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Boone EDC Executive Director Named a Top Young Professional
The Boone EDC’s Executive Director Molly Whitehead has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s “Forty Under 40” list.
Boone EDC announces new Board members
The Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) welcomes three new members to its Board of Directors.
Boone EDC offers meeting space in Lebanon
The Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) has announced that its conference center located at 2030 Indianapolis Avenue in Lebanon is available for business and professional use.
Top 5 takeaways from Indiana Economic Development Course
Two of our staff members had the opportunity to attend the 2018 Indiana Economic Development Course in Muncie earlier this month. Offered annually for more than 30 years, the week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development.
Boone EDC asks for public input on quality of life
The Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) is asking Boone County residents to participate in a quality of life survey. The survey includes 15 questions and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Participants who finish the survey (and provide their contact information) will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card.
Boone EDC announces new slate of officers, Brock Hesler to serve as president
The Boone County Economic Development Corporation has announced its new slate of officers for 2018 and that Brock Hesler will serve as president of the Board of Directors in 2018. Hesler, a lifelong Boone County resident, is the director of membership for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.
Boone EDC celebrates 1,800 new jobs committed in 2017
The Boone County Economic Development Corporation announced that 14 companies chose to expand or locate in Boone County in 2017. These companies anticipate hiring more than 1,800 people and investing more than $193 million in the community over the next few years. These deals are expected to bring a tax impact of more than $14 million.
Lebanon manufacturer expands operations with help from Boone EDC Microloan Program
Lebanon, Ind. – Shark-Co Manufacturing, maker of custom foam tool organizers, is expanding their operations in Lebanon with help from the Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) Microloan Program. Owners Jason and Monica Sharkey received a microloan...
Boone EDC honors two local business owners
Lebanon, Ind. – The Boone County Economic Development Corporation honored two local business owners at its annual meeting today. The Community Impact Award was presented to Rick Baldwin, owner of Village Pools in Zionsville. The purpose of the Community Impact Award...
Two companies expanding their operations in Zionsville
Zionsville, Ind. – 120WaterAudit and Stringcan, Inc. dba Gear Marketing are expanding their operations in Zionsville. 120WaterAudit is a zWorks-originated, Zionsville-homegrown company that works with large scale clients and individual consumers to improve potable...
Lebanon City Council approves United States Cold Storage expansion
Lebanon, Ind. – The Lebanon City Council has approved incentives for a potential expansion by United States Cold Storage (USCS), provider of logistics solutions to the frozen and refrigerated food industry. “U.S. Cold Storage is looking forward to expanding its...
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Boone EDC comments on Little League Central Region HQ coming to Zionsville
Zionsville did an exceptional job welcoming the Little League International team and the Boone County Economic Development Corporation was pleased to have been a partner in the selection process.
D-A Lubricant Company expands headquarters for third time in Lebanon
Lebanon, Ind. – D-A Lubricant Company, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of automotive lubricants, has announced plans to install a new production line at their headquarters in the Lebanon Business Park. “This is the third time since locating in Lebanon that D-A...
Boone EDC unveils new look
Lebanon, Ind. – The Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) has unveiled a new brand identity including a new logo, color palette and website. “As the economic development leader in Boone County, it is important that the Boone EDC has a consistent,...
Boone EDC announces Director of Community Development
The Boone EDC announces the hiring of Megan Swain as Director of Community Development. Swain will be responsible for championing creative placemaking efforts and cultivating new business relations for the Boone EDC.
Japanese automotive supplier celebrates grand opening and expansion
Fukai Toyotetsu Indiana Corporation (FTIC), an automotive supplier, held their grand opening ceremony at their manufacturing facility in Jamestown and announced plans to expand its operations, creating up to 155 additional new jobs by 2020.
Women’s clothing boutique opens in Lebanon
A new women’s clothing boutique is now open in Lebanon. Tasha Marshall, owner of Pretty Dandy Boutique, saw a need for affordable high-end fashion and decided to act.
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