Connersville Economic Development Group

About Connersville

A Legacy of Innovation, A Future of Growth

Founded in 1813, Connersville has a rich history as a manufacturing powerhouse in the heart of Indiana. From the early days of producing wagons and carriages to becoming an automotive and industrial manufacturing hub, our community has always been at the forefront of American innovation.

Today, the Fayette County Economic Development Group continues this tradition by creating opportunities for businesses to grow, innovate, and succeed. We're committed to fostering sustainable economic growth while preserving the community values that make Fayette County a great place to live and work.

Our Mission

To attract, retain, and grow businesses by providing strategic partnerships, resources, and support that drive economic prosperity for all residents of Connersville.

Our Vision

To position Connersville as a premier destination for business investment, innovation, and quality of life in Indiana and the Midwest.

200+

Years of History

Since 1813, Connersville has been a cornerstone of American manufacturing and innovation.

400+

Businesses

300K+

Regional Labor Force

Low Cost

Business Operations

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First commercial order of recycled polyethylene ships from NOVA

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April 3, 2026•Fayette County Economic Development

First commercial order of recycled polyethylene ships from NOVA

NOVA Chemicals has delivered the first commercial order of its newly launched SYNDIGO™ rPE-IN3 recycled polyethylene (rPE), marking an important step forward in expanding access to high-quality recycled materials. The nearly 200,000-pound railcar shipment has arrived at Sigma Plastics Group in Shelbyville, Kentucky, where it will be used to manufacture stretch film products.

Existing businesses can get help from EDG

One of the very important jobs of the Fayette County Economic Development Group is to conduct BRE visits. BRE stands for Business Retention an…

EDG forming 2 groups for local businesses

The new year brings new beginnings. At the Fayette County Connersville Economic Development Group, we are looking forward and ahead to both. Over the last number of months, I’ve been planning and developing the idea of two roundtables.....

The Pop-Up Store

The Fayette County Economic Development Downtown Pop-Up Location is a retail space designed to give small businesses and entrepreneurs a temporary location to test their products in a real storefront setting. Whether you’re launching something new, growing your customer base, or just want to see how your idea performs, this space offers a flexible, affordable opportunity to get started.

A low-risk opportunity for entrepreneurs to test the market, this short-term retail space gives small businesses and makers the chance to turn their ideas into a real storefront—without the commitment of a long-term lease. Designed to support future brick-and-mortar growth, the program is proudly supported by Fayette County Economic Development.

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