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Stronger Together: Quiet Work, Real Results
Jan 13 2026Over the past year, the Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has been building more than a calendar of meetings and programs. We have been building capacity, trust, and a stronger platform for Monroe County’s future.This year, we added 11 new BEDC members and expanded engagement to more than 300 individuals...
Not Just Another Game, A Stronger Community
Jan 6 2026A university town is always more than a campus. It is a talent engine, a research lab, a cultural district, a startup launchpad, and a quality-of-life magnet. When that town also has a winning football team, something magical happens: national visibility, high-energy weekends, and a shared pride that spills beyond...
A new year invites reflection and resolve. As Monroe County enters 2026, we do so with momentum and a clear understanding of what it takes to compete in a rapidly changing economy. Looking into the rearview mirror of 2025, hindsight offers perspective that sharpens our focus and guides the choices...
By Jennifer Pearl and Stacie MarottaBloomington, Ellettsville, and Monroe County are known for big ideas, creativity, and an exceptional quality of life. But those strengths alone won’t win the next major investment. To compete, we must work together—turning barriers into opportunities and making it easy and rewarding to build here.Communities...
Bloomington, IN – The Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has announced that since 2020, Monroe County has seen commitments of more than $1 billion in capital investment and over 900 new jobs created through eleven BEDC-supported projects. These commitments are not just statistics—they represent higher wages for residents, new opportunities...
As seen in the Herald Times 9/1/2025By Jennifer Pearl and Stacie Marotta, Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC)This month, the Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) celebrates 40 years of advancing economic vitality across Monroe County, Bloomington, and Ellettsville. Since 1985, our work has been about more than announcements and headlines. It...
