Marketing firm TrendyMinds moving to Market Street
The company has purchased a former labor union hall building and plans to invest $1 million to refurbish the property before moving in early next year.
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EnerDel parent facing shareholder legal battle
At least three lawsuits accuse Ener1, the parent of Indianapolis-based advanced-battery maker EnerDel, of misleading investors about its financial condition.
City-County Council passes smaller budget for 2012
The city’s 2012 budget totals $944 million and represents a 3-percent decrease from this year’s version. The new budget includes funding cuts of 6 percent for nearly every department, except public safety.
Manufacturer plans to add 150 jobs in New Castle
Ohio-based Crown Equipment Corp. said it will purchase and renovate the former Metaldyne building in New Castle as part of a $15 million expansion in Indiana. The plant has been idle since 2009.
Colts’ Tom Zupancic resigns unexpectedly
The longtime Indianapolis Colts employee could not be reached to comment on the reason for his mid-season departure.
Gates Foundation gift aids Mind Trust initiative
Grant for $500,000 will go toward use of technology to personalize learning.
Verizon gives $400,000 to Indiana not-for-profits
About half the amount will go to domestic violence agencies, including the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Domestic Violence Network of Greater Indianapolis and The Julian Center.
PROXY CORNER: Celadon Group Inc.
Indianapolis-based Celadon Group Inc. is a trucking company that provides long-haul, full-truckload freight service through Canada, the United States and Mexico.
EDITORIAL: Charter grants beckon big education ideas
The Mind Trust is laying plans to hand out up to five $1 million grants next June to teams of educational entrepreneurs who would use the money to develop and launch innovative charter schools in Indianapolis.
Airport snags growing eyebrow boutique
Simply Eyebrows is joining Indianapolis International’s heralded collection of retailers.
Allison cuts ribbon on assembly plant in Hungary
The 150-employee operation will ship products to international customers.
More Hoosier investment advisers will be regulated by state
The federal Dodd-Frank act shifts firms from Securities and Exchange Commission oversight.
Develop Indy leader named Chamber president
Scott Miller, president and CEO of Develop Indy, will assume the top post at the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce by Dec. 1. The two groups have been discussing a merger.
Software firm plans to open downtown office, add 250 jobs
Massachusetts-based Kronos Inc., a work force management software firm, plans to create 250 jobs by 2015 as part of a $5.1 million expansion to Indianapolis. The company will occupy 31,000 square feet in downtown’s PNC Center.
Manufacturer to beef up Frankfort operations, adding 160 jobs
LEP Special Fasteners Inc. will relocate parts of its management, sales and distribution functions from Elgin, Ill., and expand its current manufacturing plant in Frankfort by 250,000 square feet.
Walk Indianapolis debuts with downtown architectural tours
The joint effort between local architects and tourism officials allows residents and visitors to download self-guided audio tours of the city’s major monuments, sports venues and public buildings.
Klipsch purchase helps fuel Audiovox sales
Audiovox's CEO credited Klipsch with helping Audiovox report strong financials Tuesday. Audiovox completed its purchase of the Indianapolis speaker maker in March.
Printing manufacturer to expand in Tipton, create 35 jobs
Bottcher America Corp. will invest $2.1 million to purchase new gear and create a 30,000-square-foot addition to its current facilities.