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Your Voice + Our Mission =
A Stronger Business Community
Our team tackles the biggest issues facing your business, so you can focus on what you do best. We also keep you informed on issues that could affect your company, and provide opportunities for you to meet with elected officials to discuss issues important to you. We rally the business community to support Allen County’s growth–because when we create a growing community where businesses can succeed, everybody wins.
Advocacy Events and Publications
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Legislative Preview
Before the beginning of the state legislative session, GFW Inc. presents its legislative agenda to investors and government officials. In addition, northeast Indiana’s state legislators discuss topics they plan to address in the upcoming legislative session.
Third House Forum
GFW Inc. hosts a mid-session Third House Forum luncheon to update investors on key legislation that affects the business community. Northeast Indiana’s state legislators attend to report on their activity at the Statehouse. This is a unique opportunity to get to know your state legislators and share your thoughts on polices that concern you.
Legislative Wrap-Up
At the end of each legislative session, GFW Inc. hosts a Legislative Wrap-Up to discuss the ups and downs of the past session. Enjoy breakfast with our state legislators and learn how the General Assembly’s decisions impact businesses.
GovConnect E-Newsletter
Stay up to date on issues affecting the business community–sign up for the GFW Inc. weekly GovConnect e-newsletter. We gather the top legislative news from the local, state, and federal levels, so you don’t have to. Enjoy this investor-only resource by emailing [email protected]. If you are interested in becoming an investor, please email [email protected].
Get to Know your Government
Greater Fort Wayne Inc. consistently monitors the legislative and regulatory landscape to address the issues facing our business community. We represent your business interests at all levels of government, monitoring issues and actions taken.
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Meet Your Northeast Indiana Legislative Delegation
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Legislative Agenda
Each year, GFW Inc.’s Board of Directors outlines the key legislative priorities impacting the business community through the publication of our Legislative Agenda. This agenda highlights our policy positions on critical issues and serves as a roadmap for advancing a thriving business environment in Allen County.
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Our legislative priorities focus on five areas:
- Economic & Community Development
- Driving growth and enhancing the vibrancy of our communities.
- Transportation & Infrastructure
- Building robust systems that connect people and businesses.
- Entrepreneur & Business Development
- Empowering businesses of all sizes to innovate and succeed.
- Education & Workforce Development
- Preparing talent for today’s and tomorrow’s opportunities.
- Government Efficiency & Tax Policy
- Promoting responsible governance and a competitive tax climate.
These focus areas reflect our commitment to fostering a prosperous, inclusive, and forward-thinking business ecosystem.
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Greater Fort Wayne Inc. is a nonprofit membership organization serving the business community in Fort Wayne and Allen County, Indiana. Policies and positions expressed on this website do not represent those of any elected officials or government entities, and do not represent endorsement, recommendation or favoring by any such officials or entities.
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