{"id":115235,"date":"2025-02-04T10:00:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T15:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=115235"},"modified":"2025-02-09T08:13:45","modified_gmt":"2025-02-09T13:13:45","slug":"visit-fort-wayne-announces-music-economy-study-initiative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2025\/02\/04\/visit-fort-wayne-announces-music-economy-study-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Fort Wayne announces Music Economy Study Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Visit Fort Wayne has commissioned Sound Diplomacy to develop a long-term and self-sufficient music strategy that positions music as a key driver in the local and regional economy.<\/p>\n

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News release from Visit Fort Wayne:<\/p>\n

Fort Wayne\/Allen County’s Music Economy Takes Center Stage: Music Economy Study Initiative Announced<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fort Wayne, Indiana (February 4, 2025) – Development of Fort Wayne\/Allen County\u2019s music economy is moving forward this year thanks to the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne\u2019s Knight Fund, Don Wood Foundation, Northeast Indiana Strategic Development Commission, Greater Fort Wayne Inc., and Visit Fort Wayne.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe generosity of these community organizations expresses our collective commitment to improving the quality of place for our residents and ensures the growth of the visitor economy,\u201d says Jill Boggs, President and CEO at Visit Fort Wayne.<\/p>\n

These supporters will help fund research to assess and build a community-based strategy and path to grow Fort Wayne and Allen County\u2019s regional impact on the music and creative economy. Special thanks to these forward-thinking partners for believing in the transformative potential of music in fueling economic prosperity, fostering innovation, and weaving in the fabric of our community identity.<\/p>\n

Guided by Visit Fort Wayne\u2019s Tourism Master Plan and Greater Fort Wayne Inc.\u2019s Allen County Together (ACT) Plan, we\u2019ve set our sights on being recognized for our exceptional music infrastructure, business opportunities, and vibrant and diverse music scene that supports local and regional talent.<\/p>\n

\u201cMany cities want to grow their music economy and nightlife, but we believe that Fort Wayne and Allen County\u2019s strength lies in fertile ground \u2013 a place where innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship converge \u2013 and we\u2019re excited to see how music will continue to uplift and unite our community and region as a powerhouse of creativity,\u201d says Jessa Campbell, Director of Destination Development and Communications at Visit Fort Wayne.<\/p>\n

Visit Fort Wayne has commissioned Sound Diplomacy, the global music, culture and creative economy experts to develop a long-term and self-sufficient music strategy that positions music as a key driver in the local and regional economy.<\/p>\n

The work will take place across 10 months, seeking collaboration and engagement with the music community in developing strategic recommendations by Sound Diplomacy through research into local regulations, policies and strategies, an in-depth mapping of the music ecosystem, stakeholder roundtables and a survey, and an economic impact assessment.<\/p>\n

Fort Wayne Music Economy Survey<\/strong><\/p>\n

Music lovers and those working in or connected to the music economy are invited to share their input through the community survey – Fort Wayne Music Economy Survey. The survey will close February 23.<\/p>\n

Music will also be the theme of Visit Fort Wayne\u2019s annual Power of Tourism and Hospitality Awards event this May 7. Industry partners, stakeholders, and residents are invited to join. More information can be here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Celebrating Tourism Master Plan Progress<\/strong><\/p>\n

As we mark a year since launching the Tourism Master Plan, we celebrate accomplishments from the community, steps toward growing our music economy and building an accessible destination, as well as laying foundations to be the driving force in creating a rich, diverse, and inclusive destination experience.<\/p>\n

2024 Highlights Include<\/strong>:<\/p>\n