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Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101
community listening, stakeholder mapping, economic development strategy, public engagement, grant county indiana, regional collaboration
Community Listening & Stakeholder Mapping: Building the Coalition and Trust
Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101
community listening, stakeholder mapping, economic development strategy, public engagement, grant county indiana, regional collaboration

Economic development works best when people trust the process. This guide explains how community listening and stakeholder mapping help align voices, build coalitions, and turn shared priorities into real progress in Grant County.

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Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101
community listening, stakeholder mapping, economic development strategy, public engagement, grant county indiana, regional collaboration
Economic Development 101, Growing Grant County
Grant County Development, Local Economic Development, Economic Development Explained
Grant County's Economic Snapshot: Jobs, Industries & Trends — How to Read the Data
Economic Development 101, Growing Grant County
Grant County Development, Local Economic Development, Economic Development Explained

Economic development doesn’t happen by accident. This introduction to Economic Development 101 explains how shared local vision turns into priorities, projects, and funding opportunities through the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process—and how regions like Grant County can work together to build a stronger economic future.

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Economic Development 101, Growing Grant County
Grant County Development, Local Economic Development, Economic Development Explained
Economic Development, Small Business Resources, Community Engagement Executive Director Economic Development, Small Business Resources, Community Engagement Executive Director

Tell Us What's Happening: A New Way for Grant County Businesses to Stay Connected

A new initiative is making it easier than ever for Grant County businesses and organizations to share their news, events, and updates. Learn how this tool helps strengthen connections, increase visibility, and keep the community informed and engaged.

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A Practical Path Forward: Free Workshop Series Continues for East Central Indiana Entrepreneurs

In economic development circles, there is often a tendency to talk about entrepreneurship in broad, aspirational terms—innovation, disruption, growth. But on the ground, in communities like those across East Central Indiana, entrepreneurship is far more personal. It is measured in long hours, careful decisions, and the quiet determination to build something that lasts.

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Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resources, Community & Economic Development Executive Director Entrepreneurship, Small Business Resources, Community & Economic Development Executive Director

Free Virtual Workshop Series for Entrepreneurs in East Central Indiana

Looking for free business training in East Central Indiana? Join the Grant County Economic Growth Council for a comprehensive virtual workshop series for entrepreneurs. Designed to support our region’s ‘high-road’ strategy, these sessions provide startups and small business owners with the essential workforce skills and startup tools needed to convert local ideas into sustainable jobs.

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Business Tax Questions? Get Free Answers at January Small Business Talk

Grant County business owners are invited to a free Small Business Talk on January 21 at Marion City Hall, featuring guidance from the Indiana Department of Revenue and local CPAs. Open to all businesses and start-ups—no cost and no registration required.

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Making Free Business Expertise Accessible Across Grant County

Free, confidential business consulting is available to every Grant County entrepreneur through a partnership between the Grant County Economic Growth Council and the East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center—bringing expert guidance, resources, and support directly to local businesses.

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