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The Atrium in downtown Fort Wayne hosts events for entrepreneurs.

The Atrium in downtown Fort Wayne hosts events for entrepreneurs. Courtesy

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Fort Wayne native Son Ngo brought the franchise Bambu to his hometown from his former residence in San Jose, Calif.

This dessert shop is bringing a made-to-order Vietnamese specialty to Fort Wayne

Olivia SchoephWednesday, January 13, 2021

Ruiz poses with her favorite kitchen tool: The industrial steamers at the Community Harvest Food Bank's shared kitchen.

Like authentic Mexican food? Then you’re going to love this new small business in Fort Wayne

Kara HackettWednesday, January 13, 2021

Esther Andrews, a Millennial fashion entrepreneur based in Fort Wayne, is the visionary behind Esther Andrews Bridal, a forthcoming line of sustainable winter knitwear for brides.

Meet the Fort Wayne-based fashion designer knitting her own path in the bridal industry

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, January 6, 2021

Fort Wayne artist Theoplis Smith III, the owner of Phresh Laundry, right, poses with Ohio Congresswoman Marcia Fudge.

Q&A with Fort Wayne artist Phresh Laundry on his work earning national attention and his future

Tabitha Ervin of Fort Wayne Ink SpotWednesday, January 6, 2021

Michael Bartkiewicz and his partner Henry DuRocher, formerly of New York City, give us a tour of their urban loft on The Landing.

Input Home Tours: Former New Yorkers share their eclectic urban loft on The Landing in Fort Wayne

Kara HackettWednesday, January 6, 2021

Just Neighbors purchased the former Bird + Cleaver food truck for use by street teams fostering connections with homeless residents, like Common Ground Outreach.

How are homelessness and small business support connected? Ask this hyper-local organization

Kara HackettWednesday, January 6, 2021

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#PlacesofNEI: Junk Ditch Brewing Co., making everything from scratch

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, December 23, 2020

Julie Sanchez, left, coaches potential entrepreneurs at The NIIC.

Could you start a business? This Northeast Indiana program breaks barriers to entrepreneurship

Kara HackettWednesday, December 16, 2020

Julie Wall, Owner of The Hedge, is crafting fun ways to help Fort Wayne beat the boredom this winter.

Seeking fun in Fort Wayne this winter? A local shop is offering craft kits for adults and kids

Christina WynnWednesday, December 16, 2020

Doulas with Journey Birth and Wellness, serving immigrant and refugee populations in Fort Wayne. From left, row 2, are Lahmay Moo, Sue Heckley, Jaquanda Capers, Lucy Ortiz, Nina Bogle, Ja'Nisha Beal, and Shanna Bradley.

What are doulas, and how are they making a difference in Fort Wayne?

Brittany LantzWednesday, December 16, 2020

Justin Miller and Dustin Flaugher are the founders of TriCore Logic.

#PlacesofNEI: TriCore Logic, getting creative to support small businesses in 2020

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, December 16, 2020

Drew Shipley, center, surrounded by his family and friends who created the Andrew Shipley Memorial Ride.

How a 1,300-mile bike ride for a mission led to the creation of a nonprofit to support widows

Madison CowmanWednesday, December 16, 2020

Calyan Wax Co. candles available at House to Home.

Lo and behold, the College Input Holiday Gift Guide!

Desaray BradleyWednesday, December 16, 2020

A Drink Your Veggies smoothie at Kanela, featuring pineapple, mango, spinach, parsley, and celery.

Q&A with Kanela: Downtown Fort Wayne's new spot for healthy smoothies, juices, and more

Kara HackettWednesday, December 9, 2020

Joanne and Scott Randolph stand outside their Fort Wayne home, which once belonged to actress from The Office, Jenna Fischer.

Blog: I found a famous actress’s former home in Fort Wayne, and this is why it matters

Joshua SchipperWednesday, December 9, 2020

David Perez De Leon shares the mission behind his quality-over-quantity home renovations at Leon Properties Enterprise.

Meet an immigrant entrepreneur revitalizing Fort Wayne’s neighborhoods—one home at a time

Kara Hackett, with reporting by Bryant RozierWednesday, December 9, 2020

Fort Wayne UNITED Director Iric Headley is one leaders behind Fort Wayne's United Front Initiative.

Details on a community-wide initiative underway to address racism in Fort Wayne

Angela Stanley for Fort Wayne Ink SpotWednesday, December 9, 2020

After moving from LA to Fort Wayne to pursue his dreams, Davey Heritier shares his innovative concept for Davey's Delicious Bagels.

From LA to Fort Wayne: Davey's Delicious Bagels brings a taste of innovation

Kara HackettThursday, December 3, 2020

Sweetwater's Jon Gillespie is the Founder of a commercial recording studio in the Midwest and the creator of Dream Rodeo.

Rockstar behind the scenes: 6 questions with Fort Wayne music producer extraordinaire Jon Gillespie

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, December 2, 2020

The hit TikTok comedy duo known as the Cheeky Boyos is based in Northeast Indiana.

Who are the Cheeky Boyos? A Northeast Indiana-based TikTok sensation hitting it off in Hollywood

Brittany Lantz & Olivia SchoephWednesday, December 2, 2020

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