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2025 LIV Golf Economic Impact Report
Feb 4 2026In August of 2025, many of the world’s best golfers arrived in Westfield for a thrilling event that crowned the LIV Golf individual champion. The action on the course came down to the wire and ended with Jon Rahm hoisting the trophy at The Club at Chatham Hills. While Rahm...
As we emerge from the holiday season and start working in earnest on the business of a new year, the Westfield Economic Development Department is proud to reflect on what 2025 delivered for our community’s economic future. This year was about laying the groundwork strategically, collaboratively, and with long-term impact...
The transformation of downtown Westfield is moving briskly. Plans for increased density, housing, retail space and public plazas though the center of town is set to take shape in 2026.The revamp of downtown is a collaboration of the city’s economic development, public works and the parks departments. The Union at...
Multiple projects are planned in the City of Westfield for 2026. The city’s website lists 80 that are either in the works or underway as rapid growth continues.Grand ParkThe Droplight Grand Park Sports Campus will be at the forefront of many of the city’s sports-related businesses.“We are anticipating a banner...
The City of Westfield requested a grant to be provided by the Westfield Redevelopment Commission to the Westfield Community Development Corp. to purchase and redevelop the former Tractor Supply store at 18160 Market Court.The space, currently used by the Westfield Washington Schools’ facilities department, would be remodeled for office space...
The City of Westfield appointed Michael Pearce as director of engineering and Chuck Haberman as director of economic development Dec. 16. They begin their roles Jan. 1 and Jan. 12, 2026, respectively.Pearce has served the city for more than six years, most recently as city engineer since 2022. He will...
Westfield’s strong reputation for opportunity and innovation is fueling its rise as a top choice for modern, high-performance Class A office space. As companies across the country bring teams back into the workplace, demand for premium office environments is undergoing a significant “flight-to-quality,” where newer and amenity-rich office spaces are...
A new restaurant, BlackSheep Craft Pizza & Cocktails, opened Dec. 8 at Grand Junction Plaza in Westfield.BlackSheep, at 170 Jersey St., is part of Upland Hospitality, Upland Brewing Company’s restaurant arm. The restaurant is BlackSheep’s second. The other is in Columbus.BlackSheep Director of Hospitality Josh Ratliff said the restaurant fills...
The City of Westfield is using social media to find developers for the city’s plans to redevelop downtown.In a Nov. 26 Facebook post, the city asked for “experienced development partners who can deliver projects that raise the bar for urban living in Westfield.”On Nov. 19, Westfield Mayor Scott Willis unveiled...
Westfield resumes census taking
Dec 5 2025Census crews in Westfield began going door to door Dec. 5. They will be out daily and will provide updates throughout the process.The City of Westfield requested a special census in 2024 to update the official population count count. The figure is expected to provide additional funding commensurate with population...
Westfield, Indiana has quietly transformed from a community of fewer than 10,000 residents in the 1990s to the fastest-growing city in the state, now home to more than 50,000 people. The city ranks as the sixth-fastest-growing municipality in the country yet maintains a distinct identity. “Our motto in Westfield is...
Westfield, IN, offers an ideal environment for business growth and success across numerous sectors, from innovative startups to established enterprises!Staying informed about Westfield’s economic momentum is easy when you connect with Westfield Economic Development on our social media. Our channels share the latest news, business developments, investment opportunities, and success...
For the second time this month, Grand Park Sports & Entertainment has announced a naming rights agreement for one of its facilities.On Nov. 18, Grand Park Sports & Entertainment and Indianapolis-based Community Health Network announced that the Grand Park Events Center will now be called the Community Health Network Events...
Westfield’s Grand Park Sports Campus has a new name.Grand Park Sports & Entertainment announced Nov. 12 that it has entered a naming rights agreement with Indianapolis-based strategic and creative services firm Droplight. The new name is Droplight Grand Park Sports Campus.Terms and length of the agreement, including costs, were not...
Duke Energy has included NorthPoint II in Westfield as part of its 2025 Site Readiness Program.The Site Readiness Program, a partnership with Banning Engineering and Site Selection Group, evaluates high-potential sites, then partners with local economic development professionals to prepare sites for economic development investments. The sites are marketed nationwide...
Westfield, IN, is a growing community that blends small-town charm with big-city opportunities. Known for its welcoming neighborhoods, excellent schools, world-class youth sports campus, and pro-business climate, Westfield offers the perfect balance for professionals, families, and creative entrepreneurs. With its strategic location just north of Indianapolis, the city provides easy...
Talking Advanced Manufacturing with JLL’s Greg Matter and Meaghan Elwell [Area Development Podcast]Why now? What makes this moment different for manufacturing site selection?GM: There’s been a decade of talk about reshoring and regionalization, but the last four years made it real. First it was clean energy. Now it’s national security...
Georgia is back on top — again. For the 12th consecutive year, the state has claimed the No. 1 overall ranking in Area Development’s annual Top States for Doing Business survey. While Georgia’s consistency speaks volumes, the real story in 2025 is just how competitive the field has become beneath...
Westfield delivered a spectacular experience as host of the LIV Golf Indianapolis Championship on August 15-17 at The Club at Chatham Hills. Perfect for the global sports stage with world-class competition, passionate fans, electric live concerts, and city-wide activations, the event drew more than 60,000 visitors, bringing an economic impact...
Who Is In Charge of American Sports Tech and Who is Charging it? The Listed Power Lists Reveal All
Sep 10 2025The STA Group today announces the launch of The Listed: Tech Charged and In Charge, powered by Sports Tech HQ. This is a new initiative spotlighting the leaders and brands reshaping the global sports innovation landscape.The Listed comprises two lists, In Charge and Tech Charged, which celebrate individuals and technologies...
Westfield (IN) Economic Development Department Goes Live with Modern, Business-Focused Website
Sep 10 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 9, 2025Innovative platform reflects Westfield’s commitment to business growth and investmentWESTFIELD, IN—The City of Westfield (IN) Economic Development Department proudly introduces its new website, westfieldecdev.com, created in partnership with Golden Shovel Agency. The new website establishes a consistent brand aligned with the City of Westfield by reflecting...
In the classic 1986 hoops movie “Hoosiers,” coach Norman Dale, played by Gene Hackman, tells his basketball team at a small high school in Indiana what it means to compete for a championship: “If you put your efforts and concentration into playing to your potential, to be the best that...