Porter-Starke Services is located only 50 minutes from Chicago, in Valparaiso, IN. Only 10 minutes away from Lake Michigan’s, Indiana Dunes State Park, the area provides hiking trails, camping and breathtaking views. (www.indianadunes.com) Residents of Valparaiso appreciate the friendliness, security, diverse activities and civic involvement of a smaller community while taking advantage of additional cultural, and professional sporting events in nearby Chicago, IL. (http://www.ci.valparaiso.in.us/) Northwest Indiana offers unique downtown events, award winning restaurants and many shopping boutiques. The community hosts many local events for people of all ages, such as movies in the park, yoga in the park, weekly farmers markets, multiple festivals, races, holiday events and more. The housing market provides an excellent array of affordable fine living options ranging from historic homes to new construction. A variety of educational choices are available including 4-star public and private schools. The Valparaiso University’s campus is located downtown, while a Purdue University Calumet, Purdue University North Central and Indiana University Northwest campuses are within 30 minutes of downtown.