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Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101

workforce development, WIOA, career pathways, sector partnerships, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, Grant County Indiana, economic development, Ivy Tech, WorkOne, employer training grant, on-the-job training

Workforce as Economic Development: Career Pathways, Sector Partnerships, and WIOA Basics

Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101

Walk the floor of nearly any manufacturing plant in Grant County and you will hear some version of the same conversation: the work is there, the wages are competitive, and the company would hire more people tomorrow if it could find them. That is not a recruitment problem. It is a pipeline problem, and pipeline problems are economic development.

Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101

redevelopment, real estate reuse, brownfields, economic development, Grant County Indiana, property owners, TIF, historic tax credit, housing

Real Estate Development & Reuse: Turning Challenging Properties into Productive Assets

Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101

redevelopment, real estate reuse, brownfields, economic development, Grant County Indiana, property owners, TIF, historic tax credit, housing

One of the costliest habits in local development is wishful thinking. A vacant building is not an opportunity simply because it is vacant. A former factory is not ready because it sits near a road. Challenging properties move when uncertainty is reduced, one piece at a time. That is the real work of redevelopment and reuse in Grant County.

Growing Grant County, Economic Development 101

redevelopment, real estate reuse, brownfields, economic development, Grant County Indiana, property owners, TIF, historic tax credit, housing

Executive Director 5/6/26 Executive Director 5/6/26

Growing Grant County: Site Readiness and Infrastructure — What It Takes to Compete for Investment

Site selection is not a beauty contest. It is an elimination process. When a company evaluates locations for a new facility, sites get removed early if they cannot prove usable acreage, utility capacity, a clear permitting path, and a credible workforce pipeline.

Grant County has real strengths in this picture — interstate access, a 75% labor force participation rate, a strong education pipeline, and a growing list of employers making long-term investments here. But honest growth strategy requires naming the gaps alongside the wins. This post does both — and tells you what comes next.

Executive Director 12/29/25 Executive Director 12/29/25

Why Every Business Story Matters as Grant County Closes Out 2025

As Grant County reflects on 2025 and looks ahead to 2026, countywide participation in a brief business and investment survey plays a critical role in capturing the full picture of local economic growth, community investment, and workforce progress—ensuring every contribution helps shape what comes next.

Executive Director 11/24/25 Executive Director 11/24/25

Business Talk: Why Grant County Entrepreneurs Thrive When We Show Up for Each Other

Business Talk—hosted by the City of Marion and open to all Grant County entrepreneurs—creates a supportive space where local business owners connect, learn, and grow together.

Executive Director 10/21/25 Executive Director 10/21/25

Van Buren, Indiana: Popcorn Capital's Economic Growth and Small-Town Quality of Life

Explore how Van Buren, Indiana blends industrial success with small-town charm. Learn about major employers like Weaver Popcorn, local entrepreneurship, and community-driven quality of life that make Van Buren a rising star for business and residents.

Executive Director 10/14/25 Executive Director 10/14/25

Marion, Indiana: A Renaissance Rooted in Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Community

Explore Marion, Indiana’s resurgence—anchored in manufacturing, healthcare expansion, education partnerships, and downtown revitalization. Ideal for site selectors, investors, and future residents.

Executive Director 9/23/25 Executive Director 9/23/25

Gas City's Growth and Appeal: A Small City with Big Potential

Gas City, Indiana is experiencing a surge of growth in housing, business, and community life. With new developments, expanding city limits, and a thriving local culture, this Grant County gem is proving that small cities can have big potential.

Grant County Economic Growth Council 9/3/24 Grant County Economic Growth Council 9/3/24

Grant County Economic Growth Council Accepting Nominations for 2024 Economic Impact Appreciation Awards

The Grant County Economic Growth Council is proud to announce the 2024 Economic Impact Appreciation Awards and Local Elected Officials Dinner, celebrating the impactful businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who have made a positive difference in the local economy.