Innovation Connector Launches Two Signature Programs to Support the Greater Muncie Business Community
At the Innovation Connector, innovation isn’t just part of our name—it’s at the heart of everything we do. For more than two decades, we’ve remained committed to one guiding question:
“What creative solutions can we discover to make real and meaningful differences in our local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystem?”
By engaging with hundreds of local businesses and entrepreneurs each year, we stay attuned to current needs and identify critical gaps within the small business landscape. In response to these insights, we are excited to announce the launch of two new initiatives designed to serve and strengthen the business community in Muncie and East Central Indiana:
The AI Business Learning Connector
As a regional business development and support leader, the Innovation Connector is proud to introduce the AI Business Learning Connector. This innovative program merges artificial intelligence with personalized business coaching and consulting. This initiative is designed to equip business owners with the skills to integrate AI into their operations and drive measurable growth successfully.
A structured, five-part curriculum provides comprehensive and practical training in AI tools and strategies relevant to small and growing businesses. The AI Business Learning Connector offers three distinct engagement options:
- Option 1: Group Training Sessions
Ideal for those new to AI, these sessions introduce key concepts and practical applications in a collaborative setting. - Option 2: One-on-One Coaching
Personalized consulting tailored specifically to your business, offering hands-on, focused support based on your unique needs and goals. - Option 3: Customized Team Training
Tailored programs for your internal teams or departments, focusing on AI applications that enhance your company’s specific functions and priorities.
All program options are fee-based. For details or to determine the best option for your business, please contact Ted Baker at tbaker@innovationconnector.com or call 765-216-5955.
Muncie Regional Mentorship Hub (MRMH)
Launching July 2025 – In partnership with the City of Muncie
Recognizing the need for accessible and structured mentorship, the Innovation Connector and the City of Muncie are launching the Muncie Regional Mentorship Hub (MRMH). This initiative addresses a key service gap by connecting aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners with experienced mentors who can offer practical guidance, encouragement, and access to valuable networks.
The MRMH will also serve as a regional resource platform, linking Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) across East Central Indiana. The hub will foster shared learning, program coordination, and cross-county mentor engagement by facilitating collaboration across county lines- a long-standing challenge in our region.
If you’re interested in becoming a mentor or mentee, please contact Natalie Smith at nsmith@innovationconnector.com or call 765-216-5900.
These programs reaffirm the Innovation Connector’s mission to empower entrepreneurs and accelerate business success throughout the region.
And one final note:
Mark your calendars for Business Showcase Week 2025, November 17–22, as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week. This event promises to be the largest and most impactful celebration of entrepreneurship in the U.S.—perhaps even the world. Stay tuned for more information coming soon.
