From highlighting growing communities to celebrating new projects to fun networking events, we've captured a lot of positive movement in the business realm throughout La Porte County in 2024.
Cities welcomed new businesses while continuing to further local staples, companies reflected on the past year's work while planning ahead, services were expanded to enhance the quality of living throughout the area, locals discussed what they think makes La Porte County a great place to live and work, and so much more!
In no particular order, take a look at the top 10 business articles featuring great news in La Porte County from 2024!
Surf Internet and KVREMC Host High-Speed Internet Advocacy Workshop for La Porte County
On Thursday, February 22, residents of La Porte County joined together at the Kankakee Valley Rural Electric Membership Corporation (KVREMC) in Wanatah to take a step forward in bringing high-speed broadband internet to their homes. The event, hosted by KVREMC and Surf Internet, aimed to educate residents about the opportunities offered by the Indiana Connectivity Program (ICP) and guide them through the application process.
CompressAir offers compressed air system solutions to keep business powered in the most reliable and efficient ways
For decades, CompressAir has offered their expertise to customers in Northern IN and Northeast IL. Providing the most efficient products and technical service in the area – helping countless businesses make use of the invaluable fourth utility: compressed air. The family owned and operated company provides compressor service across our territory.
Based out of two locations, one in La Porte and one in Elkhart, CompressAir can better serve their customers. CompressAir’s inventory is stocked with the latest machines from Sullair, an innovative manufacturer founded in Michigan City that now operates around the globe, and a crew of expert service technicians provide quality service around the clock.
City of La Porte Common Council passes resolution that facilitates historic partnership between Microsoft and LEAP
On the sunny evening of June 3, the City of La Porte Common Council assembled in the council chambers of La Porte City Hall for a truly monumental session. Bert Cook, executive director of the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP), brought before the council a resolution that will facilitate Microsoft’s construction of a $1 billion data center campus in La Porte. A data center stores servers and powerful computers that support a wide range of web services and applications. Representatives from LEAP and Microsoft were in attendance, and community members filled the council chambers to capacity. Cook views this partnership with Microsoft to be the most recent in a series of successes for La Porte.
American RENOLIT Corporation celebrates 25th anniversary in La Porte County
It’s a day to rejoice for American RENOLIT Corporation (ARC). Members of the ARC team gathered together to celebrate the company’s 25th anniversary of serving La Porte County on Tuesday, June 11.
Introducing Facet Architecture, delivering client-focused commercial design solutions
In one of its first major introductory events, Facet Architecture invited clients, colleagues, and the community to celebrate its finished space and learn more about the company at a recent open house event.
Emerging from a vision by Larson-Danielson's leadership, Facet Architecture was established to fulfill the need for an independent, full-service design firm within the century-old construction company.
Tom Kunst and Eric Bachle of UnitedHealthcare work to improve access to quality, affordable care for people in Northern Indiana
Running a nationwide health care organization serving more than 51 million people and contracting with over 7,000 hospitals and care facilities takes coordination and manpower, which is why UnitedHealthcare has put leaders in place to manage different states and regions across the country.
While Tom Kunst is the CEO for UnitedHealthcare of Illinois, he also oversees the organization’s operations in Lake, Porter, and La Porte Counties in Indiana. At the same time, Eric Bachle serves as Executive Vice President for UnitedHealthcare of Indiana and Kentucky, managing the remaining counties in Northern Indiana.
AJ Portable Buildings offers structures for every need
AJ Portable Buildings has been servicing the Midwest’s custom-design building needs since 1983, offering storage sheds, garages and more. With custom craftsmanship and generous warranties, AJ’s invites customers from the Region, eastern Illinois, and southwest Michigan to purchase its products. Owner Pat Dykes has the potential to craft anything you might need and encourages folks to invest in structures that will protect their belongings.
NIPSCO invests in Northern Indiana’s energy infrastructure
As electric and gas needs continue to rise, Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) is doing everything it can to be ahead of the curve. In fact, the region's leading energy provider is stepping up its commitment to reliable and safe energy with significant investments planned for 2024.
NIPSCO recently announced investment projects totaling up to $2.1 billion for both gas and electric systems. Looking ahead, this ongoing modernization plan was originally launched in 2014 to ensure long-term service reliability for NIPSCO’s nearly 1.4 million customers across 30 Indiana counties.
First Trust Credit Union cultivates culture of trust to empower members
With finances impacting nearly every facet of life, finding someone to trust with those finances takes thorough consideration. Finding a financial organization that cares about your needs and goals is a crucial element in deciding who to entrust with your money. First Trust Credit Union Marketing Director Dorene Martinson shared that this is why credit unions take a people-first approach to finance.
McColly Real Estate Celebrates New La Porte Office with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
McColly Real Estate invited members of the community to celebrate the grand opening of its new La Porte office on Tuesday, August 27. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, complemented by a variety of refreshments for guests inside the office.