Grow Wabash County names Beth Driscoll Entrepreneurship Navigator for Start Local, Grow Local
Wabash County, IN – Grow Wabash County has named Beth Driscoll as Entrepreneurship Navigator for its new Start Local, Grow Local initiative, a countywide program supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses from first idea through long-term growth. The initiative is supported in part by a Community Collaboration Fund (CCF) grant from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. “Receiving the state’s CCF grant is an incredible win for Wabash County, and we are deeply thankful to the state IEDC for
GWC Welcomes M.U. Intern, Amaya Mogollón!
Wabash County, IN (Sept. 24th, 2026) – Grow Wabash County is welcoming a local Manchester University student, Amaya Mogollón, to its staff as an intern for Fall 2026. Amaya Mogollón is a first-year Communications major at Manchester University. She plans to minor in Spanish and Environmental Studies and earn her master’s in business administration while completing her undergraduate degree. She is very involved at Manchester University and participates in many campus clubs, including USG, Environmental Club,
BCA Grant Funding Strengthens Grow Wabash County Attraction Strategy
WABASH COUNTY, Ind. - Grow Wabash County has received a $4,000 grant from the Building Contractors Association of Northeast Indiana (BCA) to strengthen business attraction efforts through improved lead-generation tools and processes. The investment will support a more strategic, data-driven approach to identifying prospective businesses, tracking interest in Wabash County, and advancing long-term economic growth opportunities. “This grant from the Building Contractors Association of Northeast
Grow Wabash County Welcomes Wabash High School Intern, Makenna Bechtold
Wabash County, IN (August 26, 2026) – Grow Wabash County is adding a Wabash High School student to its team and is happy to welcome Makenna Bechtold as the organization’s intern for Fall 2026. Makenna Bechtold is a senior at Wabash High School. She is an active member of the choir and theatre programs at school, dating back to the 6th-grade choir. She is a member of several other clubs and organizations at school, including the National Honor Society and Key Club. Makenna is also a budding entrepreneur,
From Survey to Strategy: Scaling Market Research for Wabash County Businesses
Small businesses make up 99.9% of U.S. firms and employ nearly half of the entire private sector workforce — which means no matter how tight-knit your local market feels, you're operating in an enormous competitive field. For Wabash County businesses anchored in agriculture, light manufacturing, and retail serving north-central Indiana communities, understanding your customers isn't a one-time exercise. Markets shift. Competitors move. The businesses that scale well are the ones that keep refreshing their
Media Kits as Strategic Assets for Business Growth
A media kit is a structured collection of company information that helps journalists, partners, and stakeholders quickly understand your business. For companies seeking stronger public relations outcomes and sustained visibility, a media kit functions as both a credibility signal and a communication shortcut. It ensures your story is told accurately, consistently, and professionally.Key Insights A media kit centralizes essential brand and company information. It strengthens public relations by
Profitable on Paper, Struggling at Payroll: Financial Strategies for Wabash County Salons
Running a full appointment book and still falling short on payroll is more common in the salon industry than most owners expect. Cash flow failures sink small businesses far more often than a lack of clients does — 82% of failures trace back to cash timing problems, not insufficient revenue. In Wabash County, where independent businesses serve communities like Peru year-round without the seasonal cushion of a tourist economy, smart financial habits are what separate a salon that lasts from one that
Building Scalable Success: A Growth Framework For Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs and small business owners drive economic growth by creating products, services, and jobs in their communities. Yet many founders stall not because their ideas lack merit, but because execution, positioning, and discipline drift over time. Success is rarely a single breakthrough moment. It is the cumulative result of structured decisions, customer alignment, and consistent adaptation.Key Takeaways For Long-Term Growth Clear positioning makes marketing, sales, and hiring easier. Cash flow
Emergency Readiness for Small Businesses: Practical Strategies for Wabash County Owners
Small business owners in Wabash County often operate with lean teams, tight schedules, and limited room for error — which makes having an emergency plan not only smart but essential. Whether the challenge is a power outage, a winter storm, or an unexpected supply disruption, resilience starts with preparation. Learn below about: Simple techniques for strengthening your emergency readiness. How to prepare your people, documents, and operations for disruption. Planning tools, a how-to checklist, and a
What’s Happening with the CTA, BOI and FinCEN? Vital Information for Small Businesses in Wabash, IN
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
