FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW), the region’s premier leadership development program, is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort. This highly regarded program is designed to equip and empower participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive meaningful and lasting change within the Allen County community. Applications will be accepted through… Read more »
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Welcome to Our August New Investors
Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is excited to introduce the newest investors who joined our vibrant business community in August. These businesses and organizations reflect the dynamic spirit and diverse economy of Fort Wayne and Allen County. We are excited to support their growth and success. Please join us in welcoming the following members: BRU Burger… Read more »
Welcome to our July New Members
Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Welcomes Newest Members Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is thrilled to announce the addition of our newest investors to our growing community of businesses. These businesses and organizations reflect the dynamic spirit and diverse economy of Fort Wayne and Allen County. We are excited to collaborate with them and support their growth… Read more »
Greater Fort Wayne Inc. President/CEO John Urbahns Receives Prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash Award
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — John Urbahns, President/CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc., was honored with the Sagamore of the Wabash Award Thursday, June 6, at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting. The award, presented by Senator Travis Holdman and also sponsored by Representative Phil Giaquinta, is Indiana’s highest civilian honor, recognizing individuals who have rendered… Read more »
GFW Inc. names seven award winners at Annual Meeting event
Awards honor local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. Thursday presented seven awards to those making an impact across Allen County. The awards, distributed each year as part of GFW Inc.’s Annual Meeting event, honored a small business, an area nonprofit, an organization exhibiting excellence in… Read more »
Bandemer, Givan, Crandall, and Washington win 2024 Champions of Change Awards
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Whitney Bandemer, Lisa D. Givan, Stephanie Crandall, and Denita Washington were named the 2024 Champions of Change Award winners by the Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. Women’s Network. The awards, which celebrate those who mentor and empower women in Allen County, were given Wednesday at an awards dinner at Parkview Mirro Event &… Read more »
Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Announces Finalists for the Business Excellence Awards
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is proud to announce the finalists for this year’s Business Excellence Awards. The awards ceremony will take place during GFW Inc.’s Annual Meeting event, which will be an exciting evening of reflection and forward-looking, coinciding with the organization’s 10-year anniversary celebration. The awards recognize the exceptional achievements… Read more »
Finalists named for 2024 Champions of Change Awards
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Thirty-three local leaders have been selected as finalists for the 2024 Champions of Change Awards. The awards celebrate those who mentor and empower women in Allen County. Winners will be announced May 8 at a Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. Women’s Network dinner. The 2024 Champions of Change awards will recognize… Read more »
Nominations Open for the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Business Excellence Awards
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Greater Fort Wayne Inc. (GFW Inc.) announced Monday that nominations are open for the 2024 Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Business Excellence Awards. These awards honor outstanding achievements by organizations with three distinctions: Excellence in Small Business, Excellence in Non-Profit, and the prestigious Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Business Excellence Award. Nominations will… Read more »
Allen County posts seventh straight year of positive domestic migration
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Allen County continues to buck Midwestern trends with strong growth in 2023. According to data released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau, Allen County’s population grew by 2,901 residents (0.74%) for the year, four times the annual population growth rate (0.18%) in the Midwest. Allen County’s growth rate also outpaced the… Read more »
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