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Northern Indiana BBB's 2025 Build a Better Business Conference

Save the date for the 2025 Build a Better Business Conference, happening September 19 at the Parkview Mirro Center in Fort Wayne! 

More details coming soon...until then, take a look back at the highlights from last year’s amazing event!

 

More about the 2025 Build a Better Business Conference

Hosted by the BBB Charitable & Educational Foundation and SCORE, this half-day event is designed for entrepreneurs, professionals, and emerging leaders who want to build stronger, more trustworthy businesses. 

Enjoy a light breakfast and lunch, hear from an inspiring keynote speaker, and choose from a variety of engaging workshops tailored to help you grow and innovate.

Connect with fellow professionals from across Northern Indiana and explore opportunities at our exhibitor tables.

Interested in sponsoring or speaking at the event? Contact Shannon Bearman at shannon@northernindiana.bbb.org

Keynote speaker

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker delivered an impactful keynote address at the 2024 Build a Better Business Conference, emphasizing the importance of integrity in leadership and community building. She engaged the audience with a lively Q&A session, sharing candid insights and thought-provoking ideas.

Watch her full keynote address below.

Mayor Sharon Tucker at the 2024 Build a Better Business Conference
Northern Indiana Torch Award winners

Nominations are now open through July 13, 2025 for the Torch Awards for Ethics!

Tell us about the exceptional individuals, businesses, and non-profits who are dedicated to character, customers, culture, and community.

The prestigious BBB Torch Award for Ethics honors those who set the standard for integrity and ethical practices.

Nominate your favorite ethical leader today and learn more about this year’s winners!

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Partner with BBB for the 2025 Build a Better Business Conference

Partner with BBB in 2025!

Contact Shannon Bearman  (shannon@northernindiana.bbb.org)  to explore sponsorship opportunities for events like Shred Day, Students of Integrity, and the Build a Better Business Conference.

Together, we can foster a strong and trustworthy marketplace for businesses and consumers. 

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Thank you to our 2024 Build a Better Business Conference sponsors: Federated Media, Paul Davis, PNC Bank, SCORE, and Windows Doors & More!

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