Don Babcock, who spent two decades as director of economic development at NIPSCO, plans to stay involved in the Region’s communities during retirement.
Tips for meeting virtually
Northwest Indiana Forum marketing maven Raeann Trakas shares tips for meeting virtually during this unprecedented time.
Northwest Indiana Forum elects new board members
The Northwest Indiana Forum, an economic development organization, recently elected new members to its board of directors.
People first attitude
The 2020 E-Day honorees have something in common. Each entrepreneur has successfully responded to change. The awards are given annually by the Indiana Small Business Development Center’s Northwest Indiana office.
Region’s collaborative efforts to draw, develop talent earns state designation
When it comes to bringing together different groups to support a goal of attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce, state leaders believe Northwest Indiana knows how to get it done.
Ignite the Region update event rescheduled for Sept. 17
An event to update community and Region leaders on an initiative to develop a long-term strategy to strengthen Northwest Indiana’s economy is back on.
Northwest Indiana Forum postpones Aug. 20 Ignite the Region update event
The Northwest Indiana Forum is postponing its Aug. 20 event.
Aug. 20 event will provide update on Ignite the Region initiative
Organizers of a Region initiative to develop a long-term strategy to strengthen Northwest Indiana’s economy are ready to provide on update on their progress.
Find the fun in eventless summer
Leaders help communities cope with cancellations of large gatherings, including festivals, but also find alternatives to bringing people together. Organizers of Pierogi Fest, among others, say the uncertainty of the pandemic led to their decisions.
State commerce secretary credits leadership during pandemic as Indiana begins return to work
In the early months of 2020, Indiana appeared to be on a roll as far as the state’s economy was concerned.