Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance

09/02/2026

Traci Lutton and Erin Williamson from the Alliance team participated in the [win]ED: Women in Economic Development conference this week in San Antonio, TX where they networked with peers, corporate location advisors, and industry experts. They heard insightful presentations on topics that included emerging industries, tax incentives, next generation projects, regulatory shifts, and best practices for business attraction and retention.

Thanks to Duke Energy for the grant that covered the cost of the conference and travel!

08/14/2026

211 IS NOW AVAILABLE IN DELAWARE COUNTY!

If you or someone you know needs help finding community resources, simply dial 2-1-1 to connect with trained specialists who can help identify available services and support.

211 can help connect individuals and families with resources including:
• Food and emergency assistance
• Transportation services
• Services for seniors and individuals with disabilities
• Disaster and emergency recovery assistance
• And many other local community services

During times of need, it can be difficult to know where to turn. 211 makes it easier to find the help and resources available in our community.

📞 Dial 211 for assistance.
Please share this information with anyone who may need help.

08/14/2026

If your business experienced damage from the recent weather, please take a moment to report it using Delaware County’s property damage report form. This information will help the County assess the impact and better understand the needs of our local business community.

*Filling out the form does not guarantee assistance.

Attention residents: To help us assess the extent of the storm damage in our area, please complete this brief property damage report form:
http://delawarecounty.in.gov/submitdamage

Your input is vital to our recovery efforts and to our reporting to State and Federal Agencies, who determine whether disaster funds will be made available. Note: Filling out the form does not guarantee assistance.

07/07/2026

🎉 Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our incredible Economic Development Alliance team!

We're proud to recognize several team members who have successfully completed prestigious professional development programs, further strengthening their knowledge, leadership, and commitment to serving Muncie-Delaware County.

Their dedication to continuous learning reflects our mission to support a thriving business community and create opportunities for growth across our region. We couldn't be prouder of their hard work and this well-deserved achievement!

By Katy Maggart— MUNCIE, IN—The Economic Development Alliance of Muncie-Delaware County is proud to recognize two team members for recently completing significant milestones in nationally recognized economic development training programs. Erin Williamson, Project Manager, recently completed her ...

07/06/2026

“Economic development is about creating opportunities. It’s helping local businesses grow, attracting new investment, preparing our community for the future, and ultimately improving the quality of life for everyone who calls Muncie-Delaware County home.” — Traci Lutton, VP of Economic Development

We are grateful for the opportunity to sit down with Jeff and talk about the exciting work happening in economic development across Muncie-Delaware County. From supporting local businesses to fostering future growth, there's a lot of positive momentum, and we proud to be part of it. Thanks, Jeff, for the conversation and the chance to share our story!

By Dr. Jeff Bird— MUNCIE, IN—This article will be my first of many forays into our local economy and economic development. Many similar practical and conceptual examples will follow. I met with two local leaders who play significant roles in local economic development. Jeff Howe is the r

06/11/2026

🚂 The Economic Development Alliance of Muncie-Delaware County is proud to have led the local effort to achieve Gold REDI (Ready for Economic Development Investment) Certification for a Norfolk Southern-served industrial site in South Muncie. This nationally recognized designation signals the site is prepared for large-scale industrial development and investment. The certification highlights the site's strong infrastructure, transportation access, workforce availability, and development readiness.

“In today’s competitive industrial market, speed and certainty drive location decisions,” said Traci Lutton, Vice President of Economic Development. “Achieving Gold certification mitigates risk, accelerates timelines, and positions Delaware County as a rail-served community ready for industrial investment.”

This achievement strengthens Muncie's position as a competitive destination for advanced manufacturing, logistics, food processing, and other industrial opportunities. With direct rail service, access to major transportation corridors, and a regional workforce of more than 1.4 million people within a 60-minute drive, the site is well-positioned to attract future jobs and investment.

Congratulations to the partners who helped make this designation possible and continue to advance economic growth in our community.

By Katie Byrd— MUNCIE, IN—A Norfolk Southern-served industrial site in Muncie, Indiana has earned Gold REDI Site certification, positioning the site to attract future investment and jobs to the region. Indiana has the highest concentration of manufacturing employment on a per capita basis, twi

05/19/2026

We were proud to attend the nation’s premier event focused on attracting foreign direct investment and fostering economic growth across the United States. Hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce and SelectUSA, the summit brought together thousands of business leaders, investors, and economic development organizations from around the world to explore opportunities for collaboration and investment.

Throughout the summit, we had the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, participate in discussions on innovation and economic development, and showcase the strengths and opportunities our community has to offer. Events like this are invaluable for building relationships, gaining insight into global investment trends, and positioning our region for future growth.

We’re excited to bring back valuable insights and connections that will help support continued growth and investment in our community!

05/13/2026

Congratulations to our very own Gina Caravaglia on completing the Indiana Economic Development Course through Ball State University’s Indiana Communities Institute! This International Economic Development Council (IEDC) accredited course serves as a foundational step toward the Certified Economic Developer (CEeD) designation.

The course spans the full scope of economic development practice, from business retention and expansion to site selection, workforce development and more. All areas are central to the work we do for the Muncie-Delaware County community every day.

05/04/2026

We’re honored to be recognized by International Economic Development Council as one of the few organizations maintaining Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) status for 25+ years. This milestone reflects our long-standing commitment to excellence, accountability, and delivering real results for the Muncie-Delaware County community!

As IEDC commemorates its 100th anniversary, this year also marks the 30th anniversary of IEDC's Accredited Economic Development Organization program.

🎉 Please join us in celebrating the EDOs that have maintained this gold-standard accreditation for 25 years or more, demonstrating a long-term commitment to excellence and high performance.

✅ Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance
✅ Huntington Area Development Council-HADCO
✅ Tyler Economic Development Council
✅ Laredo Edc
✅ Beacon Council

Learn how your organization can join the ranks of these exemplary EDOs: https://www.iedconline.org/pages/aedo/

04/21/2026

The Alliance team had a great BRE visit with Clearline USA last week! They're turning recycled tires into durable parking blocks that last for years. We love seeing the innovative work happening right here in our community!