Claire Kenney

Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) board member and newly appointed VEDC treasurer Eric Johnson is a long-time resident of Valparaiso. “I’ve been in Valpo for 29 years,” said Johnson.  After being married at the chapel on Valparaiso …

Gabriel Lopez is the production designer at Creative Graphic Solutions, a Portage-based marketing and design agency. In his role, he works closely with his brother Fernando Lopez, who serves as the business’ graphic designer. “I’m very hands-on,” …

A lifelong resident of La Porte, Daina Krueger began making soaps out of her home 11 years ago. While she had worked in banking for 20 years, Krueger was searching for a career that would invite her to exercise her creativity and allow her time to help …

Established in 1926, Samuelson Insurance Agency will celebrate 100 years in business this year. At ten decades old, Samuelson is one of Porter County’s oldest independent insurance agencies. With locations in Portage and Griffith, the agency serves clients …

Terri Cook has taught at Willowcreek Middle School for 21 years and has been in education for several decades. She currently teaches sixth grade math. “I love working with middle school students – they’re characteristics, energy, enthusiasm …

Gary Jones has lived in La Porte his entire life. With a background in finance, he began his real estate career three decades ago. “This year marks my 30th year in real estate,” Jones said. He started working part-time in real estate in 1996. Eventually …

Andria Pataky grew up in the La Porte area and is a graduate of South Central High School. She attended college at nearby Purdue University Northwest. Today, Pataky is teaching in the area at Westville Elementary School. She is currently in her third year of …

Andrea Koenig serves as Ratner Steel Supply Company’s office manager and inside sales manager. She has been with the company for over a decade. She cherishes her work with Ratner and with the Portage area where Ratner is located.  “I’ve been with …

Nell Mick is known amongst her colleagues at Hartman Global IP Law as “legal assistant extraordinaire.” “Nell is competent and enthusiastic—ready to tackle any and all projects – thus ‘extraordinaire!’” explained Hartman Global Co-Founder …

Taylor Felinski grew up in Portage. In fact, he has lived there most of his life. “I’ve lived in Portage since I was 2 years old,” he said. “I went to Portage High School.” His wife, also named Taylor, grew up in Portage as well. They knew each …