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In 2004, the Indiana General Assembly created the Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority (CIRTA) to expand and improve mass transit in the region. A regional governmental organization, CIRTA works in 10 counties and is governed by a 17-member board of directors. By enhancing transportation connectivity, CIRTA aims to benefit both residents and businesses across Central Indiana.
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Are you looking to find new opportunities and advance in your career? Or perhaps you’re a business owner wanting to upskill your team? No matter who you are or where you are on your path, we can help. Explore the resources for individuals and employers, then connect with a Navigator to get personalized assistance.
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Hancock County was created on March 1, 1828, and named for John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence. The town of Greenfield was chosen as the county seat on April 11, 1828. The Commissioners announced, "The seat of Justice of Hancock County shall be known and designated by the name and title of Greenfield."
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Cephas Fort made the original plat survey of Fortville on his property in 1849. He anticipated the arrival of the railroad throughout the area and hoped to see it run through his property. The “Bee Line” Railroad (later the New York Central) did exactly that in 1852. The railroad station was named Fortville in honor of Cephas Fort. The town center grew somewhat south and...
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With a population of approximately 10,775 people, our community is now the second largest municipality solely in Hancock County. Incorporated in 1988, McCordsville is conveniently located in the northwest corner of Hancock County just south of Geist Reservoir, bordering both the City of Lawrence in Marion County and the Town of Fishers in Hamilton County. We are conveniently located off of State Highway 67 and...
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The Town of Cumberland was established in 1831 along the National Road. Today the Town straddles the Hancock and Marion County line East of Indianapolis, and has a population of about 6,000. (2020 Census)
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The Town of New Palestine was founded in 1871 and celebrated its centennial in 1971. The original town survey report was 17 lots on the Northside of US 52 and 19 lots on the South Side.
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Founded between railroads and rich with history, the Town of Shirley balances the feel of a small town with the convenience of its proximity to I-70 and I-69. Although the two major rail lines that created our community are gone, Shirley's unique position in Central Indiana straddling the Hancock and Henry County line remains.
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Welcome to the Indiana Economic Development Association, the voice of economic development for Indiana. Made up of economic developers, utilities, attorneys, consultants, financial institutions, higher education professionals, engineers, architects and construction professionals, our members are passionately dedicated to attracting and retaining jobs for the great people of Indiana.
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When considering the nine-county, Indy region, there’s no greater resource than Indy Partnership, the regional economic development organization housed within the Indy Chamber. Indy Partnership is a one-stop shop to access information, browse current data, and connect with a team that can help you explore the region. Our team focuses on business and talent attraction and marketing the region.
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The Indiana Department of Workforce Development provides services to assist Hoosier businesses in attracting and retaining top talent in our state. Indiana’s no-cost NextLevel business services include but are not limited to improving local connectivity through direct business engagement, developing work-based learning programs, providing comprehensive, demand-driven data analytics, providing customizable statewide awareness connectivity campaigns, and promoting job openings nationally.
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We connect businesses to workers through our online marketplace, enabling a real-time approach to production. We give companies a seamless way to build their labor pool to attack challenges and changes in demand. We provide workers with more options and offer flexibility and control to leaders on the shop floor.
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The WorkOne Region 5 Workforce Development Board supports, oversees, and strategically plans for the WorkOne system in eight counties around Central Indiana. WorkOne offers businesses cost-effective, convenient access to thousands of job seekers.
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INvets is a nonprofit organization founded by veterans that helps former service members transition to civilian life by connecting them with Indiana employers and providing career-building resources.
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As advocates for Indiana’s thousands of manufacturers, Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) provides high-value solutions to help businesses maximize their success. Our staff identifies areas for improvement, streamlines processes, and ultimately increases competitiveness. Since 2005, Purdue MEP has helped Hoosier manufacturers collectively achieve over $6.6 billion of economic impact and assisted our state-wide network of 8,000 manufacturers.
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ConnectIND connects Indiana founders to the right resources at the right time in their entrepreneurial journey. Indiana entrepreneurs can access advising, capital, mentborship, space, community connection, licensing, and permitting assistance.
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The nine-county Indianapolis region is a world-class region where innovation meets performance, and businesses and talent have access to the resources they need to meet their full potential. The Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce, referred to as the Indy Chamber, exists at the center of that work. Today, the organization, governed by a Board of Directors representing 120 businesses across the region, convenes over 2,000...
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The Greenfield Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit, membership-based organization founded in 1951. The Chamber’s Mission is “Partnering for Prosperity,” focused on building a healthy economic environment, promoting our membership and our community, and enhancing the quality of life through effective partnerships, communication, leadership, volunteers, and staff. The Greenfield Area Chamber of Commerce represents over 350 businesses and organizations, including more than 9,500...
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The county government is a constitutional body comprising the County Council, Board of Commissioners, Court, and County Officials. The county council is the legislative branch of the county government and controls all the spending and revenue collection in the county. Representatives are elected from county districts. The council members serve four-year terms. They are responsible for setting salaries, the annual budget, and special spending. The...
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The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) is charged with growing the state economy, driving economic development, and helping businesses launch, grow and locate in the state. It is led by the Indiana Secretary of Commerce and governed by a 15-member board chaired by Governor Eric J. Holcomb. The IEDC is a public-private partnership and manages many initiatives, including performance-based tax credits, workforce training grants, innovation...
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The Indiana Small Business Development Center (Indiana SBDC), housed within the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, helps small businesses start, grow, finance, innovate, and transition through no-cost, confidential business advising and training. The Indiana SBDC has worked with over 50,000 entrepreneurs and small businesses. With a network of 10 regional offices throughout the state, the Indiana SBDC helps Hoosier entrepreneurs and small businesses start stronger, grow...
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The New Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce is organized to promote, encourage, and advocate growth and innovation in business to support the local community. It is a not-for-profit member organization and receives no funding from a government organization.
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Indiana established the Employer Training Grant, reimburses employers who train, hire, and retain new or incumbent workers to fill in-demand positions within recognized job fields. The Employer Training Grant is available for advanced manufacturing, agriculture, building construction, health life sciences, IT business services, and transportation logistics occupations. The Grant reimburses employers up to $5,000 per employee trained, hired, and retained for six months, up to...
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