Purdue views chief quantum officer position as a big deal
Michael Manfra says quantum technology looks like the future — and it’s his job to make sure Indiana is well-positioned for what he expects is inevitable.
Susan Orr
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NYC-based Wealthspire acquires Indianapolis financial firm, eyes future local growth
Indianapolis-based financial firm Axia Advisory has been acquired by a New York City-based firm that says it plans to use the acquisition as the basis for expansion in this market.
Eric Christopher named as TechPoint CEO
Christopher, the co-founder of Indianapolis-based software firm Zylo, has more than 20 years of experience in securing venture capital and scaling high-growth software companies.
Bond trustee sues addiction treatment centers’ operator
Facilities in Greenfield and Knox are at the heart of a lawsuit that seeks to replace the centers’ Indianapolis-based operator, Crossroads Health Management LLC, over allegations of financial mismanagement and revenue diversion.
Fans hit Lucas Oil for Final Four Friday warm-up activities
Fans from the Indianapolis area and beyond were at downtown for Final Four Friday, which featured open team practice sessions and other activities.
Q&A: Resultant CEO talks about strategy in buying M&A firm
Greg Layok said in evaluating a potential acquisition, “strategic fit is very important, but culture is even more important.”
Short-term rentals are in high demand in Indianapolis for Final Four weekend
Local hotel rooms are virtually sold out this weekend for the Final Four in Indianapolis, and property owners who rent out their homes on sites like Airbnb and Vrbo say they’re also seeing high demand.
Indianapolis-based Resultant acquires Chicago consulting firm
Indianapolis-based data technology and consulting firm Resultant has acquired a Chicago-based consulting firm.
Iran conflict raises cyberattack risk, experts say
International conflicts in the physical world can lead to a spike in cyberattacks — both on government entities and on private companies that don’t necessarily have any connection to the conflict itself.
Clear strikes deal to bring identify verification service to Indianapolis airport
The opt-in subscription service first launched in Orlando and Denver in 2010 and is now available at more than 60 U.S. airports.
Former banker sees more growth opportunities ahead for vehicle-lift dealer
Chris Susott of Carmel bought the Hancock County vehicle equipment company now known as SLE Technologies Inc. He has has diversified the company’s customer base, made several acquisitions and grown its employee count from 20 to 72.
Credit union selling former south-side HQ property
Indiana Members Credit Union, which moved its headquarters to Bottleworks District earlier this year, is selling a portion of its former south-side campus on Madison Avenue.
Q&A: State Bank CEO Matt Price says local knowledge is key to success in both banking and law
As CEO of Brownsburg-based State Bank, Price has a somewhat unusual career history: Rather than climbing the ranks within banking, he spent 30-plus years as an attorney before joining the bank last year.
Truck industry dealmakers talk strategy at Work Truck Week event in Indy
Among those who make, sell, use or repair work trucks and equipment, Indianapolis has been at the center of the universe this week.
Purdue’s president: Universities must adjust to the new realities of AI
Speakers at IBJ’s Technology Power Breakfast, including Purdue University President Mung Chiang, talked about the changes that artificial intelligence is bringing and what people can do to be ready.
Carmel tech firm sues IEDC, others over alleged IP theft
DynamoEdge’s core product uses 5G technology to analyze real-time data to anticipate problems before they occur.
Post-COVID, some employers are rethinking their dress codes
A number of local employers have taken a new look at their dress codes over the past few years, partly due to pandemic-related factors.
Elevate Ventures says it’s proceeding with launch of long-planned growth fund
The Indianapolis-based nonprofit wants to invest $150 million in young Indiana companies who need help to scale their businesses.
Republic Airways outlines postmerger integration efforts
In its first financial report since going public via merger, Carmel-based Republic Airways gave some details about its ongoing integration with Arizona-based Mesa Group. The two companies completed their merger in November.
UIndy hosting AI summit next month
The event will include a keynote speech from Ravi Kumar, the CEO of international IT consulting and outsourcing firm Cognizant and a former executive at Infosys.