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Page 1: FROM OUR CEO - Microsoft...Steel Dynamics, Inc. Sweetwater Sound, Inc. Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. Vera Bradley Designs, Inc. Weigand Construction Co., Inc. Wells Fargo Bank,

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F R O M O U R C E OAcross Allen County, business leaders like you are looking for ways to grow. You want a leg up in marketing your products or services. You’re looking to build your brand recognition in the community, and bolster your reputation as an organization that’s committed to the long-term development of Allen County.

Sponsorships with Greater Fort Wayne Inc. can do all of the above.

Picture an auditorium full of the business leaders you’re trying to reach, with your company’s logo front and center. Or, imagine being introduced via email to thousands of people in the business communi-ty. What if you could reach that gathering full of perfect prospects and turn them into your newest customers?

If you’re interested in promoting your business and making a difference in our community, I encourage you to review this Sponsorship Guide, or check out the online version at sponsor.gfwinc.com. Every offering is designed to provide the biggest possible impact—through visibility at events and programs, and exposure through a variety of media outlets. And, when you support Greater Fort Wayne Inc., you support the bigger picture of community building and economic development.

There’s never been a more exciting time to be in Allen County, and there’s no better time than now to be a Greater Fort Wayne Inc. inves-tor. Together, we are building a nationally recognized economy, and that includes building your business.

As always, our team stands ready to help you thrive. Thank you for your support. We look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

John UrbahnsPresident / CEO

BOARD OF DIRECTORSCozey Baker, Fort Wayne Black ChamberZach Benedict, MKM Architecture + DesignTherese Brown, Allen County CommissionerJustin Brugger, Fort Wayne City UtilitiesJohn Burda, Wells Fargo BankJim Cook, JPMorgan Chase & Co.John Crawford, Fort Wayne City CouncilDan Doan, Old National BankKarl Einolf, Indiana TechBen Eisbart, Capital Improvement BoardAllen Glassburn, Allen R. Glassburn ConsultingBeth Goldsmith, North Eastern Group RealtyAdrian Guenther, Lincoln Financial GroupTom Harris, Allen County CouncilTom Henry, Mayor of Fort WayneScott Hinderman, FW-AC Airport AuthorityDave Kaverman, Acuity Mergers/AcquisitionsJill Kinder, Michael Kinder & SonsSr. Elise Kriss, University of Saint FrancisRay Kusisto, Ortho NorthEast (ONE)Dave Lucas, Indiana Michigan PowerTerry McDonald, Mayor of New HavenSusan Mendenhall, Arts UnitedMike Nutter, Fort Wayne TinCapsEric Ottinger, Lake City BankMike Packnett, Parkview HealthTim Pape, Carson LLPMac Parker, Chamber Foundation Pat Pasterick, Design CollaborativeRick Poinsatte, Steel DynamicsMike Poore, Lutheran Health NetworkSavannah Robinson, YLNIWendy Robinson, FW Community SchoolsJeremy Rohrs, Fort Wayne MetalsDawn Rosemond, Barnes & ThornburgCarey Schmucker, Aegis Sales & EngineeringGregg Sengstack, Franklin ElectricMargaret Sklenar, Metropolitan TitleBarb Smith, NewAllen AllianceScott Stanford, Fort Wayne NewspapersWendy Stein, Stein Ad PromosBarry Sturges, Sturges Property GroupPat Sullivan, Hylant GroupChuck Surack, Sweetwater SoundAndrew Thomas, Ridge NAPANancy Townsend, City of FW RedevelopmentMiguel Trevino, Downtown Fort WayneReynol Trevino, Greater FW Hispanic ChamberKelly Updike, Embassy Theatre FoundationIrene Walters, Community LeaderMark Webb, QuikCutLarry Weigand, Weigand ConstructionMarshall White, Unity Performing Arts Fdn.Jan Wilhelm, 1st Source Bank

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K E Y M E T R I C S

4,000+ EVENT ATTENDEES PER YEAR4,500+ EMAIL SUBSCRIBERS20,000+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS240,000+ WEBSITE VIEWS PER MONTH

TOTAL GRADUATES OF LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS IN 201967

VISIONARYINVESTORS

1,300+ INVESTOR MEMBERS

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V I S I O N A RY I N V EST O R SVisionary Investors go the extra mile to support GFW Inc.’s efforts to build a nationally recognized econ-omy in Allen County. Our thanks to the companies below for their commitment to growing jobs, wages, and the economy.

3 Rivers Federal Credit UnionAllen CountyAmbassador Enterprises, LLCAsh Brokerage CorporationBAE Systems, Inc.BFGoodrich Tire ManufacturingBKD, LLPBarrett McNagny LLPBrotherhood MutualBrunswick Leisure Boat Company, LLCChase BankCity UtilitiesCity of Fort WayneCity of New HavenDo it Best Corp.Don Ayres HondaFirst Federal BankFort Wayne-Allen County Airport AuthorityFort Wayne Community SchoolsFort Wayne Mad AntsFort Wayne MetalsFort Wayne NewspapersFort Wayne TinCapsFranklin ElectricGeneral Motors Fort Wayne AssemblyHeartland REMCIndiana Michigan PowerIndiana Tech

Ivy Tech Community CollegeKelley AutomotiveLake City BankLincoln Financial GroupLutheran Health NetworkMedPro GroupThe Model GroupNAI Hanning & BeanNIPSCOOld National BankOrtho NorthEast (ONE)PNC BankParkview Hospital - RandalliaParkview Total HealthPhysicians Health PlanPizza Hut of Fort Wayne, Inc.Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.Purdue University Fort WayneRothberg Logan & Warsco LLPRuoff Mortgage Co., Inc.STAR Financial BankSteel Dynamics, Inc.Sweetwater Sound, Inc.Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.Vera Bradley Designs, Inc.Weigand Construction Co., Inc.Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

For more information, contact Brenda Gerber Vincent at [email protected] or 260-420-6945.

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C H A M P I O N S O F C H A N G EThe annual Champions of Change Awards luncheon honors the extraordinary leaders in our community. Each year, the GFW Inc. Women’s Network presents the Champions of Change Awards to two individu-als from Allen County—one female and one male—who:

• Demonstrate an unwavering passion and commitment to our community.• Are role models making a difference in the lives of others.• Have made significant contributions that have inspired women to succeed.• Have made Allen County a better place to live, work, and play.

Date: April 23, 2020 Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m. Location: Grand Wayne Center Projected Attendance: 300 All sponsorships include a VIP table for eight (8) at the event, promoting your organization.

Diamond Sponsor: $5,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo name included on event page• Logo included with all event promotions• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Award Sponsor: $4,000• Logo/company name on awards• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner in monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Sapphire Sponsor: $3,000• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Emerald Sponsor: $2,000• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event

Table Sponsor: $1,000 • Recognition at event

Single Ticket: $50 investor / $65 future investor

For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

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A N N UA L M E E T I N GOur biggest event of the year, the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting celebrates the accomplishments of the year and looks toward a vibrant future in Allen County. Leadership Fort Wayne participants are honored as they complete their year-long program and GFW Fellows are introduced to the business community.

Date: June 11, 2020 Time: 5 – 8 p.m. Location: Clyde Theatre Projected Attendance: 600 All sponsorships include a VIP table for eight (8) at the event, promoting your organization (excludes Cocktail Table Sponsor).

Platinum Sponsor: $5,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo included on event page• Logo included with all event promotions• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Gold Sponsor: $4,000• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Silver Sponsor: $3,000• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Bronze Sponsor: $2,000• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Entertainment Sponsor: $1,500• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material• Verbal recognition at event

Photo Sponsor: $1,500• Provide the backdrop for our photobooth• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Verbal recognition at event

Table Sponsor: $1,000• Recognition at event

Cocktail Table Sponsor: $125• Admission for three (3) attendees • Company logo on cocktail table

Single Ticket: $35 investor / $50 future investor

For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

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G R E AT E R G O L F O P E NTee it up to build relationships and promote your business! If you’re looking for a creative way to reach Allen County executives, our tournament provides a unique opportunity for budgets of all sizes. Don’t miss your chance to take part!

Date: July 24, 2020 Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Foster Park Golf Course Projected Attendance: 200 All sponsors are invited to provide promotional items in the gift bags given to all attendees.

Platinum Sponsor: $5,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo included on event page• Logo included with all event promotions• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Golf Ball Sponsor: $4,000• Company logo on golf balls put in gift bags • Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Verbal recognition at event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Copy of attendee list after event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Lunch Sponsor: $3,000• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo displayed at lunch buffet• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Breakfast Sponsor: $3,000• Logo displayed at breakfast buffet• Logo on banner• Company name included on event page• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Beverage Cart Sponsor: $3,000• Drive a beverage cart delivering snacks and drinks to golfers• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Winning Team Sponsor: $3,000• Company logo on 12 awards • Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Skill Hole Sponsor: $1,000• Logo sign at the tee box• Company name included on event page• Sit at the hole and interact with golfers• Logo on award for skill hole• Verbal recognition at event

Hole Sponsor: $600• Logo sign at the tee box• Company name included on event page• Sit at the hole and interact with golfers• Verbal recognition at event

Foursome: $500 / Single Golfer: $150Ticket to awards luncheon and silent auction: $20

For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

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H O L I D AY N I G H TMix and mingle as we celebrate the season at the business community’s signature holiday gathering! Your brand can be part of the festivities as a crowd of hundreds enjoys an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and networking. Plus, we announce the winners of our Chairman’s Award, the Swagger Award, the Legislator of the Year Award, and the Small Business of the Year Award.

Date: December 10, 2020 Time: 5 – 8 p.m. Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 500 All sponsorships include a VIP table for eight (8) at the event, promoting your organization (excludes Cocktail Table Sponsor).

Presenting Sponsor: $10,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo/company name included on event page• Logo included with all event promotions• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Cranberry Chiller: $5,000• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Copy of attendee list after event• Banner ad in one monthly email• Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

Cup of Cheer: $3,000• Signage at bar • Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event• Social media post, with sponsor tagged

All the Trimmings: $2,000• Signage at food stations• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event

Entertainment Sponsor: $1,500• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Logo on printed material• Verbal recognition at event

Photo Sponsor: $1,500• Provide the backdrop for our photobooth• Logo displayed at event• Company name included on event page• Verbal recognition at event

Sugar Plum: $1,000• Logo/company name included on event page• Logo on printed material • Verbal recognition at event

Cocktail Table Sponsor: $200• Admission for two (2) attendees • Company logo on cocktail table

Single Ticket: $75 investor / $90 future investor

For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

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M E E T M E @ 5 : 0 5

A L L E N C O U N T Y L E A D E R S LU N C H E O N

Professionals flock to our Meet Me @ 5:05 networking events! Build brand awareness as attendees build professional connections. These after-work meetups are set in our community’s top venues.

Date: 3 times per year, 2020 dates TBD

Presenting Sponsor: $3,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo included on event page• Logo included with all event promotions• Verbal recognition at event• Banner ad in one monthly email

Presenting Sponsor: $2,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo included on event page• Premier reserved seating for eight (8)• Logo included with all event promotions• Verbal recognition at event• Banner ad in one monthly email

For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

For more information, contact Barry Schrock at [email protected] or 260-203-5756.

Supporting Sponsor: $1,000• Company name included on event page• Logo displayed at event• Verbal recognition at event

Single Ticket: $15 investor / $30 future investor

Supporting Sponsor: $1,000• Company name included on event page• Logo displayed at event• Premier seating for eight (8)• Verbal recognition at event

Single Ticket: $25 (investors only)

Put your company on the agenda as area CEOs and community leaders present what’s new and what’s next at these small, private gatherings.

Date: 3 times per year, 2020 dates TBD Projected Attendence: 30

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L E G I S L AT I V E E V E N TS

For more information, contact Melissa Beber at [email protected] or 260-203-5738.

Before each legislative session, we host a preview of the issues highlighted in our Legislative Agenda. In addition, northeast Indiana’s state legislators will be invited to speak about topics they plan to address in the upcoming legislative session.

Date: Dec. 3, 2019 (2020 Event Date: TBD) Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 130 All sponsorships include a VIP table for eight (8) at the event, promoting your organization.

L E G I S L AT I V E P R E V I E W

GFW Inc. hosts a mid-session Third House forum to update investors on key legislation that affects the business community. Northeast Indiana’s state legislators will report on their activity at the Statehouse.

Date: February 2020 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 130 All sponsorships include a VIP table for eight (8) at the event, promoting your organization.

T H I R D H O U S E F O R U M

At the end of each legislative session, we host a Legislative Wrap-Up to discuss the ups and downs of the past session. Attendees enjoy breakfast with our state legislators and learn how the General As-sembly’s decisions impact their business.

Date: March 2020 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Location: Parkview Mirro Center Projected Attendance: 130 All sponsorships include a VIP table for eight (8) at the event, promoting your organization.

L E G I S L AT I V E W R A P - U P

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L E G I S L AT I V E E V E N TS

Presenting Sponsor: $3,000• Speaking opportunity – welcome guests• Logo displayed at event• Logo included on event page• Logo included with all event promotions• Verbal recognition at event• Banner in GovConnect

Supporting Sponsor: $2,000 • Logo displayed at event• Verbal recognition at event

Table Sponsor: $500• Logo displayed at event• Verbal recognition at event

Single Ticket: $30 for GFW Inc. investors and Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana members

For more information, contact Melissa Beber at [email protected] or 260-203-5738.

Showcase your brand with Allen County’s most engaged business and community leaders. As members of the business community discuss important issues with elected officials, you can elevate your compa-ny’s profile among these high-impact individuals.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

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A D V O C A C Y P U B L I C AT I O N S

G O V C O N N E C T E - N E W S L E T T E R

L E G I S L AT I V E A G E N D AThis premier print piece provides investors and legislators a list of Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s broad poli-cy positions on local, state, and federal issues, and our key legislative priorities for the year. The agenda is shared directly with government officials, investors, and community leaders throughout the year.

The GovConnect weekly e-newsletter covers local, state, and federal news stories that matter to the business community. The e-newsletter is sent out every Friday to about 2,200 contacts which include GFW Inc. investor members, elected officials, and key community leaders.

One-Page Promotion: $5,000• Provide a one-page ad for the Legislative Agenda, distributed at all legislative events• Verbal recognition at Legislative Preview, Third House Forum, and Legislative Wrap-Up events• Company name included on all legislative event pages

Supporting Sponsor: $1,000 • Logo on the back page of the Legislative Agenda • Verbal recognition at Legislative Preview, Third House Forum, and Legislative Wrap-Up events• Company name included on all legislative event pages

GovConnect One-Week Banner: $500• 800x200 banner in GovConnect e-newsletter

GovConnect Five-Week Banner: $2,250• 800x200 banner in GovConnect e-newsletter

For more information, contact Melissa Beber at [email protected] or 260-203-5738.

NOTE: Terms and conditions apply to email banners. Please see page 17 for more information.

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L E A D E R S H I P F O RT WAY N EFor more than 35 years, Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW) has trained emerging leaders to embrace our community through civic engagement and leadership. The goal of this nine-month program is to train, prepare, connect, and inspire individuals to positively impact the community.

Length: 9 months Tuition: $1,800 for GFW Inc. investors / $2,000 for future investors

Leadership 2.0 is an advanced program that has been uniquely designed to build on Leadership Fort Wayne to teach core leadership concepts and skills. The three pillars of the program are “Lead Self, Lead Others, Lead the Organization.” With guidance from area leaders, participants discover their innate talents for excellence, and the tools and techniques to more confidently lead no matter where they are in an organization.

**Prerequisite – Participants must be graduates of Leadership Fort Wayne or the YLNI Leadership Institute to apply.

Program Day & Designated Seat Sponsorship: $4,900• Tuition and a guaranteed seat and for one company employee (the sponsor selects the candidate, and they bypass the LFW selection process)• Recognition during each program day on printed and electronic program materials• Opportunity to speak for 15 minutes at the start of one program day, and attend for the day• Sponsor recognition during LFW graduation proceedings at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting

Designated Seat Sponsorship: $3,900• Tuition and a guaranteed seat and for one company employee (the sponsor selects the candidate, and they bypass the LFW selection process)• Recognition during each program day on printed and electronic program materials • Sponsor recognition during the LFW graduation proceedings at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting

Program Day Sponsor: $2,100• Recognition during each program day on printed and electronic program materials• Opportunity to speak for 15 minutes at the start of one program day, and attend for the day• Sponsor recognition during the LFW graduation proceedings at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting

For more information, contact Barry Schrock at [email protected] or 260-203-5756.

L E A D E R S H I P 2 . 0

Length: 6 months Tuition: $1,600

Program Day Sponsor - $1,600• Recognition during each program day on printed and electronic program materials• Opportunity to speak for 15 minutes at the start of one program day and attend for the day• Sponsor recognition during the LFW graduation proceedings at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting

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G F W F E L L O W SThe GFW Fellows program connects high-potential college students with GFW Inc. investors who have a need and capacity for an intern. The program includes a 12-week project-based paid internship, sum-mer housing, personal and professional development workshops, community engagement activities, and social events designed to connect Fellows to the company and the community.

For more information, contact Barry Schrock at [email protected] or 260-203-5756.

GFW Inc.-Screened Fellow Sponsorship: $3,000 per intern• GFW Inc. recruits and selects the candidates, provides Selection Day process for Host Employers to inter-

view and select their Fellow• Recognition during each program day on printed and electronic program materials• Invitations to kickoff event, Fellows activities, and GFW Inc. Annual Meeting• Sponsor recognition during the LFW graduation proceedings at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting

Host Employer-Screened Fellow Sponsorship: $2,500 per intern• A guaranteed seat for one Fellow - the Host Employer selects the candidate and they bypass the

GFW Inc. selection process• Recognition during each program day on printed and electronic program materials• Invitations to kickoff event, Fellows activities, and GFW Inc. Annual Meeting• Sponsor recognition during the LFW graduation proceedings at the GFW Inc. Annual Meeting

Host Employer-Screened Fellow Sponsorship (same benefits as above, except housing): $1,200 per intern

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As we build a nationally recognized economy, there’s always more to learn. That’s why GFW Inc. organizes annual Inter-City Visits. Each year, 40-50 community leaders join us on Inter-City Visits to gain firsthand insights from America’s best-in-class communities. Attendees return with renewed enthusiasm and newfound ideas for improving Allen County. Several of our community’s bold projects originated—or were shaped—by Inter-City Visits.

Recent visits and focus areas include:• 2019 – Louisville, Ky.: Neighborhood development• 2018 – Greenville, S.C.: Downtown, riverfront development, and entrepreneurship• 2017 – Durham, N.C.: Electric Works revitalization

Inter-City Visit sponsors are recognized on invitations, on printed agendas during the trip, and on the event webpage. Additional sponsorships are available to help ensure inclusive participation.

Fall 2020Destination: TBDTotal Cost: Dependent on location

For more information, contact Dave Sholl at [email protected] or 260-203-5744.

I N T E R - C I T Y V I S I T

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A D D I T I O N A L E V E N TSThroughout the year, we host unique events including:

Luncheons with Legislators – Special listening sessions for legislators—particularly from the federal level—where business leaders can discuss pressing issues.

Opportunity Zone Breakfast – Expert presentations and a panel discussion about the federal Opportunity Zones program, designed to boost investment in underserved areas of Allen County.

State of Education Luncheon – Q&A session with superintendents from all four local school districts, addressing ways educators, business leaders, and elected officials can work together to create the workforce of the future.

Visionary Investor Tours – Exclusive sneak peeks for GFW Inc. investors, exploring the Allen County’s most anticipated bold projects—often before they open to the public.

For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

We are eager to explore grants that support GFW Inc. programs such as:

The Employing People with Disabilities Initiative – Creating a more inclusive workforce by educating business leaders, empowering job seekers, and connecting qualified applicants with ready-to-hire companies.

MadeByMe – Sparking students’ interest in 21st-century manufacturing and skilled-trades careers, alongside a coalition of business leaders, educators, and community members.

The GFW Inc. Women’s Network – Connecting, inspiring, and empowering women through a series of impactful events and programs.

Opportunity Fort Wayne – Welcoming new professionals—and their families—into the community with Hoosier hospitality, enhancing talent attraction and retention.

The GFW Inc. Bridge Program – Bridging the gap between startup and success by connecting entrepreneurs with Allen County’s established business community.

A D D I T I O N A L P R O G R A M S

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1 7For more information, contact Jenna Gunn at [email protected] or 260-203-5721.

M A R K E T I N G

Send your message directly to GFW Inc. investors’ inboxes—about 2,100 total recipients. The “Top Five” is an e-newsletter with the five items the business community needs to know each month. It includes the latest about GFW Inc., community headlines, the names of our newest investors, and the events to keep an eye out for.

Top Five One-Week Banner: $500Top Five Five-Week Banner: $2,250

T O P F I V E E - N E W S L E T T E R

Each month, we invite more than 4,400 contacts to the GFW Inc. events that bring the business com-munity together. Now, you can invite them to learn more about your business, too.

Upcoming Events One-Week Banner: $750Upcoming Events Five-Week Banner: $3,500

NOTE: Email banner artwork should be submitted as a .jpg or .png, at a size of 800 pixels wide, 200 pixels tall. Artwork will scale to fit various device sizes. Investors are responsible for providing artwork. Political messages, invitations to non-GFW Inc. events, and disparaging content will not be accepted. Additional restrictions apply.

U P C O M I N G E V E N TS E M A I L

When it comes to celebrating your biggest milestones, we’re the experts. After all, who else has giant scissors, miles of ribbon, and gold-plated shovels? We’re ready to showcase your company and make the biggest splash possible.

Event Coordination Services: $300 per event• Press release writing, editing, and distribution• Professional event photography• Sharing photos via our social media channels

R I B B O N - C U T T I N G A N D G R O U N D B R E A K I N G C E R E M O N I ES

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E V E N T AT T E N D E E R ES P O N S ESThis was my first time coming to this event, and I actually left feeling really good about Fort Wayne. Everyone in the city should experience the presentation. And the GFW Inc. staff (and I do mean everyone from GFW) is so talented and nice. I’m proud to have them representing this city.

I was very impressed with the overall organization of the event and it was helpful that all the Greater Fort Wayne representatives had orange shirts on so you could tell who they were.

All around, a great time to see friends and grow in excitement over what is happening in our community.

I really enjoyed how everyone was open to meeting you, and introducing themselves. This was my very first networking event.The experience was for sure one for the books.

Great content to share with investors and first-class venuewith great audio-visual!

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S N A P S H O TS

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2 0200 E. Main Street, Suite 800Fort Wayne, IN 46802 | 260 420-6945greaterfortwayneinc.com

About Greater Fort Wayne Inc. GFW Inc. is building a nationally recognized economy right here in Allen County, Indiana. We are the chamber of commerce and economic development engine for Fort Wayne and Allen County. We create the conditions that attract talent and capital. Give us a call to learn more or to sponsor GFW Inc. activities.