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Nominations open for 2022 Champions of Change Awards

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. Women’s Network will present its fourth annual Champions of Change Awards in 2022. Now through March 25, community members are encouraged to submit nominations for the awards, which celebrate those who mentor and empower women in Allen County. The awards will be presented at a… Read more »

Swiss Re to become anchor tenant at The Riverfront at Promenade Park

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Swiss Re’s Fort Wayne office is moving downtown. The global risk management firm today announced plans to relocate into The Riverfront at Promenade Park development by the end of 2022. The move reflects the company’s commitment to its Fort Wayne location and its desire to create inspiring work environments that energize… Read more »

Fort Wayne Sleep Solutions set to celebrate grand opening

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — A local dentist is helping patients get a better night’s sleep. Dr. Jonathan Hale, owner of Hale Family Dentistry, will celebrate the grand opening of Fort Wayne Sleep Solutions at 4116 E. State Blvd. The festivities begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. Fort Wayne Sleep… Read more »

GFW Inc. kicks off 40th year of Leadership Fort Wayne program

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The 40th year of the Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) program is officially underway. Greater Fort Wayne Inc. today introduced the landmark 52-member Class of 2022. LFW is a nine-month program that provides an in-depth view of the Fort Wayne / Allen County community while developing each participant’s leadership skills. By developing… Read more »

‘Allen County Together’ plan charts course for next decade of growth

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The fastest-growing metro in the Great Lakes region is aiming for even more success in the next decade—and now there’s a plan to make it a reality. Community leaders this morning revealed the new “Allen County Together” (ACT) economic development action plan. ACT provides a blueprint for the next 10 years… Read more »

Allen County posts strong growth in 2021

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Allen County set new records for new jobs and construction value in 2021 and, for the fourth consecutive year, posted positive numbers for attracting and retaining talent. Also, data from the U.S. Census Bureau showed Fort Wayne was the fastest-growing metro area in the Great Lakes region, putting an exclamation point… Read more »

Bridge Program begins third year; applications available

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. will welcome more entrepreneurs to its Bridge Program in coming weeks. Applications for entrepreneurs to be considered for the program are now available at bridge.gfwinc.com and are due by Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022. The Bridge Program provides connections, resources, and coaching to entrepreneurs, helping them bridge… Read more »

Leadership Fort Wayne celebrates 47 grads in Class of 2021

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Last night, 47 individuals celebrated their graduation from the Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) program. The graduation ceremony, part of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s Holiday Night event, serves as a milestone in the Class of 2021’s commitment to servant leadership and community trusteeship. Wrapping up its 39th year, LFW is an eight-month… Read more »

GFW Inc., Black Chamber Fort Wayne sign new partnership

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Greater Fort Wayne Inc. and Black Chamber Fort Wayne today made their alliance official. Leaders from each organization signed a memorandum of understanding to share resources, helping both parties better serve their members and the community. “Our organizations have been collaborating for several years now; this agreement just expands that relationship… Read more »

GFW Inc. celebrates SHOP SMALLidays to support local businesses

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The holiday season is the perfect time to support local small businesses. That’s why Greater Fort Wayne Inc. today launched its SHOP SMALLidays promotion for 2021, encouraging shoppers to “look local first” as they search for holiday gifts. So far, 42 companies have listed deals and discounts at shopsmall.gfwinc.com. “Small-business owners… Read more »