Business

By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—Over the past years, the Innovation Connector has become the Muncie community’s hub for business startup and growth assistance.  Calls and emails come to us nearly every day from entrepreneurs and hopeful business startup owners asking for assistance in some way.  Regular requests include the need for funds to start or grow a business, help formally organize the business as an LLC or S-Corp, and some turn to us…

By Kynda Rinker—  MUNCIE, IN–For nearly 20 years, The Mutual Bank Charitable Foundation has been supportive of the Muncie Children’s Museum. The most recent gift of $100,000 will fund a portion of the exhibits and a portion of the Muncie Children’s Museum Endowment Fund at the Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County as part of the More to Explore Campaign. While the foundation has transferred its assets to the Mutual Legacy Fund at the Community Foundation of Muncie &…

By Dan Wolfert— MUNCIE, IN—2023 marks the 70th anniversary in the rich history of Hillcroft Services, Inc., a local non-profit organization who provides supports and services to individuals with disabilities. Hillcroft was founded on February 13, 1953, by three local families who wanted to provide quality education and life experiences for their children with disabilities. Through that commitment, Hillcroft has grown exponentially over time and annually improves the lives of over 600 individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental…

Editor’s note: This is the second of a three part series on housing in Muncie and Delaware County.  By John Fallon and Steve Slavin— MUNCIE, IN—We believe strongly that the housing needle in our community needs to be moved.  Further, we think that there is some urgency for this and that we need to do this aggressively.  The natural forces of the local housing market will not resolve our housing dilemma by themselves…at least not anytime soon.  In fact, we…

 By Corey Ohlenkamp — FORT WAYNE, IN – Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) granted $126,000 to 11 organizations and communities to help boost job growth and enhance local economies.  I&M awarded grants to assist economic development activities across the area that I&M serves with two important programs to support and heighten the economic health of their communities.  Property Development Grants help identify and prepare properties for future business and industrial uses.  Initiatives Grants help economic development organizations launch new programs that…

Editor’s note: This is the first of a three part series on housing in Muncie and Delaware County.  By Steve Slavin and John Fallon— MUNCIE, IN—The term ‘housing bubble’ is often used to describe rapid increases in real estate prices and demand within a context of limited supply.  This figure of speech is prominent in the media and shows up as the housing market ebbs and flows over time.  And while the notion rolls off the tongue with ease, it is…

MUNCIE, IN—Woof Boom Radio LLC, headquartered in Muncie, Indiana has an immediate opening for a full time, on-air position. This position will be located inside our building(s), on the number one station in the market. You will host, interact with listeners as well as community members, and have Producer responsibilities on other Woof Boom Radio station(s). Commercial writing and production is also a key component of the job, as are remote broadcasts and public appearances. Position Requirements Minimum 5 years,…

By Ben Polk— MUNCIE, IN—PrimeTrust Federal Union, serving Delaware County, Indiana, is proud to announce Tim Pierce as its new president and chief executive officer, effective January 17, 2023. Pierce’s career includes Indirect Lending Manager at TCU, Vice President of Operations at Afena, Regional Sales Rep with CUDL, Vice President of Operations and Lending at Ball State Credit Union, and most recently Assistant Vice President of Compliance and Education at the Indiana Credit Union League. At the League, Pierce’s primary…