Hi There,
On behalf of the entire team at Indiana Owned, I want to extend a warm welcome to you as a new member of our community of Indiana businesses. We are thrilled to have you join us in our mission to promote and support locally-owned businesses and nonprofits across our state.
IndianaOwned.com serves as a platform dedicated to connecting consumers with businesses like yours that are deeply rooted in our local communities. By being a part of our network, you are not just expanding your reach but also contributing to the growth and vitality of Indiana’s economy.
We understand the challenges and opportunities that come with running a business, especially in the ever-changing world we seem to live in today. That’s why we are committed to providing you with the tools, resources, and visibility you need to succeed. Whether it’s through our directory listings, promotional opportunities, or networking events, we are here to help you thrive.
As a new member, we encourage you to explore all that IndianaOwned.com has to offer. Take advantage of our platform to showcase your unique offerings, connect with fellow business owners, and engage with potential customers who share your passion for supporting local.
If you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Your input is invaluable as we continue to improve and evolve our platform to better serve the needs of our members.
Once again, welcome to IndianaOwned.com! Let’s schedule a quick 20 minute phone call soon so I can learn more about your business and how we can help you achieve your goals. Your listing on IndianaOwned.com will be complete soon (if not already prepared for your review)!
All the best,
Mel
Show Off Your Membership
The “Indiana Owned” badge from IndianaOwned.com signifies that your business is locally owned and operated in Indiana and committed to supporting the local economy, community engagement, and fostering a sense of connection with Hoosiers and visitors of Indiana. Displaying this badge serves as a way for your businesses to distinguish itself as locally owned and to appeal to consumers who prioritize supporting local businesses.
You can download your membership badge from your dashboard. If you need help adding it to your website, contact us. Look for your window sticker to show up soon!
Maximize Your Membership
With your membership, you also get access to the member portal on the Indiana Owned website.
The Indiana Owned member portal allows you to:
- View your listing that appears in our local directory and boosts your Google rankings (contact us for any updates)
- Submit any events to be posted to the site
- Connect with other members through different forums
- Access exclusive deals from other members, for members
- Access our exclusive Indiana Owned marketing materials and member supplies
- Purchase website ads
- Access announcements for exclusive Indiana Owned member opportunities
For more information, please visit our FAQ page here.
Stay Up to Date with Indiana Owned
- Please check our website for upcoming events
- Weekly newsletters are sent on Tuesdays or Wednesdays at 2 PM for updated business news, blog content, webinars, social member events, podcasts, and new member reveals.
Follow Us!
- If you follow Indiana Owned on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Eventbrite—you shouldn’t miss anything!
Brag to Us About Your Accomplishments (yes, seriously!)
Email membership@indianaowned.com and we will highlight your business on the blog, social media pages, newsletter, etc.
This can include:
- A “local success story” (small or big!)
- An upcoming event (that you could be hosting or attending as a vendor)
- An online event or live stream you’re hosting
- A podcast that you host or have been featured on
- Any specials or seasonal deals/sales to offer
- A partnership with another small business you want to highlight
- A hiring event or “help wanted” listing to share with our followers
- A featured blog post from your own site
- Any employees’ stories/successes you want to highlight