Purdue programs head to Fishers

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By James Feichtner

The City of Fishers has been drawing a lot of attention from higher education universities with its growth. With Ball State University moving to partner with Launch Fishers in their expansion, Purdue University is now making an endeavor to incorporate itself within the city as well.

The Purdue University College of Pharmacy’s Center for Medication Safety Advancement and Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership has signed a lease to occupy the second floor of The Switch on Municipal Drive. The Switch is a $28 million mixed-use project located in the Nickel Plate District and will consists of office space, retail, a parking garage and apartments.

One of the key reasons for Purdue to move to Fishers was the transformation of the NPD into an economic development facilitator with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship.

“The Nickel Plate District was designed to attract innovative organizations and a talented workforce,” said Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness. “Purdue’s commitment to The Switch is a testament to the latest market-driven project in the area and we are thrilled to welcome them to Fishers.”

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“The entrepreneurial spirit in Fishers will place us amongst innovative thought leaders working towards discovering new safe solutions to problems that continue to plague us in delivering healthcare in a consistent and safe manner,” said Kyle Hultgren, Director of CMSA.

The Purdue MEP Center recently announced a significant boost to its funding that will quadruple the center’s funding, allowing it to eventually serve over 400 manufacturers. The organization projects its employment growth will easily double in the next two years as a result of this expanded mission.

“During our search for a space and community to accommodate our growth, it was apparent the City of Fishers offered an exceptional location that satisfied our field office logistical needs, our desired work life environment, and a cost competitive lease. We are pleased to bring our central office into the Nickel Plate District redevelopment, and look forward to serving our state’s manufacturing base with Fishers as our hub location,” said Dave Snow, Director, Purdue MEP Center.

Purdue is expected to move in into its new space in August of this year.

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