(La Porte, IN) - The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership has lost a key member of the organization.

 

Business Development Manager, Erik Nelson, has left to accept the position of Operations Director at the Northwest Indiana Forum.

 

During his tenure at LEAP, Nelson worked directly with the La Porte Community School Corporation to connect graduating seniors with local jobs, and coordinating key projects in the City of La Porte.

 

In his new role, Nelson will help drive execution of key organizational priorities while supporting alignment and accountability across the Northwest Indiana Forum’s leadership team.  The Forum serves as the regional voice for the business community and is a premier resource providing a comprehensive suite of services to promote economic development and the retention of quality jobs throughout Northwest Indiana.

 

“Erik has been a vital member of our team, and while we are sad to see him go, we are extremely proud of this next step in his career,” said Bert Cook, Executive Director of LEAP.

 

Nelson gave thanks to Cook and others, including Mayor Tom Dermody, before leaving late last week.

 

“The last four and a half years at LEAP have been some of the most impactful years of my life.  I’m grateful to have worked for such an incredible organization alongside some really incredible people,” he said.