The Northwest Indiana region is the second largest economy in Indiana representing urban, suburban and rural communities representing over $35 billion economy. Home of the Indiana Dunes State Park and beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan, people and businesses prosper and grow within the region of commerce, environmental beauty and transportation. With a …

Jan 18, 2025 · The Northwest Indiana Forum is currently leading an update of Ignite the Region: A Regional Strategy for Economic Transformation, the organization’s economic development strategic plan for Northwest Indiana.

Northwest Indiana is a 7-county region comprised of global, national and regional businesses that represent more than $40 billion in commerce. Northwest Indiana offers the best of both worlds: Access to Chicago along with Indiana’s stellar business climate. From small rural towns to growing suburbs to industrial cities, Northwest Indiana offers an environment conducive to any …

As Northwest Indiana’s Regional Economic Development Organization and the Voice of Business Leadership, the Forum’s charge is to create/retain quality jobs and capital investment fostered by a business friendly climate, all in harmony with the environment. The Forum takes positions on issues that its investors determine will have an effect on the development and creation of a …

Dec 3, 2024 · The Northwest Indiana Forum received funding from both READI 1.0 and READI 2.0, which is estimated to generate over $2 billion of direct economic impact to Northwest Indiana. As Governor Holcomb transitions to new endeavors, his legacy in shaping the future of Indiana remains firmly rooted in the successes of his administration.

**Please note that project applications have closed for READI 2.0 consideration. Please reach out to Jennifer - [email protected] with any questions. The IEDC has launched the READI 2.0 Redevelopment & Art Initiative. The $250 million state-wide funding made available through Lilly Endowment Inc. will advance and support two transformative initiatives focused on: (1) …

Northwest Indiana’s manufacturing sector gives companies an edge. Businesses in Northwest Indiana enjoy strategic location within the Chicagoland area, the third-largest metropolitan economy in the U.S., while taking advantage of Indiana’s stellar business climate.

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Northwest Indiana combines an innovative spirit, beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline, and proximity to Chicago and its amenities for an affordable, high quality of life. Our communities, each with its own uniqueness, provide Northwest Indiana residents a wonderful quality of life. Northwest Indiana communities are ready to welcome you home.

Northwest Indiana Forum has a total of 35,672 businesses. In 2024, the leading industries in Northwest Indiana Forum were Health Care and Social Services, Retail, Manufacturing, and Education.