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Welcome to our January 2025 New Members

Welcome to Our Newest Members! We’re thrilled to welcome 23 new organizations to the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. membership community in January! These businesses are helping to strengthen and grow our local economy, and we can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make. Check out their websites to learn more about them and show your… Read more »

GFW Inc. welcomes Leadership Fort Wayne Class of 2025

The 67-member cohort is the 43rd and largest class since the start of the program Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) officially launched the Class of 2025. Greater Fort Wayne Inc. introduced the 67-member class at the LFW Welcome Reception last week, marking the forty-third and largest cohort in the program’s history. LFW is a nine-month initiative… Read more »

Allen County Achieves Historic Growth in 2024

Over $74.7M in New Annual Payroll and $2.6B in Private Investment Showcase County’s Unprecedented Growth Allen County achieved a record-breaking year in 2024, marked by exceptional growth and progress in both economic and community development. With over $2.6 billion in new private investments,1,050 new job commitments, and more than $74.7 million in new annual payroll… Read more »

Welcome to Our Newest Members in December 2024

As we closed out December 2024, we were thrilled to welcome the latest businesses and organizations to the Greater Fort Wayne Inc. membership! Your commitment fuels our shared mission to build a nationally recognized economy in Fort Wayne and Allen County. Together, we’re creating a place where businesses thrive, talent is cultivated, and our community… Read more »

GFW Inc.’s Newest Members – November 2024

Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Welcomes Newest Members in November Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is excited to introduce the newest investors who joined our vibrant business community in November. These businesses and organizations reflect the dynamic spirit and diverse economy of Fort Wayne and Allen County. We are excited to support their growth and success. Please… Read more »

Leadership Fort Wayne Class of 2024 Graduates Celebrate Commitment to Community Leadership

Fort Wayne, Ind. – On Wednesday morning, fifty-nine outstanding individuals celebrated their graduation from the Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) program during a special ceremony at Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s annual LFW Alumni Breakfast. This event marked the culmination of a nine-month journey in servant leadership and learning for the graduates. This year’s cohort joins a… Read more »

Applications now open for Leadership Fort Wayne Class of 2025

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW), the region’s premier leadership development program, is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort. This highly regarded program is designed to equip and empower participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive meaningful and lasting change within the Allen County community. Applications will be accepted through… Read more »

Welcome to Our August New Investors

Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is excited to introduce the newest investors who joined our vibrant business community in August. These businesses and organizations reflect the dynamic spirit and diverse economy of Fort Wayne and Allen County. We are excited to support their growth and success. Please join us in welcoming the following members: BRU Burger… Read more »

Welcome to our July New Members

Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Welcomes Newest Members Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is thrilled to announce the addition of our newest investors to our growing community of businesses. These businesses and organizations reflect the dynamic spirit and diverse economy of Fort Wayne and Allen County. We are excited to collaborate with them and support their growth… Read more »

Greater Fort Wayne Inc. President/CEO John Urbahns Receives Prestigious Sagamore of the Wabash Award

John Urbahns receiving Sagamore award

  FORT WAYNE, Ind. — John Urbahns, President/CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc., was honored with the Sagamore of the Wabash Award Thursday, June 6, at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting. The award, presented by Senator Travis Holdman and also sponsored by Representative Phil Giaquinta, is Indiana’s highest civilian honor, recognizing individuals who have rendered… Read more »