Udris resigns from Alliance presidency

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Andi Udris stepped down today as president of the Fort Wayne-Allen County Economic Development Alliance, the group’s board announced.

“After nearly three years of service, Udris has decided to pursue other business opportunities,” officials said in a news release.

Jill Perillo, the Alliance’s board chairwoman, praised Udris’s tenure. The organization won’t rush to find a replacement, she said.

“We’re viewing this as an opportunity to assess our current competencies and plan for the future,” Perillo said in a statement. “As we wrap up the strategic planning process for Allen County, we’ll work closely with our local economic development partners to determine the best plan for achieving continued success.”

The board plans to name an interim president.

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