KORT IN THE COMMUNITY

💜What an incredible morning at the 2025 Legacy of Hope Breakfast for Brooke's Place! The event was full of inspiring stories, (definitely a few tears) compassion, and community. We were truly humbled to be recognized with the 2025 Legacy of Hope Award - a special honor that reflects our ongoing commitment to our community and to this amazing organization. Supporting Brooke’s Place and the vital work they do has been deeply meaningful for all of us.

CLICK BELOW to watch the incredible video about Kort Builders and our support of Brooke’s Place shared at the event! And don’t forget to follow our YouTube channel for all the latest updates and behind-the-scenes moments! 💜

ALMOST WRAPPED. OFFICIALLY STUNNING! GRANTHAM AMENITY CENTER

We have more than enjoyed watching this gorgeous project come to life for David Weekley Homes! The Grantham Amenity Center, situated in Grantham Fishers Subdivision, is easily one of our favorite projects of 2025. What started as a 1999 barn and athletic center built by a local doctor has been transformed into a lively, modern amenity space. Working with Blackline Studios, we honored the building’s original character while bringing fresh, contemporary design to every corner. The outcome is a harmonious mix of rustic roots and modern innovation - heritage reimagined for today. Final Photos coming soon!!!

Photos by: Derek Kemp, CNDO Studio

NEEDLER'S DOWNTOWN CANOPY | Complete!

It’s official and it looks amazing! Downtown Needler’s just got a major facelift, and the buzz on the street is ‘FINALLY!’ We’re thrilled to have teamed up with our trusted partners, Needler’s and Site Architecture, on this project. Check out the sleek covered walkway leading into one of the city’s coolest grocery spots. Downtown Indy approves, and so do we!

November By the Numbers

Projects Wrapped	10
Awards Won	1
Events Attended	9
Client Referrals Received	4

WHY WE NETWORK

Where Collaboration & Human Connection Meets Opportunity

For us, networking isn’t just a checkbox - it’s the foundation of our success. Staying connected with industry peers keeps us informed, inspired, and ready to tackle new challenges. It also strengthens relationships that turn into referrals and repeat clients, which make up the majority of our business every year. Simply put, the connections we nurture today are the opportunities and partnerships that fuel our growth tomorrow.

Referrals rule: Around 84% of business deals come from referrals, which are often the result of strong professional networks. It’s not just who you know: Networking increases visibility — and people tend to hire or partner with people they’ve met in person or online

Connections boost learning: Networking exposes you to new ideas, trends, and solutions, helping you stay ahead of your industry.

Long-term payoff: The average business relationship takes about 6–7 interactions before it turns into a client or partner.

Networking is contagious: The more you connect, the more others introduce you to their network, exponentially expanding your reach.

Soft skills matter: Studies show communication and relationship-building skills gained through networking can increase career advancement chances by over 50%.

Networking online counts too: Platforms like LinkedIn have made it possible to connect globally, but face-to-face or video chats still make the strongest impact.

Networking isn’t only for big business - it’s a top strategy for small businesses, often leading to repeat clients and steady growth.

Key Takeaway:

"Your network, is your net worth."