August 14, 2026
Muncie-Based Accutech Systems Earns Fifth Consecutive Spot on Inc. 5000 List
East Central Indiana continues to demonstrate that nationally recognized innovation and business growth can happen right here at home. Accutech Systems Corporation, based in Muncie, has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, marking…
July 14, 2026
Indiana Strengthens Its Commitment to Entrepreneurs Through New Community Grants
Strong entrepreneurial ecosystems don’t happen by accident—they’re built through collaboration, investment, and organizations committed to helping businesses succeed. That’s why Governor Mike Braun’s recent announcement of $757,000 in Community Collaboration Fund grants is welcome news…
June 23, 2026
Learning, Connecting, and Strengthening Communities: Reflections from the 2026 Indiana Economic Development Course
Economic development is ultimately about people. It’s about creating stronger communities, supporting opportunity, and building the kinds of connections that help regions move forward together. Recently, I had the opportunity to experience that firsthand through…
June 11, 2026
Communities across East Central Indiana are proving that collaboration is one of the region’s greatest strengths.
That spirit was on full display at the Forge ECI Annual Luncheon on June 4, where business leaders, elected officials, community stakeholders, and economic development partners gathered to discuss the opportunities shaping the future of…
April 28, 2026
Ball Brothers Foundation Grantee Spotlight: Ivy Tech Muncie Building Programs That Keep Pace with the Workforce
MUNCIE, IN — Walk into almost any hospital, manufacturing floor, or tech office in East Central Indiana, and chances are you’ll find someone who got their start at Ivy Tech Community College. As the largest…
April 10, 2026
Students Help Shape a New Vision for Fayette County Economic Development
In East Central Indiana, talent isn’t just something we recruit—it’s something we grow. That belief is on full display in Fayette County Economic Development’s recent rebrand, a project that brought together community leadership and student…