Greater Evansville is a region with a bright future. We’ve got more career opportunities than most places in the Midwest, and our schools and universities punch above their weight in both quality and value. We are lucky enough to have miles of trails and thousands of acres of public parks and forests to enjoy, and our overall cost of living beats out most of the country. What can we do to support further growth and prosperity?

The pace of our urban center draws in consumers – and fierce talent, too – fueling the economy and boosting the bottom line for businesses. But how do we as a region create higher wage jobs that attract talent to live, work and stay in Greater Evansville? We want our workforce to be prepared for jobs and careers of the future. We want a resilient economy that can bounce back after routine downturns—or a major crisis like COVID-19. We want to ensure equitable opportunity for every family regardless of race, history, or circumstance. We have to improve quality of place for a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle.

A few organizations have taken a look at how we stack up with our peers. Yes, we love our community, but are there opportunities to do better? The data says YES. If we can turn some key factors from down to up, Greater Evansville can have a brighter and more prosperous future for all. Not just for business, or for those who have called this region home for generations, but also for our newer residents; those whose talents and cultures are critical to enriching our lives and our region.

The Evansville Regional Economic Partnership is committed to some specific goals for our community over the next five years. We’ve named this vision for a stronger region Talent 2025. By committing to some specific goals, we can set our hometowns on the right track.