PROGRAMS

Our programs and initiatives offer business support and expertise to companies that are investing and creating jobs in Indiana. We’re working to improve our quality of place, infrastructure, available development sites and regulatory assistance to build economic strength and opportunity that grows and attracts new business and talent.

From decreasing permitting time, to streamlining application processes, pre-certifying shovel-ready sites and increasing access to training and skills, we’re focused on creating new high-wage, high-skill opportunities for the next generation of Hoosiers. We place special emphasis on the automotive, life sciences, energy, and national security industry sectors, and support companies involved in advanced manufacturing, logistics, information technology and research and development.

Indiana also provides financial assistance to qualified high-tech firms and small businesses and offers a variety of programs to support new business start-ups and business expansion and growth.

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Broadband Ready Communities Program

Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E)

Strengthen, retain and grow your business in Indiana with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC)

Capital Access Program (CAP)

The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 (the “Act”) was signed into law on September 27, 2010. The Act created the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) to provide direct support to states for use in programs designed to increase access to credit for small businesses.

Century and Half Century Awards

The Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards honor Indiana businesses that have remained in operation for at least 100 or 50 years and have demonstrated a history of community service. This year's deadline is March 31, 2021.

Certified Technology Parks

The Certified Technology Parks program was created as a tool to support the attraction and growth of high-technology business in Indiana and promote technology transfer opportunities. Designation as a Certified Tech Park allows for the local recapture of certain state and local tax revenue which ...

Compliance Technical Assistance Program

The Compliance Technical Assistance Program (CTAP) is your one-stop shop for environmental regulatory compliance needs. Staff with experience in all environmental programs are ready to provide technical and confidential compliance assistance on a wide array of environmental topics.

Economic Activity Stabilization and Enhancement (EASE)

The Economic Activity Stabilization and Enhancement (EASE) program, launched in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, is designed to support long-term growth in the manufacturing industry by supporting technology and operational advancements.

Electric Vehicle Product Commission

Emerging Manufacturing Collaborative Center (EMC2)

Emerging Manufacturing Collaborative Center (EMC2) is part of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation's $10 million EASE initiative designed to stimulate manufacturing investments that will position Hoosier operations, and the sector overall, for future growth and prosperity.

InApex

The Indiana Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) is a collaborative partnership between the federal Defense Logistics Agency and the IEDC; the program is a key component in the state’s $1 Billion initiative to further Hoosier innovation and entrepreneurship. PTAC assists Indiana compani...

Indiana Opportunity Zones

There has never been a better time to invest in Indiana. With the designation of 156 new Opportunity Zones and ranking #1 in the Midwest and #5 in the nation on Chief Executive’s “Best States for Business” list, big things are happening and we want you to be a part of it.

Indiana READI

Indiana State Trade and Export Promotion (IN-STEP)

The Indiana State Trade and Export Promotion (IN-STEP) program assists Indiana small businesses in developing and expanding export-related activities, opening up new markets for Hoosier-made goods around the world.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Indiana is leading the charge to develop innovations that are changing the way the world works. Based right here in Indiana, entrepreneurs are transforming their industries, in turn creating great new jobs for highly-skilled Hoosiers across the state.

Innovation Development Districts

ISBDC

The Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) is a collaborative partnership between the Small Business Administration (SBA), the IEDC, and the host institutions who support the ISBDC’s ten regional offices. Each regional office offers individualized business consulting services, educatio...

Next Level Roads

Next Level Roads is Governor Eric J. Holcomb’s initiative to elevate Indiana’s economic competitiveness and quality of life for all Hoosiers through investment in transportation infrastructure.

Regulatory Affairs

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s regulatory affairs division assists in the process of obtaining the permits and approvals necessary for a business operation. Members of the regulatory affairs staff serve as liaisons between companies, communities, local economic development organiz...

Site Certified Program

The Indiana Site Certified program certifies sites that are ready for economic development. Communities of any size may apply for the designation through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA).

State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)

Tax-Exempt Bond Program

The Indiana Finance Authority (IFA) is authorized to issue tax-exempt bonds, which lower the cost of financing for manufacturing projects, health care facilities, private institutions of higher education and certain other qualified projects.

Urban Enterprise Zones

The Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) program was established under Ind. Code 5-28-15 to promote investment and increased economic activity in some of the most distressed urban areas around the state.