RDC 504 To be a catalyst for economic development by providing businesses access to capital

The Regional Development Company administers the US Small Business Administration's 504 loan program throughout the state of Indiana and the Chicagoland region of Illinois.

Following recent storms, we want to make sure our communities know where to turn for disaster assistance.đź’™For informatio...
09/01/2026

Following recent storms, we want to make sure our communities know where to turn for disaster assistance.đź’™

For information and applications, please visit the appropriate federal resource:

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance: SBA.gov/disaster
FEMA Disaster Assistance: DisasterAssistance.gov

Please note: The Regional Development Company does not process disaster assistance applications. All applications and questions should be directed to SBA or FEMA through the resources above.

Congratulations to our August 2026 SBA 504 loan fundings!
08/31/2026

Congratulations to our August 2026 SBA 504 loan fundings!

Don't miss out on our August 2026 interest rates! 📲
08/28/2026

Don't miss out on our August 2026 interest rates! 📲

A great morning at the Lake County Economic Alliance Healthcare Roundtable at the beautiful Reserve a Grand Venue in Ham...
08/27/2026

A great morning at the Lake County Economic Alliance Healthcare Roundtable at the beautiful Reserve a Grand Venue in Hammond! And of course, Erica & Emma showed up in matching dresses! đź’™

Congratulations to Niccole on another SBA approval for a dental practice in Brookfield, Illinois! 🎉
08/27/2026

Congratulations to Niccole on another SBA approval for a dental practice in Brookfield, Illinois! 🎉

08/26/2026

On Monday, we celebrated the grand opening of our borrowers at Anytime Fitness in Lowell, Indiana! We loved seeing them turn their grand opening into a three-day celebration and invite other local businesses to be part of the festivities. Such a great way to bring the community together! Congratulations to the entire Anytime Fitness team! 🎉

08/24/2026

Meet Our Final Speaker! 🔥

The countdown to The Future of Business 2026 is on—and we’re excited to introduce the fourth and final regional leader taking the stage at this year’s luncheon!

By now, you’ve met our other three speakers, each bringing valuable perspectives on what’s next for Northwest Indiana. Our final speaker adds another important voice to the conversation.

Just 2 weeks away! Space is limited, so register now and reserve your seat.
https://members.mcachamber.com/atlas/events/567/details

Meet Erica Dombey
President & Executive Director, Regional Development Company

Erica Dombey is President and Executive Director of the Regional Development Company (RDC), a nonprofit Certified Development Company that helps small businesses access financing through the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 504 Loan Program. With a focus on business growth and access to capital, Dombey works with entrepreneurs, lenders, and community partners to help businesses secure the resources they need to invest, expand, and create jobs.

In 2024, Dombey helped establish the Northwest Indiana Regional Growth Fund, a community revolving loan fund designed to support businesses across the region. Her experience provides a valuable perspective on the funding opportunities available to businesses and the resources that can help drive economic growth in Northwest Indiana.

At The Future of Business 2026, Dombey will share her expertise on access to capital, emerging funding opportunities, and strategies businesses can use to position themselves for growth in an evolving economy.

A special thank you to our sponsors, Geminus and South Shore Public Relations, for helping make this important conversation possible!

08/22/2026

“What is there to do in La Porte?” 👀 Well… something BIG is coming! 🎉

For more than two years, we’ve been working alongside Ben & Ryan and the City Of La Porte to bring Pin Fusion to life, and we’re so excited to finally see their dreams come true!

Through a partnership between the Regional Development Company, Northwest Indiana Regional Growth Fund, Horizon Bank, and 1st Source Bank, this incredible 38,000-square-foot family entertainment center is coming to La Porte.

This has been a true passion project from the beginning, and there’s something really special about watching a dream that’s been years in the making finally come to life. We’re so excited for Ben & Ryan, and we can’t wait to see what Pin Fusion brings to the community! 💙

08/21/2026

Capital access, counseling, training and more!

SBA has resources to help you start and grow a business.

Learn more: https://www.sba.gov/

Address

1757 Thornapple Cir
Valparaiso, IN
46385

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12194760504

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