Indiana’s bold approach to regional economic development offers five key lessons for communities aiming to grow, attract talent, and build lasting collaboration. Over a decade, programs like RCI and READI transformed local economies with strategic investments in quality of place, workforce housing, and infrastructure—generating billions in impact. Learn how your region can adapt Indiana’s proven model for sustainable growth.

On this International Day of Friendship, we explore the quiet power of social infrastructure — the human connections that hold communities together. From empathy to economic mobility, friendship forms the foundation of resilient, inclusive civic life. At Fourth Economy, we believe relationships aren’t a byproduct of progress—they’re a prerequisite.

Learn how Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) supports economic mobility by removing systemic barriers and empowering individuals with dignity, choice, and financial freedom. Explore real pilot programs and how GBI can serve as a modern safety net for communities.