Despite the pandemic, Northwest Indiana business owners and organizations were inspired to innovate during this unprecedented time. New leaders took the helms of companies; new products were launched; and people helped others during a great time of need.
Job fair by UGN Inc. in Valparaiso draws nearly 100 people
There was no shortage of interest when UGN Inc. announced it was hosting a job fair to fill 50 openings at its Valparaiso facility.
Marshall County hopeful new manufacturing site will lure tenant, jobs
Marshall County area officials and economic development professionals are hopeful a ready-to-move-in manufacturing facility will bring in a business seeking to get up and running quickly.
Purdue University Northwest opens manufacturing innovation center in Hammond
Purdue University Northwest has opened the doors to a new research center in Hammond to help students explore new innovations for manufacturing.
Around the Region: December-January 2019
We share business news from around the Northwest and Northcentral Indiana Region. Learn about new hires and promotions, among other news.
Machinists union will get severance package following Regal Beloit’s decision to close Valparaiso plant
Wisconsin-based manufacturing giant Regal Beloit Corp. will close its Valparaiso plant.
World full of opportunities
Mark Van Fleet, managing partner at Converge Ventures, comments on how Northwest Indiana businesses should take advantage of global opportunities.
Toyota names new president for Indiana vehicle manufacturing operations
Leah Curry is the new president for Toyota Motor Manufacturing – Indiana.
Report: RV industry made $114 billion impact on US economy in 2018
The RV industry made a $114 billion impact on the nation’s economy in 2018, with nearly one third of that coming to Indiana.
Mikropor America expanding, adding jobs to Michigan City operations
Mikropor a maker of filtration products, is expanding and adding more jobs to its Michigan City operations.