Attracting Talent from Across the Country.
Allen County is a magnet for talent. We’re the fastest-growing city in the midwest, attracting residents from Los Angeles, Denver, Colorado Springs, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, and Detroit, among others. Our annual population growth rate exceeds that of the state and the nation. We have the workers you need.
Why? We are creating dynamic quality-of-life amenities with the express goal of attracting and retaining talent. With our reputable partners in education, including Purdue University and Indiana University, we have the pipeline of talent to meet your company’s needs.
(((Graphic of US map with the points moving in)))
(((Button with link))) https://neinworks.org/
(((Button with link))) https://www.hoosierdata.in.gov/region3.asp
(((Button with link))) Allen County Workforce
STATS (module)
2M+
College and graduate students within a 200-mile radius
247,000+
Annual graduates from top research universities (R1 and R2) within 200 miles
39,000+
Annual computer science and engineering graduates from top research universities (R1 and R2) within 200 miles
Workforce Development Programs
To build a nationally recognized economy, we need world-class builders. And electricians. And plumbers. And advanced manufacturing workers. People who can get the job done with hard work, know-how, attention to detail, and dedication to their craft.
MadeByMe works to cultivate the next generation of our skilled workforce by introducing high school students to careers and opportunities in Fort Wayne and Allen County.
STATS
1 IN 5
Jobs in Allen County is in the manufacturing or construction industries
44,000+
Projected job openings in the construction trades and skilled manufacturing in the next 10 years in Allen County
2,300+
Local high-school students reached by our MadeByMe program in 2022
Video link
(((Button))) Students Learn more
(((Button))) Employers Learn more
(((Button))) Educators Learn more
Get to know our workforce
Workforce statistics