Whether you’re a homegrown accelerating startup looking to expand, a thriving business looking to relocate, or find yourself somewhere in-between, we have the resources and connections to help you grow in Indy.
From incentives to navigating the permitting process, Develop Indy works with and for you.
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Indy has built success by being open and inclusive. Its connection to art, nature, culture and more offers something for all ages.
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View the HubOur mission is simple: guide businesses large and small in their growth so they can make a lasting impact on the community. We’ll serve as your first stop to navigating the Indy business community, whether you are a neighborhood resource provider, local startup, or international firm.
Part of our mission is placing a spotlight on the people and companies who are investing back into their neighborhoods and, in turn, the greater economy.
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While business attraction and marketing are continued activities, Develop Indy is focused on making long-term investments in competitiveness while ensuring that more residents can connect to economic gains. This includes re-orienting existing incentives, introducing new ones, and building partnerships to help advance community objectives and prioritize inclusivity.
Inclusive Incentives StrategyLeveraging a wide network of partners, we collaborate to grow Indy’s economy through various programs.
Leveraging a wide network of partners, we collaborate to grow Indy’s economy through various programs.
“This city is ready to prove it belongs in the big leagues.” – USA Today
“When it comes to companies looking for tech talent, Indianapolis is the top bang-for-your-buck market in the country” – CBRE
#5 City for Creating the Most Tech Jobs
Forbes, 2017
#2 Best Cities for Jobs
Money, 2017
Best Cities for Women in Tech
FastCompany, 2016, 2017
#7 State for Doing Business
Area Development, 2017
Top 8 Thriving Tech Cities
Money Under 30, 2016
Top 10 States for Millennials
Money, 2017
America’s Best City for Renters
Forbes, 2017
Top 10 Most Underrated Cities
Travel + Leisure, 2017
We love Indy, but more importantly, we love talking about the people and businesses that make it special. Take a look at our recent blog posts and announcements to keep up-to-date on economic development in Marion County.
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(INDIANAPOLIS) – In an effort to secure much-needed federal assistance for small businesses in Indianapolis impacted by COVID-19, the Indy Chamber through its Business Ownership Initiative will begin processing federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans today in partnership with Bankable of the Flagship Enterprise Center. This partnership was significantly bolstered…
The following statement ahead of the launch of the Paycheck Protection Program is from Indy Chamber Vice President of Indianapolis Economic Development Ian Nicolini: “This weekend the Indy Chamber team has finalized processes, attended trainings, and prepped in anticipation of the processing of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans…
Indy Chamber selected to join Brookings Inclusive Economic Indicators Lab Lab will help the Indy Chamber advance locally-relevant metrics of economic inclusion to help advance growth and opportunity in the Indy Region The Indy Chamber has been selected by the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program (Brookings Metro) as one of…
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