I-74 Business Corridor Members Participate in Global Entrepreneurship Congress Indiana 2025

Leaders from the I-74 Business Corridor recently joined thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem builders from around the world at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) Indiana 2025, held in Indianapolis.

I-74 Business Corridor members One Dearborn, Greensburg/Decatur County Economic Development Corporation each attended the global event alongside regional and state partners, representing southeastern Indiana’s growing commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation, and talent development. Other I-74 Business Corridor entrepreneurship support organizations including the Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce and Genesis Pathways to Success attended as well.

Hosted by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and the Global Entrepreneurship Network, GEC Indiana 2025 marked only the second time the United States has hosted the prestigious international convening. With nearly 150 countries represented, the conference explored how bold ideas—from AI-powered innovation to grassroots small-business support—can drive inclusive economic growth under the theme “The Bold Change the World.”

Attendees heard from national and global leaders including Mike Braun and Mark Cuban, while engaging in conversations focused on building strong, resilient entrepreneurship ecosystems—particularly in rural and regional communities like those along the I-74 corridor.

The I-74 Business Corridor recognizes and thanks Duke Energy Indiana for its continued support through the Partnership Program, which allowed I-74 Business Corridor to feature as a Booster Sponsor of GEC Indiana 2025. Duke Energy Indiana’s partnership helps ensure the I-74 Business Corridor can connect local communities to global ideas, resources, and best practices that strengthen economic opportunity across the region.

Participation in GEC Indiana 2025 reinforces the I-74 Business Corridor’s mission to collaborate across county lines, elevate entrepreneurship, and position Southeast Indiana as a competitive, connected place for businesses and innovators to start, grow, and thrive.

For more information about the I-74 Business Corridor, visit www.i74biz.com.