Upcoming Events
2026 GFW Inc. Economic Development Summit
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for a half-day conference that highlights the exciting developments shaping the future of Fort Wayne and Allen County. This event offers an opportunity to connect with local leaders, hear valuable insights, and explore initiatives ...
2nd Thursday's at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy FREE admission, cash bar and light appetizers every 2nd Thursday of the month!
SEO and AEO Webinar Series
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Session 1: SEO Foundations- What it is, what it isn't and how to build a strong base
Fall 2026 Sage Intacct User Group Live Webcast
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join other Sage Intacct software users at our upcoming Fall 2026 Sage Intacct User Group Live Webcast.
MEGA Workshops: Making Your Brand Irresistible
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
In this workshop we will shore up your brand gaps and teach you this difference between branding and brand identity.
NIHRA Presents: HR Power Talk Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Join NIHRA for our HR Power Talk Live Webinar! September's Topic: Maximizing ROI from Departing Employees: Insights & Strategies
Fall 2026 MIP Lunch & Learn Live Webcast
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Join other MIP software users at our upcoming Fall 2026 MIP Lunch & Learn Live Webcast.
Leadership Fort Wayne 2027 Informational Webinar
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Leadership Fort Wayne Information Webinar for interested candidates of 2027 cohort
2026 Annual Mustard Seed Gala
5:15 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of Mustard Seed Furniture Bank and our mission to turn empty spaces into homes filled with comfort, dignity, and hope.
NIHRA presents Legal Ease Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
NIHRA Presents: Legal Ease Webinar Immigration & The Workplace with Barrett McNagny
Trine University 2026 Tailgate for Talent Career Fair and Networking Expo
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Trine University in Angola, IN will be hosting our annual Tailgate for Talent Career Fair and Networking Expo on Sept 24.
Leadership Fort Wayne Alumni Reunion & Class of 2026 Graduation
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Reunion of LFW alumni & celebration of this year's graduating class.
The Rescue Mission's A Night with Sean Astin
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us September 29 for an unforgettable evening!
C-Suite Social
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
We're rolling out the red carpet to welcome newcomers and newly promoted executives of Allen County with this exclusive, social event.
Local Food Throwdown
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mark your calendar now to attend the 2026 Local Food Throwdown at The Pearl Event Center in downtown Fort Wayne on Monday, October 5.
The Empathy Trap: A Lunch & Learn by IWU's Enterprise, The Talent Studio
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Come learn why your best leadership instincts might be burning you out!
2026 Women's Network Conference: "The Inner Work of Leadership"
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Annual conference to connect, inspire, and empower leaders through keynote and breakout sessions.
SEO and AEO Webinar Series
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Session 2: Advanced SEO- Leveling up your strategy (and a look ahead)
NIHRA Monthly HR Luncheon
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Hiring by Design: What Actually Drives Better Outcomes with Ed San Inocencio
2nd Thursday's at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy FREE admission, cash bar and light appetizers every 2nd Thursday of the month!
NIHRA Presents: HR Power Talk Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
October's Topic: HR Gone Wild with guest speaker, John Bernatovicz
NIHRA Presents: Legal Ease
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
October's Topic: Data Privacy Issues in the Workplace with Kreig DeVault
NIHRA Presents: Disrupt HR Fort Wayne 4.0
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
2026 Disrupt HR Theme: Step into the Twilight Zone
Maximize Your Membership
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
An introduction to Greater Fort Wayne Inc. and member benefits.
Meet Me @ 5:05 Networking Social - Fall
5:05 PM - 7:00 PM
Please join us after work for drinks and appetizers at the Meet Me @ 5:05 Networking Event!
SEO and AEO Webinar Series
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Session 3: The future of search- SEO, AEO and building one strategy that works everywhere
NIHRA Presents: Monthly HR Luncheon
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
November's Topic: Women in the Workplace with Chynna Presley
Putting Innovation to Work: Session 1, Putting AI to Work
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Gain a practical understanding of how AI works, where it's already showing up in business, and how to move from experimentation to operational intelligence.
NIHRA Presents: Designer Purse BINGO Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join NIHRA's first ever Designer Purse BINGO & Silent Auction to benefit local veteran's and the SHRM Foundation!
Putting Innovation to Work: Session 2, Futureproof- Building Capacity for Continuous Innovation
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
An interactive session on building your organization's internal capacity for continuous innovation, so you can adapt to change while delivering value.
NIHRA Presents: HR PowerTalk Webinar
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
November's Topic: Chaos, Curveballs, & Comebacks: The Leadership Playbook for Unpredictable Times
Women's Network Member Social
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Professional development event focused on connecting women
2nd Thursday's at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy FREE admission, cash bar and light appetizers every 2nd Thursday of the month!
NIHRA Presents: Legal Ease
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
November's Topic: Year in Review & Look Ahead to 2027 with Barrett McNagny
2027 Legislative Preview
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Hear from the Northern Indiana legislative delegation about their priorities and initiatives for 2026 session.
2026 GFW Inc. Holiday Night
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tis the season to celebrate in style! Join us as we kick off the holidays with an unforgettable evening. Our annual Holiday Night event promises delightful cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and the best networking opportunities of the year. ...
2nd Thursday's at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy FREE admission, cash bar and light appetizers every 2nd Thursday of the month!
MEGA Workshops: Crafting Your Marketing Plan
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This session includes evaluating 2026 while also putting real plans in place for 2027.