Advocacy

ADVOCACY

Mission Statement

Crossroads Northwest Indiana’s Chamber collaborates with government representatives to enhance the business environment enabling continued economic growth of its members. We inform the business community about regional and legislative challenges and policymakers on the impacts of legislation on our members.

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Research and Education

Enhance Your Business Skills with SCORE’s Workshops

Don't miss these free small business workshops from the SCORE Central region, led by experts on key topics. Register today to enhance your expertise and skills

See How Small Businesses Have Taken Advantage of AI

Nearly all small businesses are using AI tools, according to the latest edition of the U.S. Chamber report, Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology

Work and Learn Indiana

Use the free Work and Learn Indiana site to recruit interns and receive intern wage reimbursement through EARN Indiana.

Worker’s Compensation Handbook

To assist Hoosier employers in understanding the wide array of worker’s compensation issues, the Indiana Chamber published the Worker’s Compensation Handbook.

Regional Policies and Funding

Navigating the New Tax Law: What Small Businesses Need to Know

The U.S. Chamber's guide shows you how to apply these provisions to your business, meaning thousands of dollars in savings.

Unlock Cash Incentives for Energy Efficiency Upgrades

NIPSCO's Energy Efficiency Programs offer businesses opportunities to reduce operational costs, enhance long-term sustainability, and improve overall efficiency

Industrial Development Grant Fund

The Industrial Grant Fund (IDGF) offers aid to municipalities and eligible entities for off-site infrastructure improvements by establishing project milestones

EDGE Payroll Tax Credit

The Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) Tax Credit provides an incentive to businesses to support jobs creation, capital investment and to improve

READI 2.0 Funding Announced

Governor Holcomb recently announced plans to award new funding through the Indiana Regional Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI).

Business Development

10 Ways Communities, Businesses and Families Can Improve Resilience

How to navigate and prepare for the rising costs and severity of natural disasters.

ISBDC

The Indiana Small Business Development Center helps small businesses with no-cost, confidential business advising and training.

Your Membership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce offers small business owners of our chamber a complimentary membership with their Federation Partnership Program.