Northwest Indiana is home to a host of successful and community-minded businesses that drive our economy and improve the Region through the services they provide, the jobs they bring, the development they create, and the variety of events they host. Here is our roundup of the top ten stories in business for the year!
Breaking Good News: Strack & Van Til Stays in Northwest Indiana: Local Group Wins Bid for Grocery Store Chain
Many were relieved to hear that Strack & Van Til would remain in the hands of Northwest Indiana ownership after hearing of their sale, this bit of breaking news was welcome for many in the Region!
All About the Girls Part 3 Presents a Stellar Cast of Northwest Indiana’s Most Inspirational Women This Spring at Sand Creek Country Club
All About the Girls was presented by us here at Ideas in Motion Media to celebrate some of the strongest women in Northwest Indiana who told their inspirational stories!
Chester Inc., Looks Back on Year of Growth, and Ahead to Future Expansions, Innovation
Chester Inc. is involved with many different sectors of the economy including agricultures, IT, archistecture, and construction. Year after year they have made a lot of change and growth happen in Northwest Indiana, and this year was no exception!
Holladay Properties & Construction, Building a Reputation for Excellence in the Region
Some local community leaders in economic development weighed in on what makes Holladay such a exceptional partner in business and pushing the Region forward!
Crossroads Chamber of Commerce Cuts Ribbon on New Building, New Opportunities for Small Business
The Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of their new office which can be made open as a meeting place for local businesses!
Anne Anderson Celebrates Businesses as Hammond's Director of Economic Development
We interviewed Anne Anderson, Director of Economic Development for the City of Hammond, who loves to help entice more businesses to the City of Hammond!
City of Hammond and Lear Corporation Celebrate Groundbreaking of New Facility
Ground was broken this year by representatives from Lear Corporation and the City of Hammond on Lear’s new facility which will be 240,000 square feet!
Gary Jet Center Opens New Fixed-Base Operations Center, Unveils Hopes for Future
The Gary Jet Center opened its new Corporate Flight Center this year to accommodate businesses who want to take advantage of their centrally located airport!
Horseshoe Casino Hammond, An Award-Winning Company Full of Award-Winning Employees
There are a lot of people who make up the successful team at Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, and we were glad to highlight what they do!
Society of Innovators Celebrates Inventive Members of NW Indiana Community
The Society of Innovators inducted new members into the organization who exemplified an innovative and creative skillset that is instrumental in Northwest Indiana, including our own Chris Mahlmann!