La PORTE — Preparing opportunities for Gen Z and creating a stronger region are among the goals of One Region, a nonprofit based in Westville and comprised of top executives from around the region.
“Our focus is to grow population, attract and retain talent, and increase household income ... specifically focusing on Lake, Porter and La Porte counties,” Marie Foster-Bruns, president and CEO of One Region, said at Monday’s La Porte Rotary meeting.
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