Blackford County Economic Development Corporation

05/12/2026

A great opportunity for some of our local small businesses to be recognized

05/06/2026

Well that's a wrap on the 2026 Blackford County Leadership Challenge!! Thanks to the Shafer Leadership Academy and especially to Mitch, our facilitator, for such great inspiration and guidance!! We can't wait to see what this group of folks does in Blackford County!!

04/27/2026

04/24/2026

Thinking of starting a business? Here’s a chance for some great information!

The next "Guide to Starting a Business Workshop" is coming up May 13. Find details in the comments!

04/17/2026

I have personally taken this class and it is AMAZING!! Kari is one of the best instructors I’ve ever had. She makes it really fun and a great learning environment for a subject that can be very intimidating and confusing.

Reserve your spot in this FREE training class before it fills up!!

04/13/2026

Another great (and FREE) training opportunity!

04/09/2026

This event is starting next week but it’s not too late to sign up!! If you’ve never experienced training with Shafer Leadership Academy, you do NOT want to miss this one!! This is not just work-related, but also applies in your personal life and your community!!

Here's a great opportunity to learn some new leadership skills or sharpen the ones you already have.

Business owners, plant managers, supervisors- do you have someone in your organization that could use this training?

Call Blackford County Economic Development at 765.348.4944 or email [email protected] for more information. Don't delay! Seats will fill up fast for this one! Open to anyone in Blackford County.

04/07/2026

Please share!! This event is happening THIS Thursday!!

04/06/2026

Get registered today!! Seats are going quickly and you will NOT want to miss this!