NWI Forum
The Northwest Indiana region is the second largest economy in Indiana representing urban, suburban and rural communities representing over $35 billion economy. Home of the Indiana Dunes State Park and beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan, people and businesses prosper and grow within the region of commerce, environmental beauty and transportation.
Staff — NWI Forum
Heather Ennis is President and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Forum, a privately held nonprofit organization focused on creating economic development opportunities for the seven-county region. With more than 130 members, the Forum works to create a positive business climate promoting investment, quality job creation and retention in harmony with ...
Regional Profile — NWI Forum
Northwest Indiana by the numbers. Northwest Indiana is a 7-county region comprised of global, national and regional businesses that represent more than $40 billion in commerce. Northwest Indiana offers the best of both worlds: Access to Chicago along with Indiana’s stellar business climate. From small rural towns to growing suburbs to ...
Economic Initiative — NWI Forum
3 days ago · The Northwest Indiana Forum is currently leading an update of Ignite the Region: A Regional Strategy for Economic Transformation, the organization’s economic development strategic plan for Northwest Indiana. The 2025 update is focused on integrating arts, culture, tourism, and sustainability into the existing economic transformation strategy ...
Public Policy - NWI Forum
As the regional economic development organization and the Voice of Northwest Indiana businesses representing Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Jasper, Starke, Newton and Pulaski counties, it is the Forum’s mission to retain and create jobs in Northwest Indiana. The following represent our top priorities for the 2020 Legislative Session.
Industries — NWI Forum
Northwest Indiana is located on the main telecommunication networks between New York and Chicago and is within a short radius of 350 E. Cermak, allowing low round-trip latency. Developers plan to build a four-story, $32 million data center at the newly renovated Centier building at 504 Broadway in downtown Gary.
News — NWI Forum
Dec 3, 2024 · The Northwest Indiana Forum received funding from both READI 1.0 and READI 2.0, which is estimated to generate over $2 billion of direct economic impact to Northwest Indiana. As Governor Holcomb transitions to new endeavors, his legacy in shaping the future of Indiana remains firmly rooted in the successes of his administration.
Live Here - NWI Forum
Northwest Indiana combines an innovative spirit, beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline, and proximity to Chicago and its amenities for an affordable, high quality of life. Our communities, each with its own uniqueness, provide Northwest Indiana residents a wonderful quality of life. Northwest Indiana communities are ready to welcome you home.
Entrepreneur Resources - NWI Forum
The Northwest ISBDC offers no-cost business counseling and resources to business owners and entrepreneurs looking to launch a business. The NW ISBDC team provides services throughout the 7-county NWI area and also offers small business workshops and access to numerous market research data bases.
Talent - NWI Forum
Availability of skilled labor was ranked as the third most important factor for location decisions. Ignite The Region’s Talent initiative is to expand the talent assets of Northwest Indiana (NWI) and strengthen connections to the region’s employers. Our Talent Initiative is comprised of seven strategic goals: 1.