drew Mitchell, vice president of development at Holladay Properties, is excited to see the $40 million investment in the Promenade at Founders Square in Portage begin to take shape. The residential /retail facility will circle three sides of Founders Square Park […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Real Estate & Building Tagged With: Centennial Village, Communications Test Design, Drew Mitchell, Great Lakes Capital, Greater LaPorte Economic Development Corporation, Holladay Properties, Mike Micka, Munster, NewPorte Landing, Portage, Promenade at Founders Square, South Bend, Tom Vander Woude

Holiday Gift Guide

October 26, 2017 – By NWIBM Staff Leave a Comment

Simply Amazing Market—The gourmet treats are hand-produced and packaged by participants of the Opportunity Enterprises program, which supports adults and children with disabilities.

Support a local business this year This year’s gift guide spotlights small businesses throughout the region and the unique products and services only they could offer. With Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25, mark your calendars to shop local and help the entrepreneurial community continue to flourish. Unique gifts Copper Butterfly Fine Arts and Gallery—Unique […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Gift Guide

Indiana Vision 2025

October 26, 2017 – By Tom Schuman Leave a Comment

Indiana Vision 2025 Report

2017 report card measures Indiana’s, region’s economic performance The Indiana Chamber of Commerce works with legislators each year on the “short game” of crafting the best public policies to help move the state forward. But the long term is also top of mind for the Chamber, especially through its Indiana Vision 2025 economic development action […]

Filed Under: Economic Development, Fall 2017 Tagged With: Indiana Chamber of Commerce, Indiana Vision 2025

Integrative Flavors

October 26, 2017 – By Amanda Wilson Leave a Comment

Integrative Flavors manufactures Cook’s Delight gourmet soup bases, flavor concentrates, gravy mixes, rubs and blends onsite in their Michigan City manufacturing facility.

80-years of manufacturing in Michigan City Nothing satiates the appetite and soothes the soul quite like a hearty bowl of soup. Integrative Flavors, based in Michigan City, continues a nearly 80-year-old tradition of serving up the base of this comfort staple. Unlike many comfort foods, which fill you up with questionable and possibly detrimental ingredients, […]

Filed Under: Fall 2017, Made in Indiana Tagged With: Cook's Delight, Georgeann Quealy, Manufacturing, Michigan City

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