March 2026: Visit to Indiana

Organized by The International Center for members of the Chicago International Trade Commissioners Association (CITCA), this two-day visit to Indiana brought together representatives from 13 countries and territories to explore the state’s economic development, innovation, and business ecosystem. The delegation met with leaders from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), Indy Partnership, and the 16 Tech Innovation District, while also visiting major Indiana-based organizations including Corteva Agriscience, Cummins, Eli Lilly, and Purdue University. The program provided participants with direct exposure to Indiana’s strengths in advanced manufacturing, life sciences, agriculture, innovation, research, and global business development, while fostering connections with regional stakeholders and international trade representatives.