Impact Stories

Ambassador Enterprises announced today that Bob Vitoux will rejoin the organization as Chief Financial Officer beginning May 5.

Carve represents more than just an artisan butchery. It’s a vision for rekindling downtown vitality by creating a community hub where people gather and connect over quality food experiences.

When Allie Sutherland moved to Fort Wayne with her family, she faced a challenge that would reshape her future—and the region’s approach to early childcare.

In 1993, John Wicker, the “J” in B&J, spun off the welding side of the business as WickFab and entrusted Joe and his wife, Cheryl, with its management, launching their journey in transforming the small operation into a premier metal fabrication company.

After two decades of building Ideal Steel, John Tolson and his two partners’ primary concern was preserving the name, brand value, and employee culture they had worked so hard to build.

Ambassador Enterprises today announced the appointment of Jeff Albert as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding founder Daryle Doden.

Project Elite is a visionary endeavor to establish a Christ-centered sports campus in Auburn, Ind. This transformative project aims to combine athletic excellence with character development rooted in faith, creating a positive and nurturing environment for athletes of all ages. Ambassador Enterprises is actively seeking partners to help bring this impactful vision to life.

At the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, Fort Wayne attendees had the privilege of hearing from our founder, Daryle Doden, whose faith-driven approach to business offers a unique perspective on leadership and success.

I am confident in the strength and preparedness of our teams and organizations. While I am still energized by and enjoy leading this dynamic organization, I want to empower AE to flourish beyond me.

Ambassador Enterprises recognizes that when parents and families prosper, so does the workforce, the community, the customer base, and market opportunities for economic growth. A thriving community is essential for the long-term success of all our businesses.

Through “Grow Allen,” area business and education leaders are working together to create a clear roadmap toward student success

Image of Hope Ranch strives to come alongside those emotionally struggling with an unconventional approach. Relationships are their first priority, and this is not just limited to people. Using relationships and connections with horses and other animals, Image of Hope helps bring healing and hope to people who are hurting.

In celebration of our interns and Indiana Intern Day, we’re sharing intern insights from Andy Barnes, Caden Friedt, Caiah Smith, and Lawson Doden. We are thankful for the opportunity to work alongside these four innovative young people dedicated to building their skills and competencies through internships and work-based learning.

Reidy’s extensive experience and leadership will help drive AE’s commitment to impactful growth.

Meaningful civic engagement, especially civic leadership, can be a powerful way to represent ALL people, economic situations, and programs. Civic leaders can raise their voices, influence decisions, and hold government accountable. This leadership, knowledge, and training starts at home and continues over a lifetime.

Rooted Pursuits, an Ambassador Enterprises affiliate focused on selected verticals in recreation, acquires the assets of Frontier Justice.

Hohman’s legal and business experience and leadership will help drive AE’s growth strategy.

Northeast Indiana is home to three counties that have an Early Childhood Coalition, and many more counties are in the process of developing their own. In addition to local county coalitions, the Northeast Indiana Regional Early Childhood Coalition (NEIRECC) has emerged to support them.

 The acquisition reflects a shared commitment among SOLV and other stakeholders, including CSD, to continuing its legacy. 

The acquisition of the Clarksville, Tennessee-based company builds upon the continued growth and reach of offerings from Ambassador Supply.