The Indiana Small Business Development Center (Indiana SBDC), which is housed within the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, helps small businesses start, grow, finance, innovate, and transition through no-cost, confidential business advising and training. The Indiana SBDC was established in 1985 with funding support from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the State of Indiana and […]
Unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Damian Porcari, Regional Director of the Elijah J. McCoy Midwest Regional United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. Join him in […]
You don’t want to miss this awesome workshop for small business owners. Thursday, June 22nd from 9:00 – 11:00 am. Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 21st at 8:00 am Training Topics: Launching Your Own Business Description: This workshop is your first step towards small business ownership success. Every successful business is built on a solid foundation. […]
We are excited to announce that sponsorship opportunities are now available for Entrepreneur Showcase Week 2023, hosted by the Innovation Connector! This highly anticipated event celebrates and empowers entrepreneurship as well as innovation and the spirit of creativity. We are thrilled to have secured our title sponsor. Their generous support and commitment to fostering entrepreneurship […]
Join Jennifer Stanley for Enneagram 101 5-Week Course This class aims to equip you with powerful questions that will help you live and lead with authenticity, humility, and balance Virtual: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm In-Person: 6:30 – 8:00 pm May 17, 2023 May 24, 2023 May 31, 2023 June 7, 2023 June 14, 2023 […]
Need summer plans for the kids? Innovation Connector and Techwise Academy have a list of fun, immersive, educational, and hands-on summer program opportunities for middle and elementary school students this summer at the Innovation Connector! Explore our classes and see which ones are best for your child(ren). Click here to learn more!
School-Based Behavior Consultation (SBBC) focuses on skill development & challenging behavior reduction for student success! SBBC provides Home & School-Based ABA therapy for ages 2-18+, Early Learners ABA Center for ages 2-6, School Readiness Center for ages 2-18+, and Comprehensive Behavior Support through Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation for adolescents, young adults, and beyond. SBBC is committed […]
Natalie Smith has been working for the Innovation Connector for a year now! She is the Program and Events Coordinator here. Natalie is a 2022 graduate of Ball State University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Event Management. She has ample experience in event planning working at multiple local venues. She […]
MARCH 24, 2023 By Ted A. Baker, CEO/Executive Director, Muncie Innovation Connector, Inc.— MUNCIE, IN—Starting or growing a business is not easy. If you have been involved at any level of business ownership, you know this. Throughout my life, I have started several businesses and worked hard to see them grow. I know firsthand the […]