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FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Sixteen local leaders have been nominated for the 2021 Champions of Change Awards. The awards, which will be distributed June 10 at Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc.’s Annual Meeting, celebrate those who mentor and empower women in Allen County. “This year’s nominees are dedicated to empowering women to reach their full… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Fort Wayne metro area was the fastest-growing community in the Great Lakes region in 2020, according to statistics released Tuesday afternoon by the U.S. Census Bureau. The growth rate edged that of metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) like Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, Madison, Wis., and Columbus, Ohio. The Fort Wayne MSA includes Allen, Wells,… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – A new facility will provide an ideal setting for Associated Churches’ unique, specialized care programs. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Wolf Mission House, a vibrant space infused with the arts, gardens, educational opportunities, and more, is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 1 at 624 E. Wayne St. in Fort… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. Women’s Network will once again present the Champions of Change Awards in 2021. Now through May 1, 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 June 10… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – A local eye doctor’s innovative approach to selling contact lenses has blossomed into a growing startup. LensQuote, an eye care technology company founded in 2017 by Fort Wayne native Dr. Ryan Gustus, today announced plans to add up to 23 new jobs by the end of 2024. LensQuote is designed to… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – AWS Foundation will continue its financial support of Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc.’s disability inclusion efforts for the next three years. The services, which began in 2018 as an employment initiative, have expanded to also address workspace accessibility, leadership training, newcomers’ quality of life and connectedness, and many other issues. A… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) Class of 2021 may be the most diverse in the program’s 39-year history. The cohort, announced today by Greater Fort Wayne Inc., begins its programming schedule this week. LFW is a nine-month program that provides an in-depth view of the Fort Wayne / Allen County community… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Ten local entrepreneurs have been selected to participate in the newest cohort of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s Bridge Program. The award-winning program, which connects established companies with startups, is designed to give entrepreneurs an extra boost, helping them bridge the gap between startup and success. “It’s amazing what this program has… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The Leadership 2.0 program is adapting to meet the needs of current and aspiring leaders. Starting in February, the program will be offered as a monthly workshop series, providing cutting-edge leadership training with more flexibility for busy professionals. The rebooted Leadership 2.0 will continue teaching the tools and techniques that help… Read more »

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Allen County stood tall despite the headwinds in 2020, becoming one of the fastest-growing communities in the Great Lakes region. The community added more than 1,800 new jobs and, for the third consecutive year, set a new record for attracting and retaining talent. These successes, combined with statewide, regional, and national… Read more »