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Allen Economic Development Group showcased nearly $2 billion in investments since 2019, including nearly $750  million in 2022. With this impressive growth in manufacturing, housing, and development we are making Allen County a more enjoyable place to live, work and play.  One of the goals within our mission at AEDG is to assist businesses in Allen County to have positive sustainability and growth.

The attached Year-End Video shows many of these projects and explains how these projects fit into our Strategic Plan.

We are excited about the future! We believe the best is yet to come!

The Walter Development Group chose to invest in the revitalization of an empty and under-utilized building to provide much needed market rate housing and commercial space. The Metro Center Upscale Lofts & Business Arcade on Elizabeth Street in downtown Lima includes luxury amenities and cultural opportunities that only Downtown living can offer.

Charles River Laboratories is expanding in Spencerville. General Manager Rusty Rush talks about the research facility and working with Allen Economic Development Group to develop the financial incentives that aided the Allen County project.

Allen County was featured in the September edition of the Site Selection publication.

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