Category: News

LONG BEACH, Calif. – Ellen Cutter has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ (ACCE) “40 Under 40” list for 2019. Cutter, Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s VP of economic development, received the award Monday night at the ACCE’s Annual Convention in Long Beach, Calif. The awards honor the best and brightest men… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The deadline is approaching for local entrepreneurs looking for an extra boost from the business community. Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s new Bridge Program connects established companies with local startups, bridging the gap between startup and success. Entrepreneurs have until Friday, Aug. 2 to apply to be part of the program’s first… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Lassus Brothers Oil will host a grand reopening of their newly rebuilt store on the corner of Sherman and Coliseum Boulevards. The redesigned location is at 901 W. Coliseum Blvd. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for July 12 at 1 p.m. The store’s new design features a drive-thru window, so customers… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Universal Logistics today announced plans to significantly grow its workforce, adding up to 130 new jobs and $17 million in new annual payroll. The company also aims to invest nearly $25 million in new equipment and real estate improvements at its properties on Fogwell Parkway as it ramps up its local… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — ProTailored Physical Therapy is stretching out. The local, family-run physical therapy clinic grew by more than 300 percent last year, so they are moving to a larger space located at 12722 Tonkel Rd. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is on June 18 at noon. ProTailored Physical Therapy provides one-on-one care. Partners in life… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — An innovative new program is designed to give Allen County’s startup scene a boost. Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s Bridge Program helps established businesses support entrepreneurs, bridging the gap between startup and success. The program officially launched tonight at GFW Inc.’s Annual Meeting. “When startups succeed, they create jobs, grow the local… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. showcased Allen County’s economic successes and bright future at the organization’s Annual Meeting. Nearly 600 people packed the Arts United Center, the largest crowd in the event’s history. “This community has built incredible momentum, and we’re proud to play a role in that,” said Beth Goldsmith,… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Vita Nonwovens’ $18-million investment will come to fruition in June. The company recently finished a 150,000-square-foot expansion at its Fort Wayne facility, located at 9403 Avionics Dr., and will celebrate the new addition on Wednesday, June 12. The celebration will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1 p.m. The added space… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company today announced plans to expand its Fort Wayne headquarters, creating up to 100 new jobs over the next four years. The $25.5-million investment includes additional office and meeting space. Brotherhood Mutual specializes in property and casualty insurance for churches, Christian schools, and related ministries. Upon its founding… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW), a program of Greater Fort Wayne, Inc., has received a three-year grant from the AWS Foundation to provide two full scholarships per year in Leadership Fort Wayne. The grant, which allocates $7,600 annually, will support tuition and material expenses, allowing two individuals with disabilities to participate in… Read more »