Fort Wayne has a fresh reason to celebrate its reputation as a thriving Midwest business hub. Do it Best, the Fort Wayne-based hardware wholesaler, has announced it is relocating the True Value brand headquarters to Fort Wayne — a significant vote of confidence in the city and a welcome boost for the local economy.
The news was reported by multiple outlets on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, including WANE 15, The Journal Gazette, Hardware Retailing, and Building Products Digest. Do it Best, which acquired True Value, will now consolidate the brand’s headquarters operations in its home city, keeping major decision-making and business activity rooted right here in northeastern Indiana.
The move underscores Fort Wayne’s growing stature as a destination for established businesses and signals continued investment in the community. For residents, it means a well-known national brand will now call Fort Wayne home alongside the Do it Best organization that has long been a cornerstone of the local business landscape.
The announcement comes on the heels of another piece of good business news for the city: Fort Wayne Metals, a locally rooted manufacturer, was also acquired this week — but will remain in Fort Wayne, according to WANE 15, ensuring that another homegrown employer stays planted in the community it has long served.
Together, these developments reflect a Fort Wayne that continues to attract and retain business investment, keeping jobs and economic energy close to home heading into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
