Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
@greaterfwinc.bsky.social
Greater Fort Wayne (GFW) Inc. is the chamber of commerce and economic development organization for Fort Wayne & Allen County, Indiana. At GFW Inc., we focus on supporting local business, attracting new business, and improving our community.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Women’s Network Winter Social on Tuesday. It was so great to see so many connecting and creating their simmer pot blends.
We want to especially thank our event sponsors, Michelin and MKM architecture, and our venue sponsor, Indiana Tech.
See you in 2026!
We want to especially thank our event sponsors, Michelin and MKM architecture, and our venue sponsor, Indiana Tech.
See you in 2026!
December 11, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Women’s Network Winter Social on Tuesday. It was so great to see so many connecting and creating their simmer pot blends.
We want to especially thank our event sponsors, Michelin and MKM architecture, and our venue sponsor, Indiana Tech.
See you in 2026!
We want to especially thank our event sponsors, Michelin and MKM architecture, and our venue sponsor, Indiana Tech.
See you in 2026!
We want to thank GM for their generous support of the MadeByMe program, powered by GFW Inc.
Their investment helps students and educators stay informed about the many career paths available in Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades, strengthening the talent pipeline for our community.
Their investment helps students and educators stay informed about the many career paths available in Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades, strengthening the talent pipeline for our community.
December 10, 2025 at 8:35 PM
We want to thank GM for their generous support of the MadeByMe program, powered by GFW Inc.
Their investment helps students and educators stay informed about the many career paths available in Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades, strengthening the talent pipeline for our community.
Their investment helps students and educators stay informed about the many career paths available in Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades, strengthening the talent pipeline for our community.
We loved attending yesterday’s ribbon-cutting for the new bus huts. CitiLink’s fully accessible shelters at Turnstone, The League for the Blind-Disabled, and Bowen Health help make transit safer and easier for everyone. This is a great step toward a more inclusive and accessible Fort Wayne.
December 10, 2025 at 1:55 PM
We loved attending yesterday’s ribbon-cutting for the new bus huts. CitiLink’s fully accessible shelters at Turnstone, The League for the Blind-Disabled, and Bowen Health help make transit safer and easier for everyone. This is a great step toward a more inclusive and accessible Fort Wayne.
Be sure to join us for the Women's Network Winter Social sponsored by Michelin and MKM architecture on Tuesday, December 9th, from 5-7 PM.
Register at business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
Register at business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
December 5, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Be sure to join us for the Women's Network Winter Social sponsored by Michelin and MKM architecture on Tuesday, December 9th, from 5-7 PM.
Register at business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
Register at business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
We are proud to celebrate Adam Welch of Greater Fort Wayne Inc. for being named to the 2025 ACCE Forty Under Forty class.
Adam’s dedication to economic development and his leadership of the MadeByMe Coalition continue to create opportunities in Allen County.
Adam’s dedication to economic development and his leadership of the MadeByMe Coalition continue to create opportunities in Allen County.
December 5, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We are proud to celebrate Adam Welch of Greater Fort Wayne Inc. for being named to the 2025 ACCE Forty Under Forty class.
Adam’s dedication to economic development and his leadership of the MadeByMe Coalition continue to create opportunities in Allen County.
Adam’s dedication to economic development and his leadership of the MadeByMe Coalition continue to create opportunities in Allen County.
Please help us welcome our newest members to Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
Be sure to support these companies and the many other GFW Inc. members. business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/list
Be sure to support these companies and the many other GFW Inc. members. business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/list
December 2, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Please help us welcome our newest members to Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
Be sure to support these companies and the many other GFW Inc. members. business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/list
Be sure to support these companies and the many other GFW Inc. members. business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/list
We are proud to celebrate John Urbahns, President and CEO of GFW Inc., on being named one of Fort Wayne Magazine’s five People of the Year.
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Fort Wayne Monthly - December 2025
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December 2, 2025 at 4:48 PM
We are proud to celebrate John Urbahns, President and CEO of GFW Inc., on being named one of Fort Wayne Magazine’s five People of the Year.
Learn more at thedesignhornet.com/books/htdd/#...
Learn more at thedesignhornet.com/books/htdd/#...
Big news for Fort Wayne — we just landed a Top 5 spot on the “Most Affordable U.S. Cities 2026” list!
With housing and living costs among the nation’s best, it’s clear our city is delivering serious value without compromising on the lifestyle.
With housing and living costs among the nation’s best, it’s clear our city is delivering serious value without compromising on the lifestyle.
November 25, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Big news for Fort Wayne — we just landed a Top 5 spot on the “Most Affordable U.S. Cities 2026” list!
With housing and living costs among the nation’s best, it’s clear our city is delivering serious value without compromising on the lifestyle.
With housing and living costs among the nation’s best, it’s clear our city is delivering serious value without compromising on the lifestyle.
Don't miss our second episode of Beyond Momentum, a Greater Fort Wayne Inc. podcast.
Hear from local leader Scott Glaze to learn more about the growth and success of Fort Wayne Metals, hear his thoughts on community building, and ask about his advice for other entrepreneurs.
Hear from local leader Scott Glaze to learn more about the growth and success of Fort Wayne Metals, hear his thoughts on community building, and ask about his advice for other entrepreneurs.
November 18, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Don't miss our second episode of Beyond Momentum, a Greater Fort Wayne Inc. podcast.
Hear from local leader Scott Glaze to learn more about the growth and success of Fort Wayne Metals, hear his thoughts on community building, and ask about his advice for other entrepreneurs.
Hear from local leader Scott Glaze to learn more about the growth and success of Fort Wayne Metals, hear his thoughts on community building, and ask about his advice for other entrepreneurs.
Our team enjoyed a sneak peek of Bubba's 33 in Fort Wayne during last week’s ribbon-cutting. They open today at 11 AM at 317 E. Coliseum Blvd. Stop in, show your support, and enjoy Fort Wayne’s newest spot for great food.
November 17, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Our team enjoyed a sneak peek of Bubba's 33 in Fort Wayne during last week’s ribbon-cutting. They open today at 11 AM at 317 E. Coliseum Blvd. Stop in, show your support, and enjoy Fort Wayne’s newest spot for great food.
Last night’s Best in Class Summit brought together more than 100 high-school seniors and local leaders for an inspiring evening of connection and possibility in Allen County. It was exciting to see so many young people excited about their possible future in Allen County!
November 12, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Last night’s Best in Class Summit brought together more than 100 high-school seniors and local leaders for an inspiring evening of connection and possibility in Allen County. It was exciting to see so many young people excited about their possible future in Allen County!
Welcome to our newest members from October!
We’re excited to have you join Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Thank you for investing in the growth and success of Fort Wayne and Allen County.
We look forward to supporting your journey and celebrating your impact!
We’re excited to have you join Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Thank you for investing in the growth and success of Fort Wayne and Allen County.
We look forward to supporting your journey and celebrating your impact!
November 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Welcome to our newest members from October!
We’re excited to have you join Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Thank you for investing in the growth and success of Fort Wayne and Allen County.
We look forward to supporting your journey and celebrating your impact!
We’re excited to have you join Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Thank you for investing in the growth and success of Fort Wayne and Allen County.
We look forward to supporting your journey and celebrating your impact!
Tis the season to connect. Join us for GFW Inc. Holiday Night on Wednesday, December 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Forum at Electric Works. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and festive networking with leaders from across Allen County.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Tis the season to connect. Join us for GFW Inc. Holiday Night on Wednesday, December 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Forum at Electric Works. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and festive networking with leaders from across Allen County.
business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
Our team was honored to celebrate Brenda Gerber Vincent at the Smart Girls, Brilliant Women Luncheon! We’re so proud of her leadership and inspired by the incredible young women recognized—each a reflection of the Boys & Girls Clubs’ powerful mission.
November 6, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Our team was honored to celebrate Brenda Gerber Vincent at the Smart Girls, Brilliant Women Luncheon! We’re so proud of her leadership and inspired by the incredible young women recognized—each a reflection of the Boys & Girls Clubs’ powerful mission.
The GFW Inc. team was honored to celebrate new ownership at Express Employment Professionals with a ribbon-cutting.
We’re excited to see all the ways Express Employment Professionals will strengthen Fort Wayne’s workforce under her guidance!
We’re excited to see all the ways Express Employment Professionals will strengthen Fort Wayne’s workforce under her guidance!
November 4, 2025 at 8:43 PM
The GFW Inc. team was honored to celebrate new ownership at Express Employment Professionals with a ribbon-cutting.
We’re excited to see all the ways Express Employment Professionals will strengthen Fort Wayne’s workforce under her guidance!
We’re excited to see all the ways Express Employment Professionals will strengthen Fort Wayne’s workforce under her guidance!
Excited to share our newest episode of Around Allen County, featuring Dan Starr, President and CEO of Do it Best Corporation!
Watch now and discover how Do it Best is making an impact right here at home.
youtu.be/l1g_JdN6oVA
Watch now and discover how Do it Best is making an impact right here at home.
youtu.be/l1g_JdN6oVA
November 4, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Excited to share our newest episode of Around Allen County, featuring Dan Starr, President and CEO of Do it Best Corporation!
Watch now and discover how Do it Best is making an impact right here at home.
youtu.be/l1g_JdN6oVA
Watch now and discover how Do it Best is making an impact right here at home.
youtu.be/l1g_JdN6oVA
Join us Nov. 19, 11 AM–1 PM, for the 2026 Legislative Preview Luncheon with Greater Fort Wayne Inc. and the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana. Hear key issues shaping next year’s session and insights from local legislators. Register: business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
November 3, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Join us Nov. 19, 11 AM–1 PM, for the 2026 Legislative Preview Luncheon with Greater Fort Wayne Inc. and the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana. Hear key issues shaping next year’s session and insights from local legislators. Register: business.greaterfortwayneinc.com/events/Detai...
We’re proud that Bombardier sees what we’ve always believed — Fort Wayne and Allen County offer the ideal place to invest, grow, and thrive.
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Fort Wayne partnership takes flight for Bombardier
Bombardier's plans for a hub at Fort Wayne International Airport feel less like a business transaction and more like a homecoming.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:07 PM
We’re proud that Bombardier sees what we’ve always believed — Fort Wayne and Allen County offer the ideal place to invest, grow, and thrive.
www.journalgazette.net/opinion/colu...
www.journalgazette.net/opinion/colu...
Big celebration in Allen County yesterday!
We were proud to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Van Eerden Foodservice’s new 181,000-square-foot cold storage and distribution facility, marking their first location outside of Michigan and a significant investment in our region.
We were proud to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Van Eerden Foodservice’s new 181,000-square-foot cold storage and distribution facility, marking their first location outside of Michigan and a significant investment in our region.
October 30, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Big celebration in Allen County yesterday!
We were proud to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Van Eerden Foodservice’s new 181,000-square-foot cold storage and distribution facility, marking their first location outside of Michigan and a significant investment in our region.
We were proud to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Van Eerden Foodservice’s new 181,000-square-foot cold storage and distribution facility, marking their first location outside of Michigan and a significant investment in our region.
Be sure to read this insightful op-ed by John Urbahns, President and CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
He shares a fact-based perspective on Allen County’s economic growth and the importance of focusing on results.
You can read the opinion piece here:
www.fwbusiness.com/opinion/arti...
He shares a fact-based perspective on Allen County’s economic growth and the importance of focusing on results.
You can read the opinion piece here:
www.fwbusiness.com/opinion/arti...
Oct. 29 - OPINION: John Urbahns: Debates are good. Results are better.
In an opinion article published on Oct. 17, former Councilman Jason Arp shared his views on downtown development and what he perceives as a lack of growth. One of our
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October 29, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Be sure to read this insightful op-ed by John Urbahns, President and CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
He shares a fact-based perspective on Allen County’s economic growth and the importance of focusing on results.
You can read the opinion piece here:
www.fwbusiness.com/opinion/arti...
He shares a fact-based perspective on Allen County’s economic growth and the importance of focusing on results.
You can read the opinion piece here:
www.fwbusiness.com/opinion/arti...
Congrats to Foellinger Foundation on the opening of their new North Parking Lot at Berry & Clay! The upgraded space offers free parking, green space, and a safer, more connected downtown.
October 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Congrats to Foellinger Foundation on the opening of their new North Parking Lot at Berry & Clay! The upgraded space offers free parking, green space, and a safer, more connected downtown.
Northwest Allen County Schools community:
The referendum vote is just 8 days away! Take time to learn the facts before you head to the polls.
Visit nacs.k12.in.us/referendum to understand what’s on the ballot and how it impacts the Northwest Allen County school system and broader community.
The referendum vote is just 8 days away! Take time to learn the facts before you head to the polls.
Visit nacs.k12.in.us/referendum to understand what’s on the ballot and how it impacts the Northwest Allen County school system and broader community.
Northwest Allen County Schools
Northwest Allen County Schools
nacs.k12.in.us
October 27, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Northwest Allen County Schools community:
The referendum vote is just 8 days away! Take time to learn the facts before you head to the polls.
Visit nacs.k12.in.us/referendum to understand what’s on the ballot and how it impacts the Northwest Allen County school system and broader community.
The referendum vote is just 8 days away! Take time to learn the facts before you head to the polls.
Visit nacs.k12.in.us/referendum to understand what’s on the ballot and how it impacts the Northwest Allen County school system and broader community.
Our team was thrilled to celebrate the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of American Kolache Fort Wayne this morning!
Located at 6405 Lima Rd in Fort Wayne, be sure to support them this weekend and find your new favorite bite!
Located at 6405 Lima Rd in Fort Wayne, be sure to support them this weekend and find your new favorite bite!
October 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Our team was thrilled to celebrate the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of American Kolache Fort Wayne this morning!
Located at 6405 Lima Rd in Fort Wayne, be sure to support them this weekend and find your new favorite bite!
Located at 6405 Lima Rd in Fort Wayne, be sure to support them this weekend and find your new favorite bite!
We were honored to join the ribbon-cutting at CPI Card Group’s newly expanded Fort Wayne facility! This “Factory of the Future” doubles their space and boosts automation, quality, and local jobs. Congrats to the CPI team on this exciting milestone for Allen County!
October 24, 2025 at 12:16 PM
We were honored to join the ribbon-cutting at CPI Card Group’s newly expanded Fort Wayne facility! This “Factory of the Future” doubles their space and boosts automation, quality, and local jobs. Congrats to the CPI team on this exciting milestone for Allen County!
Congratulations to Arts United on the official ribbon-cutting of their newly renovated space!
The refreshed space is truly beautiful, and we’re excited to see this cornerstone of our arts community continue to inspire creativity and connection across Fort Wayne and Allen County.
The refreshed space is truly beautiful, and we’re excited to see this cornerstone of our arts community continue to inspire creativity and connection across Fort Wayne and Allen County.
October 23, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Congratulations to Arts United on the official ribbon-cutting of their newly renovated space!
The refreshed space is truly beautiful, and we’re excited to see this cornerstone of our arts community continue to inspire creativity and connection across Fort Wayne and Allen County.
The refreshed space is truly beautiful, and we’re excited to see this cornerstone of our arts community continue to inspire creativity and connection across Fort Wayne and Allen County.