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By Ted A. Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—For many business owners, marketing can feel like a collection of disconnected activities, such as a social media post here, an advertisement there, an occasional email campaign, or a new website. But effective marketing is much more than simply getting a business noticed. Done well, it creates a system that attracts customers, builds trust, generates opportunities, and ultimately drives growth. That is the focus of “Marketing Mastery: Marketing That Drives Growth,” the first session in the Innovation Connector’s new Business Impact Masterclasses Series, scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026, from…

By Ted A. Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—The Innovation Connector is deepening its commitment to entrepreneurial and business excellence with the launch of its new Business Impact Masterclasses, a four-part professional education series that helps entrepreneurs, startups, nonprofit leaders, and established businesses grow through practical, action-oriented learning. Beginning in September 2026, the Business Impact Masterclasses will replace the annual Innovation Connector Business Showcase Week, marking the next evolution of the organization’s business education programming. This initiative reflects the Innovation Connector’s commitment to delivering premium educational experiences that empower entrepreneurs, strengthen organizations, and accelerate business growth. Through expert-led…

By Ryan Hunter, Technology & Education Director, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN — Innovation Connector, Inc. has formed a strategic partnership with LaunchReady.ai to expand access to practical, high-quality artificial intelligence learning opportunities for businesses, organizations, educators, and community leaders across East Central Indiana. The partnership builds on the momentum of Innovation Connector’s AI in Action series, which has helped local professionals better understand how to use artificial intelligence responsibly and effectively in real-world settings. Through this expanded collaboration, Innovation Connector will serve as a regional delivery and community anchor for AI learning, while LaunchReady.ai will provide its AI…

By Ted A. Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc. is a business incubator and the only full-service entrepreneurial support organization in East Central Indiana. Although its facility is at the corner of West White River Blvd and Jackson Streets in Muncie, the Innovation Connector (commonly called the IC) is much more than a building – it is a dynamic hub of possibility. It is a place where, if you have an idea, a business, or a vision, the IC team helps you gain clarity, connections, and growth. By intentionally connecting people, resources, and opportunities,…

By Ted Baker, CEO/Executive Director, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—At the Innovation Connector, innovation isn’t just part of our name—it’s at the heart of everything we do. For more than two decades, we’ve remained committed to one guiding question: “What creative solutions can we discover to make real and meaningful differences in our local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystem?” By engaging with hundreds of local businesses and entrepreneurs each year, we stay attuned to current needs and identify critical gaps within the small business landscape. In response to these insights, we are excited to announce the launch of two new…

By Ted Baker, CEO and Executive Director of the Innovation Connector— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc., East Central Indiana’s only full-service entrepreneurial support organization, has been honored with the Soft Landings Designation of the Year at the recent International Business Innovation Association (InBIA) Annual Conference in Philadelphia, PA. This distinguished recognition marks the first international award for the Innovation Connector, highlighting its growing impact on global business development. The Soft Landings Designation of the Year is awarded to only one site within InBIA’s international network of certified Soft Landings locations. The Innovation Connector earned this honor for its outstanding…

By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director— MUNCIE, IN—2023 was a remarkable year for the Innovation Connector, marked by unprecedented activity and events. Our team was privileged to assist over 450 Muncie area entrepreneurs and business owners on their business journeys. Notably, we housed the East Central Indiana Regional Office of the Indiana Small Business Development Center, collaborating to serve the eleven Indiana counties they cater to.  Last year, we extended our reach beyond national borders, partnering with the Delaware County Commissioners and Delaware County Economic Development to support foreign-based companies in establishing their North American Headquarters in Delaware County. These…

By Ted Baker, CEO, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—Each year in November, the Global Entrepreneurship Network hosts its signature week of events, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW.) This year, GEW is celebrated from November 13 -19, with events and activities occurring worldwide. The theme for 2023 GEW is “Entrepreneurs Thrive Here.”  GEW aims to “celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in every country and community around the world – especially those individuals who face structural barriers or may have never considered the idea of launching a startup.” This year, over 170 countries hosting thousands of events will be part of this celebration….