Bloomington, IN: Bold Innovators Wanted
Monroe County, Bloomington, and Ellettsville are known as the Gateway to the Scenic Midwest. Part of a unique tech and semiconductor corridor, we have a reputation for being a regional epicenter for innovation. Strategically located one hour from Indianapolis, four hours from Chicago, Cincinnati, and Nashville, and a day’s drive to 80 percent of the US population, this community has plenty of shovel-ready land, industrial, and office space available.
Bloomington, the County Seat, is home to Indiana University, a tier 1 research institution that draws 45,000 students annually, and Ivy Tech, an expert in workforce training. Together, they are developing an ever-renewing, highly-educated workforce. Major industries include Life Sciences, Technology, Defense, Advanced Manufacturing, Microelectronics, and Semiconductors. The Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) is dedicated to leveraging expertise, incentives, and resources to support the success of startups and businesses expanding in the community. In addition to business and educational opportunities, this vibrant community offers an exceptional quality of life with over 350 restaurants and microbreweries, nightlife, museums, cultural events, outdoor recreation, and breathtaking scenery in all four seasons.