Development

This workshop aims to help entrepreneurs evaluate their business ideas, prepare a sound business plan, manage expectations and increase chances of accessing capital. Workshop topics include: identifying personal objectives, skills and resources...

Wana Pizza Black Friday Special Wana Pizza is open for breakfast by 6:00 a.m. on Friday, November 23. Try the Breakfast Pizza with Scrambled Gravy, and top with any pizza toppings. Available in 6", 10", 14", 16" and as a calzone. A breakfast pizza is...

A large cast of entrepreneurial-minded business folks gathered at the 21st Annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards this week for E-Day. The Northwest Indiana Small Business Development Center honored nine individuals who have demonstrated the...

Looking for help with Small Business Administration lending? You’re not alone. SBA offers a variety of loans and the process starts when you apply for a SBA-backed loan through a local lender. When applying for one of the Horizon SBA loan programs...

Indiana and Michigan Banks in total reported solid earnings through June 30, 2012. In addition, early earnings releases for the third quarter continue to exhibit a positive trend. Horizon Bancorp is following suit and recently reported record...

The CEO of a marketing software giant, two state legislators who authored the right-to-work legislation and an Indianapolis community which hosted Super Bowl XLVI and is experiencing ongoing infrastructure improvements and economic growth were...

Inside Indiana Business recently spoke with Matt Hunckler, president of Verge — an Indianapolis-based information provider for start-ups. In the interview, he discusses the recent pitch competition Powder Keg. You should also read this recent...

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking nominations for awards in celebration of the 50th National Small Business Week. Indiana Small Business Week awardees will be recognized in our State in early spring 2013. There are various...

Dr. Jamal Husain, of Purdue University Calumet, will facilitate both sessions of the series. Business Plans 101 - Part 1 While business plans are complicated documents, they provide entrepreneurs with a blueprint for their businesses. Dr. Husain will...

A blustery Tuesday morning in late October served as the setting for the La Porte and Michigan City Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Briefing. Dozens of professors and business professionals gathered for breakfast at Purdue University North Central....