Nate Feltman: Next round of leaders must drive change
There likely has never been more turnover in top city and state jobs in such a short time.
Nate Feltman
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Nate Feltman: Your feedback matters at IBJ Media
It might not always be obvious, but in the media business, we like when communication goes both ways.
Nate Feltman: IUPUI split will be key to downtown’s future
As state and city leaders grapple with reinvigorating downtown and contemplate the future economic drivers for the region, arguably nothing holds more promise than the further activation of two of the state’s most powerful research engines.
Nate Feltman: A renaissance coming or trouble ahead?
There is a growing concern that downtown’s appeal and vibrancy is waning and that something must be done.
Nate Feltman: State must double down on IEDC toolkit
At a time of record tax collections and a healthy surplus, now is the time to double down on strategic economic development initiatives that will help Indiana retain and attract the high-wage jobs of the future.
Nate Feltman: CICP leader warns against complacency
Let’s pay David Johnson a tribute in his retirement by upping our game in education, entrepreneurship and ambition for our state.
Nate Feltman: Indiana must prioritize gains in public health
Indiana’s ability to remain economically competitive for job-creating investments in the future faces significant challenges, one of the biggest being the health of Hoosiers.
Nate Feltman: Oesterle to be honored with the Daniels Prize
The Daniels Prize recognizes Hoosiers whose life’s work has lifted the state to a new plane of thought, aspiration, expectation and action in the spirit of Mitch Daniels’ own leadership.
Nate Feltman: Ukraine’s courage unites the west
America and its allies must continue to prioritize Ukraine. After eight months of war in Europe, there is cause for optimism.
Nate Feltman: Jim Brainard’s vision is crucial to Carmel’s success
Brainard believed that making investments in public infrastructure and livable neighborhoods would attract businesses and residents alike, as businesses would want to locate near their workforce or potential workforce.
Nate Feltman: Indiana poised to lead semiconductor push
Indiana’s senior U.S. senator, Todd Young, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, recognized the need for America to lead in the innovation economy and the threat to our national security if we failed to do so.
Nate Feltman: Here’s what Indy could learn from New York
It certainly didn’t hurt that there was a noticeable and comfortable presence of NYPD officers on busy street corners and other public spaces.
Nate Feltman: Transforming IUPUI will pay dividends
For some years, there has been a growing consensus that while IUPUI has been successful on many levels, there is an opportunity to take the presence and engagement of IU and Purdue to the next level in our capital city.
Nate Feltman: Meet 250 people who make our state great
The Indiana 250 celebrates the work of Hoosiers who are making a significant impact on their communities. Honorees come primarily from the business community, but also from not-for-profits, government (not including current elected officials, who were excluded), philanthropy and community organizations.
Nate Feltman: Public safety must be government’s priority
Just as leaders mobilized and marshaled resources to defeat epidemics such as polio, smallpox, Ebola and COVID, we must do so again to solve the uniquely American gun violence problem.
Nate Feltman: For 2024, Indiana needs Mitch Daniels
Could Daniels be convinced to jump in the old RV again and run for governor in 2024? If he did and won, Daniels would be the first Indiana governor to be elected to the office three times.
Nate Feltman: Penske’s passion is good for city, state
Miles, McMillian, Gonzales, Saul and their colleagues are building an even more special product that is accessible to a broader audience.
Nate Feltman: Lilly’s Ricks delivers important medicine
When the CEO of Eli Lilly and Co. provides direct feedback as to why high-paying jobs that could have come to Indiana did not, we all should take note.
Nate Feltman: Elanco planned HQ campus is promising for downtown growth
CEO Jeff Simmons’ goal is to make Indianapolis “an epicenter of animal health innovation.” While a bold goal, Simmons has proven he is a bold leader who prioritizes the growth of his company, as well as the community.
Nate Feltman: I see glimmer of hope for American unity
No doubt, there are dark days ahead as new COVID variants inevitably appear and more innocent Ukrainians are killed. But recent events might offer a silver lining for America—a reminder of all that we have in common and the freedoms we enjoy.