Blackford County Economic Development Corporation

05/12/2026

A great opportunity for some of our local small businesses to be recognized

05/06/2026

Well that's a wrap on the 2026 Blackford County Leadership Challenge!! Thanks to the Shafer Leadership Academy and especially to Mitch, our facilitator, for such great inspiration and guidance!! We can't wait to see what this group of folks does in Blackford County!!

04/27/2026

04/24/2026

Thinking of starting a business? Here’s a chance for some great information!

The next "Guide to Starting a Business Workshop" is coming up May 13. Find details in the comments!

04/17/2026

I have personally taken this class and it is AMAZING!! Kari is one of the best instructors I’ve ever had. She makes it really fun and a great learning environment for a subject that can be very intimidating and confusing.

Reserve your spot in this FREE training class before it fills up!!

04/13/2026

Another great (and FREE) training opportunity!

04/09/2026

This event is starting next week but it’s not too late to sign up!! If you’ve never experienced training with Shafer Leadership Academy, you do NOT want to miss this one!! This is not just work-related, but also applies in your personal life and your community!!

Here's a great opportunity to learn some new leadership skills or sharpen the ones you already have.

Business owners, plant managers, supervisors- do you have someone in your organization that could use this training?

Call Blackford County Economic Development at 765.348.4944 or email [email protected] for more information. Don't delay! Seats will fill up fast for this one! Open to anyone in Blackford County.

04/07/2026

Please share!! This event is happening THIS Thursday!!

04/06/2026

Get registered today!! Seats are going quickly and you will NOT want to miss this!

12/23/2024

For immediate release:

CHANGES FOR HC CHAMBER IN 2025

Hartford City, IN - The Hartford City Chamber of Commerce has officially announced Sirron Resource Partners will lead their media and outreach in the new year. Sirron owner, Tim Norris Jr. will join the chamber in 2025 as Director of Business Development.

Recent social media posts from Sirron hinted at a new client that would also be a new "strategic partner" for the Blackford Directory.

When asked exactly what that means, Norris explained "As I became better acquainted with the Chamber members through projects with the Blackford Directory, it progressed into more and more collaborations. We were pursuing many of the same goals in parallel, this partnership was the next natural progression for both of us".

He continued, "Because so many tools and resources have already been developed for the Blackford Directory, we can increase efficiency and help the Chamber meet their goals at a significant reduction in costs".

Ashley Laurence, Chamber President said "I'm so excited about this, and the future of the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce. This is going to be the best year ever”.

Max Richardson, Chamber Vice President also shared his optimism for the organization's future, stating "The Board of Directors at the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce is glad to see this partnership take full bloom. With his unique management experience over the last 25 years and skills he is ready to hit the ground running".

The Hartford City Chamber of Commerce has been without a Director since Madison Pimental left earlier this year. Madison has been at the helm since the restructuring of the Chamber. Laurence, Richardson, and Norris all praised Pimental for her contributions to the organization. Norris said "She has helped me from the start of the Directory. I don't think most people know how much collaboration there has really been between the Directory and the Chamber".

For now, the position of Director has been eliminated. Norris' company will report directly to the Chamber board, focusing on growth and helping to build tools for long-term stability. Moving from a full-time Director to a consultant is part of a larger progression of the Chamber that includes board members assuming more of the administrative and engagement activities.

Although Sirron Resource Partners doesn't begin this project until January 1st, 2025, Tim has access to the Chamber email, you can reach out to him at [email protected].

The Hartford City Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization that has helped and encouraged small businesses in our community since 1953.

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