Matchbox Studios reports growth, local partnerships and new programs

Jun 16, 2026

Matchbox Studios told commissioners it has grown to more than 350 current co‑working members, has graduated over 500 entrepreneurs through acceleration programs (in partnership with 17 counties), and launched new pop‑up retail and founder growth network initiatives.

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Amanda Findley of Matchbox Studios updated the board on local programming and statewide partnerships. She said the cooperative grew from a 12,000‑square‑foot co‑working studio into a network of entrepreneurial programs and ‘‘surpassed the 350 member milestone inside of the co working studio.’’ She also said Matchbox has "graduated more than 500 entrepreneurs" from its acceleration programming and that work expanded through partnerships with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, Ivy Tech Lafayette and others.

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