This event will concentrate on how existing businesses can take their development to the next level. Topics include – specialty resources on manufacturing and exporting, market and industry data, state tax credits and programs, snapshot business valuations and expansion project and owner-occupied commercial real estate financing.

The workshop is hosted by the NW-ISBDC, Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Northwest Indiana Forum, and Regional Development Company. Expert speakers include Lorri Feldt, regional director of the NW-ISBDC, Erica Dombey, president of the RDC, and Linda Walczak, VP – BR&E of the IEDC.

“While we work with all levels of entrepreneurs, this specific workshop is tailored to second-stage companies that may need guidance in the right direction to the next chapter,” Feldt said. “There are many tools and resources that we will detail, and our speakers will be available to connect with directly at the event.”

Coffee and snacks will be provided.