Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation

04/30/2026

Last Saturday our Executive VP Vanessa Lynch had the opportunity to judge Starke County Economic Development Foundation, Inc's 2026 Starke Tank! What an great event highlighting local businesses striving to improve their communities.

04/27/2026

Last Friday was a beautiful day for a groundbreaking! It was an inspiring afternoon hearing about the future of inclusivity. We are so excited to welcome the Sunshine Community Center Network! 🌞

04/24/2026

📣Calling small businesses 📣

Check out this exciting expo for innovators to get their ideas out there and make new connections!

04/07/2026

We're so excited to share this project with you!

The Grand Gardner Hotel is expected to be mostly completed by April, and after a few more weeks of fine-tuning, the building is set to open by the middle of May.

Just over two years ago, Valparaiso made a commitment to bring a historic landmark in the community back to life when it started construction on its Grand Gardner Hotel. Built originally in 1899 as a schoolhouse in the heart of Valparaiso, the property has been restored to inspire moments of deep re...

01/07/2026

A big thank-you to Josh for the tour at Bailly Homestead! Berglund Construction has done phenomenal structural work to preserve this historical landmark for many more generations to come. We look forward to seeing the completed project!

08/22/2025

The Regional Development Company can help your business expansion dreams come true!

07/17/2025

At the core of Valpo’s growth is a whole lot of heart. The Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation thrives thanks to dedicated volunteers who lead with purpose and put our community first.

Behind Valparaiso’s thriving economy is a dedicated team of community volunteers working to ensure that growth benefits everyone. The Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) stands as a model of community-first leadership, where local professionals donate their time and expertise to bui...

07/10/2025

Valpo Parks announced today the official release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Valpo REC project, an initiative to develop a new, indoor recreation and enrichment campus in Valparaiso.  This facility is intended to occupy approximately 130,00 square feet within an available 163,000 squar...

07/08/2025

We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow!

05/21/2025

We got a sneak peek inside the Grand Gardner Hotel! From historic charm to modern touches, this space is going to be a true destination in downtown Valparaiso!

Thank you to Tonn and Blank Construction for coordinating the tour!

03/05/2025

A great collaboration!

Valpo Parks has long been the heart of Valparaiso, offering over 750 acres and 22 facilities where residents can relax, play, and connect. Understanding that parks improve lives and drive an economy, the Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) has long worked with Valpo Parks to create...