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What Hancock County Businesses Need to Know About Tariffs and How it Can Impact Your Business
Jun 2 2025In a county known for its strategic location, bustling logistics network, and tight-knit business community, Hancock County, IN, is no stranger to global connections. From local manufacturers sourcing raw materials from overseas to small businesses importing specialty goods, our economy, like many others, relies on consistent global trade.On April 2,...
Tax breaks draw questions but are the norm for many Indiana economic development projects
May 27 2025Some residents have questioned why Amazon, one of the largest and most profitable companies in the world, is benefiting from tax breaks at its new 1 million-square-foot warehouse just off Interstate 65 in Merrillville.The town did not give tax breaks directly to Amazon for building the massive new warehouse just...
Indiana farmers celebrate 2025 legislative wins, but key transition tax credit falls short
May 27 2025Property tax tweaks and a new online portal were among this year’s legislative wins for Hoosier farmers. But a high-priority proposal to help retiring farmers transition land to a new generation of growers failed to cross the finish line in the final days of the session.Rural-focused portions of Gov. Mike...
Right now, the business world can feel like an unpredictable path. Uncertainty has become part of the everyday backdrop pushing businesses into unfamiliar territory. It’s important to take a step back and consider practical strategies for building lasting growth. I can say with confidence that strong business development strategies often...
President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs have wreaked economic havoc—setting off banner losses on Wall Street, spurring a growing crisis in the bond market, devaluing the dollar, and disrupting private fixed investment decisions. With all of the turmoil, you’d be forgiven for missing one of the administration’s stated rationales for tariffs: a...
It’s one of the most pressing challenges facing communities across the United States: infrastructure readiness. What’s really at stake in the world of pipelines, utilities and energy grids – and how is it impacting site selection?At the Site Selectors Guild 2025 Annual Conference, leading site selectors came together for the...
An undeveloped property at the northeast corner of the Main Street interstate interchange could soon be developed if the Greenwood City Council approves a $2 million tax abatement request.Thompson Thrift, a Terre Haute-based real estate and development company, plans to construct two speculative buildings of less than 150,000 square feet...
After nearly 100 days of traveling the nation and visiting directly with hundreds of farmers across America, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today released the first set of policy proposals under her newly launched Make Agriculture Great Again Initiative. These initial proposals (PDF, 7.2 MB) are a comprehensive...
Culture vs. BrandCulture refers to the shared values, beliefs, behaviors, practices, traditions, and norms that define a group of people or an organization. It encompasses how people interact, make decisions, and approach work or life. In an organizational context, culture is often described as the "way we do things around...
2025 Workforce Guide
May 19 2025Workforce has been cited in Site Selection Magazine’s annual survey of corporate consultants as a top factor in site selection decisions for several years in a row. The 2025 Workforce Guide by Conway Data Inc. is a special report that offers insight and analysis into best workforce development practices and...
In every town across America, there's a corner store, a family-run diner, or a small tech startup tucked into a co-working space established by someone determined to pursue their passion, no matter how little support they had to start with.Take the story of a mother and daughter duo who started...
Powering innovation
May 14 2025In 1943, Tulsa, Oklahoma–based energy company Williams Brothers stepped in to help support the U.S. war effort, building two pipelines to bring critical oil resources from Texas to the northeast. “We built that in under a year so that we could deliver fuel to help our friends and allies around...
This report presents the findings of an online survey conducted in March 2025 among LEDO/REDO members of the Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA). This initiative was a collaboration between Purdue University’s Office of Engagement, the Purdue Center for Regional Development, and the IEDA. The survey aimed to collect annual data...
When it comes to tariffs, 98% of businesses are concerned about their impact, according to the most recent EY-Parthenon CEO Outlook Survey, conducted in March and April. Indeed, geopolitical, macroeconomic and trade uncertainty was ranked by 42% of businesses across the globe as the top stumbling block to achieve their...
Most people think of economic development as grants and groundbreaking. But for us, it’s often a phone call, a spreadsheet, or a coffee meeting. Real support looks like walking through an incentive application together, reviewing financial projections, or helping an entrepreneur get their idea off the ground—with someone who gets...
FAQ Available, Public Informational Meeting Coming UpThe public is invited to learn more about a Hancock County MegaSite Planned Unit Development (PUD) proposed in Buck Creek Township. The purpose of the PUD is to create an opportunity for data center and advanced manufacturing uses within the proposed development area while...
Scaling Up Without Falling Short
May 5 2025Many organizations struggle to transition their technology from pilot plant production to full industrial-scale operations. Scaling up is a complex challenge that must be solved both technically and interpersonally.To succeed, organizations need a holistic understanding of the undertaking and an incremental, phased approach. It’s crucial to understand the process, anticipate...
Heavy machinery rumbled on lots outside of the Terre Haute Convention Center–sounds of the “development renaissance” officials there said their city was experiencing.Indiana Economic Development Association Executive Director Matt Kavgian addresses attendees of the 2025 IEDA Spring Conference on April 28th, 2025.Inside, development was also front and center as professionals...
LAUDING LOGISTICS: 50+ companies gather in Hancock County for celebrating industry, friendly competition
Apr 24 2025They pack boxes, prepare pallets, and move goods quickly every day to make a living and keep the economy moving. But on Wednesday, they did it for bragging rights and to celebrate their important contributions to society.The 2025 Pallet Games drew teams from 54 companies to Hancock County on April...
With artificial intelligence (AI) set to contribute up to €15.7 trillion to the global economy, and create more than 60 million new jobs by the end of this year, the opportunities are immense. Yet, 75% of EU employers can't find workers with the right skills to use AI effectively, and...
USDA Delivers Immediate Relief to Farmers, Ranchers and Rural Communities Impacted by Recent Disasters
Apr 22 2025U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced $340.6 million in U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster assistance to deliver relief to farmers, ranchers and rural communities impacted by natural disasters that have caused devastation across the country.In support of President Trump’s January executive order, which expedited assistance to communities who were...
In an era where global leaders are facing unprecedented challenges, trust has emerged as a critical foundation too often lacking in organizations. Today's business headlines are dominated by news of disruption and economic uncertainty. This economic climate, marked by extreme unpredictability, has created what experts describe as a "VUCA" environment...
Domestic tourism is emerging as one of the most important opportunities for communities looking to grow their local economy in 2025. According to the Tourism Economics Report, international travel to the United States is expected to drop by over 5% this year, with a projected $64 billion decline in total...
Get Your Mega Site ‘Project Ready’
Apr 21 2025Mega sites are a crucial asset for economic development due to their ability to attract large-scale industrial and manufacturing investments. As businesses seek sites that offer robust infrastructure and low development risks, comprehensive site preparedness is crucial for competitiveness. Well-prepared mega sites can accelerate investment decisions, reduce development and construction...
