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09/04/2026

: Recap of this week’s posts of Miami county Indiana.

Please join us in welcoming Michael Johnson as the newest Business Advisor for the Hoosier Heartland Small Business Deve...
09/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming Michael Johnson as the newest Business Advisor for the Hoosier Heartland Small Business Development Center!

Michael brings a unique blend of experience in healthcare management, multi-unit business operations, entrepreneurship support, and a recent Purdue University Economics degree. His passion for problem-solving and helping organizations overcome challenges makes him a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and small business owners across the region.

We're excited to have Michael on the team as he works to support business growth, connect clients with valuable resources, and help strengthen the Hoosier Heartland business community.

Learn more about Michael at: https://pcrd.purdue.edu/hoosier-heartland-sbdc-welcomes-michael-johnson/

: The Miami county museum was founded in 1916 and has approximately 150,000 objects. The Historical Society worked with...
09/02/2026

: The Miami county museum was founded in 1916 and has approximately 150,000 objects. The Historical Society worked with the Miami County government to establish the Miami County Museum. The museum is known as one of the larger "small" museums in the country.

Source:
https://miamicountymuseum.org/
Image - tripadvisor

The University Economic Development Association (UEDA) Summit pre-summit webinar series is underway. Purdue University C...
09/02/2026

The University Economic Development Association (UEDA) Summit pre-summit webinar series is underway. Purdue University Center for Regional Development recently presented Competitiveness in the United States: An Industry, Knowledge, and Skills Clusters Framework, showcasing new tools developed through a U.S. Economic Development Administration-funded project.

Participants explored how industry, knowledge, and skills cluster frameworks can help communities identify regional strengths, workforce needs, and opportunities for growth. With metrics covering more than 400 Economic Development Districts, the session offered valuable insights for regional economic development practitioners.

Watch the full webinar at: https://www.universityeda.org/events/2026-pre-summit-webinar-featuring-purdue-university/

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09/01/2026

: Cole Albert Porter, born on June 9th, 1891, was a composer and songwriter. His songs are popular for their witty lyrics, and many of his songs became successful on Broadway and in Hollywood films.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cole_Porter

: PCRD is proud to share the completion of the EDA-funded Updating Industrial Clusters Project. This national initiativ...
09/01/2026

: PCRD is proud to share the completion of the EDA-funded Updating Industrial Clusters Project.

This national initiative modernized U.S. industry cluster definitions that had not been updated in nearly two decades and developed new occupation cluster frameworks based on both knowledge and skills. Supported by expert interviews, extensive research, practitioner feedback, and collaboration with Economic Development Districts (EDDs), the project resulted in powerful new resources for regional economic development.

Explore the Regional Clusters platform to access:

✅ Updated industry and occupation cluster definitions
✅ Interactive economic competitiveness dashboards
✅ GIS mapping tools for U.S. EDDs
✅ Technical reports, user guides, and FAQs

🌐 https://regionalclusters.com
📧 [email protected]
Link to Defining Economic Clusters in the United States: Insights from Industry, Skills-based Occupation, and Knowledge-based Occupation Cluster Analyses:https://pcrd.purdue.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/EDA-Clusters-FINAL-Report-080726.pdf

Thank you to the U.S. Economic Development Administration, NADO, Lightcast, participating experts, practitioners, and EDD partners who made this work possible.


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: Located in North-Central Indiana along the Wabash River, Miami County is a region defined by its rich Native American...
08/31/2026

: Located in North-Central Indiana along the Wabash River, Miami County is a region defined by its rich Native American heritage, pioneer history, musical icons, and scenic landscapes.

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