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The News Herald: Bailey named next Director of Growth Council
Charity Bailey has been named the new executive director of the Grant County Economic Growth Council starting in 2022. Bailey, who currently works as the senior director for economic business development at the organization, will take over for Tim Eckerle when he retires at the end of the year.
The ISBDC returns to Grant County
If you are a small business owner, check out the ISBDC for resources.
Tortillas Made in Marion
Small business makes gluten free tortillas in Marion Indiana. Find out how you can purchase them.
Employer Training Reimbursement
Six industry sectors have a chance to apply for reimbursement of training costs. Find out more!
Are you ready for READI?
Do you have big innovative strategic ideas for Grant County? Are you a community leader, business owner, or non-profit director? Collaborate with your fellow Grant County organizations and put together a plan.
Businesses Invest in Grant County
The Growth Council is pleased to announce and celebrate with fifty-one businesses that invested in their businesses in 2020.
Weaver Popcorn upgrades pay and benefits for all employees
Weaver Popcorn, located in Van Buren, IN is planning to hire 100 new employees by June 30, 2021. With three locations between Indiana and Pennsylvania and expanding services, the family-owned company is offering a great benefit package and competitive hourly wage to fill the open positions.
Agricor to expand services and capabilities again in 2021
In 1984 when the Growth Council was brand new, Agricor was the very first attraction project with the organization. Agricor started with two guys out of Elkhart who had an idea and three employees.
St. Martin Community Center receives donation from Manufacturers Council
St. Martin Community Center located in Marion is passionate about caring for the Grant County community. Since 1967, St. Martin Community Center’s staff and volunteers have served meals to those in need.
Wiley Metal modernizes to meet needs of industrial customers.
Earlier this year, Wiley Metal completed a modernization project that included equipment for meeting the needs of industrial customers.
Community Job Fair to be hosted on April 27
An in-person community job fair is coming to Grant County, April 27th.
Practical Habits and Strategies for a Successful Entrepreneurship
If you’re an entrepreneur who hopes for a long, successful career, it’s critical to maintain an eagerness to learn and grow. No matter what industry your business is in, there will be many challenges that come your way. You will make mistakes—many of them. You will fail more than once. This is normal.
Full Speed Ahead
The Growth Council is known for operating at the speed of business. Even in a pandemic there are businesses expanding, which means the Growth Council is right there to help!
The Charm Grant is Open
Do you have a vision for your business’s look? Can you see new décor, new lights, new door, new awnings, or something else? If you can, the Charm grant might be for you.
There’s Nothing Small about Small Business
Both Obi’s Barbeque and Sender Cafe have opening events on Tuesday, February 2nd. Show you care by supporting these two new downtown businesses.
Grant for Grads
The Growth Council’s housing assistance grant is back for another year. As you can see, it has a new look thanks to three students at Indiana Wesleyan University.
Small Business Support
What can we do right here in Grant County to support our entrepreneurial ecosystem and create innovative opportunities?