"We are a member of Indiana Owned because our mission is to support locally owned businesses who put money back into our community while making direct impact to the people within the company. The importance of knowing you can trust an Indiana Owned member and the people who are at the helm creates a successful relationship long term."

"I love supporting local Indiana owned businesses and I am proud to be a Indiana Owned, women-owned business! Although Purple Ribbon is new to Indiana Owned, I love the strong communication between the members and the community engagement."

"Quality of life matters. The quality of life in a community is created and maintained by the people that live and work there. Local business hire local people to work in their businesses and to provide services to their business. Local is your community. Local businesses sponsor and participate in youth sports, parades and other events. If we don't support their businesses they can't support our communities."

"The movement towards local living is finally giving consumers what we want, local goods made right here in Indiana by our friends, family & neighbors. Being an IO member has put me in touch with several other local businesses for collaborations and has brought consumers looking to live local to my business."

"Being a part of Indiana Originals has been a great experience for me. I love supporting local businesses and seeing the logo just marks that for me, as well as people who want to shop with me. I was actually featured on Indy Style at the suggestion of Mel with Indiana Originals. I would not have had that opportunity without them."

"SmokEy Lights has lamp customers across the United States, but almost all of our business originates in Indiana through word of mouth. Being a member of Indiana Originals assures our fans that they are supporting a locally owned company that invests in their community and causes."

"Being an Indiana Original lets me share locally for local lookers. Starting at home to help people in the community is always a focus for me and my business. We’ve got to help those closest to us and spread hope outward into the local community."

"Before the pandemic, Indiana Originals introduced me to unique entrepreneurs that believe in creating stronger communities. During the pandemic, their 'Local Matters' podcast provided a unique 'on air' opportunity that led to 3 other media interviews. They offer many ways to participate in the community."

"Starting off as a new entrepreneur, Indiana Originals has helped me in learning how to market my business, network, and connect in meaningful ways to other local businesses so we can support each other."

"I love being an Indiana Original! My favorite perk has been connecting with other Originals and being able to partner with them on specials that I've wanted to offer customers. We both get business, promote each other, and we're both supporting a local Indiana business. It's a win-win for everyone."

"Indiana Originals connects me with local, like-minded business owners that share the same challenges and victories that come along with ownership. Mel is a huge support and has given us access to marketing opportunities we otherwise wouldn’t have. With her help, we even filled our office building exclusively with fellow Indiana Originals members."

"I recently took advantage of a promotional offer for Indiana Originals Members. I am pleased to say a fellow Original took advantage of my “buy one, get one free” mystery shop and is now a regular client and improving their business. Thank you, Indiana Originals!"

"Indiana Originals has been an integral part of me making the right connections! I had very few useful connections when I started my business. Mel has connected me to lots of people directly and indirectly that have greatly helped me in my business. It is always nice to know other people know your struggles and triumphs! "

"Indiana Originals is a platform that connects me with other small business owners. My company was one of the Charter businesses and I am very grateful to Mel for starting this company.
I highly recommend joining to connect with other local business owners."

"Indiana Originals is dedicated to highlighting and promoting Indiana businesses! As a small business owner, the market can be daunting because it is so competitive. Indiana Originals brings awareness to the importance of supporting local companies, which leads to creating a loyal customer base once they understand the story behind the products."

"In 2016, Mel tasted my chili sauce and told me I needed to start selling it. She and her husband Lance took me under their wing and helped me turn my hobby into a business. Now my chili sauce is in 45 retail locations and I have added an award winning Bloody Mary Mix to my product line. Without Lance and Mel, Amazing Hazels would not exist!"

"Small business owners face many challenges, including finding enough time to accomplish operating goals and while finding new ways to promote the business. As an IO member, I have been able to host two Originals mixers and advertise with Mel on the radio. Indiana Originals has helped me to showcase my brand and network with other Originals."

“How powerful to build a network of like-minded individuals! When I need a service provider at home, I prefer using someone local and I value the relationships with business owners in my community. Great local companies are just a click away. If you are an Indiana-based company, you need to be a part of this."

"Being a part of Indiana Originals brings so much exposure to my business. Mel has created so many opportunities for networking and PR for members. The member directory is invaluable. Whether I have personal or business needs I always check the Indiana Originals directory first. Supporting local business is so important."