FORT WAYNE — Since 1991, Vera Bradley’s annual outlet sale has offered its signature bags for a specially discounted price. Now, 25 years later, it’s set to bring in more than 60,000 fans from all over to Fort Wayne. “It’s an experience like none other,” Theresa Palermo said, Chief Marketing Officer at Vera Bradley. The spring sale …read more.

Vera Bradley Inc. has announced plans to close it’s factory in New Haven, affecting approximately 250 workers. The handbag, luggage and accessories maker announced Tuesday, March 10, that it will close the factory May 9 unless business conditions require swifter action. CEO Robert Wallstrom stated in a news release that part of the reason for …read more.

Yesterday Fort Wayne-based Vera Bradley, Inc. (Nasdaq:VRA) announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended Nov. 1, 2014. Overview of Third Quarter and Year-to-Date Results Net revenues from continuing operations totaled $125.2 million for the current year third quarter, compared to $128.9 million in the prior year third quarter ended Nov. …read more.

According to Inside INdiana Business, Fort Wayne-based Vera Bradley Inc. (Nasdaq: VRA) says it will eliminate second shift operations at its New Haven facility. 21 Alive WPTA reports a total of 150 employees at the location work on second shift. Inside INdiana Business reports the bag and accessory maker employs 360 at the New Haven …read more.

Vera Bradley Inc. a designer of handbags, gifts, travel bags and accessories, announced plans today to expand its operations, creating up to 128 new jobs by 2017. “As I travel across this great Hoosier state, I witness daily the endless possibilities that can result from a terrific idea,” said Indiana Governor Mike Pence. “A great …read more.