Grant County Economic Growth Council Survey

The Grant County Economic Growth Council (GCEGC) is studying whether and how to expand support for entrepreneurs and existing businesses across Grant County. Options include coaching, technical assistance, capital connections, and shared resources in Marion, Gas City, Upland, or online. The study will inform priorities, delivery arrangements, and the scale of further expansion.

The GCEGC is a public and government service organization in Grant County, Indiana, that promotes sustainable business growth, site readiness, and workforce development.

Please answer for one business, business idea, or ownership transition. If you are a community partner or adviser, answer from that perspective. Please do not include confidential business details. Results will be reported in summary form. Completing this survey does not commit you to participating or paying for services.

Allow about 12–15 minutes to complete the survey.

Keep in mind the following definitions:

1. Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition, or ETA, means buying an existing business as a path to business ownership.
2. Entrepreneurial Support Organization (ESO): An organization that helps people start, operate, grow, modernize, buy, or transition ownership of a business through coaching, training, connections to financing, and referrals to specialized resources. An ESO may offer services online, in person, or through partner organizations.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this online survey. Your feedback is very important to the success of this planning effort.