IEDC grant will help D!NG in its mission to connect entrepreneurs and small businesses to opportunities and partnerships within the Midwest defense ecosystem
(Odon, IN October 30, 2023) – The Defense Innovation Networking Group (D!NG) is proud to be the recipient of a $40,000 grant from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) to hold a series of informative, defense-related gatherings in the Uplands region.
The Defense Innovation Rural Roadshow in Indiana Uplands will focus on sharing opportunities, practical insights and best practices to help local businesses enter the defense ecosystem.
“Indiana has been recognized as the best state in the U.S. to start a business, and we’re leaning in even further to ensure that all Hoosiers have equal access and opportunity in their entrepreneurial journey,” said Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg in an IEDC press release announcing the grant awardees.
D!NG is one of 16 entities receiving a portion of the $500,000 in grant awards to accelerate entrepreneurial activity and resources statewide through a pilot of the IEDC’s new Community Collaboration Fund (CCF).Partnering with D!NG are six regional Entrepreneurship Service Organizations (ESO):
Martin County Alliance for Strategic Growth
Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce
Jasper Chamber of Commerce
Crawford County Economic Development Corporation
Orange County Economic Development Partnership
Regional Opportunity Initiatives
D!NG was established in 2023 to serve as a catalyst for connection and collaboration between existing defense organizations in the Midwest and beyond. It was created to underpin the ultimate mission of innovation for the warfighter.
“We’re excited and proud to receive this grant,” said Greg Sapp, D!NG advisory board member. “It validates the work we’ve done and is a testament to the small businesses that need assistance connecting to the local defense ecosystem.”
“These funds will allow us to continue doing what we do best; reaching out and connecting to small businesses in the Uplands region and ensuring that they have the resources needed to be successful,” said Heath Mu
rray, D!NG advisory board member.
Details of the The Defense Innovation Rural Roadshow in Indiana Uplands will be posted on the D!NG website and LinkedIn page.
Media POC:
Heath Murray
812-381-0312
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About D!NG: The Defense Innovation Networking Group is a catalyst for connection and collaboration between existing defense organizations in the Midwest and beyond. It was created to underpin the ultimate mission of innovation for the warfighter and will act as a force multiplier, supporting all organizations that do the same. D!NG hosts a variety of fun and "purposeful collision" events with the federal government, large contractors, non-traditional businesses, academics, elected officials, and venture capitalists to spark innovation and focus on growing entrepreneurship and economic development at a regional level.
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