JUNE 18-24, 2012
This week, read about how the slumping economy has helped Madison County tomato processor Red Gold see black and find out why the Indianapolis Colts are seeking help off the field. Also, check out our annual Indiana 100 section, which tracks the state's largest companies. And in Forefront, John Mutz and Sue Swayze discuss when and how to compromise for the greater good.
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Mayor mulls City-County Building management deal
Mayor Greg Ballard is giving the private sector its first shot at managing the City-County Building since the downtown structure opened 50 years ago. The city and county lease it from the Indianapolis-Marion County Building Authority, but Ballard’s office has posted a request for information from real estate firms interested in a 30-year operating agreement.
Read MoreAnalysts say Angie’s List on path to profitability
Indianapolis-based Angie’s List hasn’t made a profit since it was founded nearly 17 years ago. But analysts think the company that offers consumer-written reviews of service providers is on track to become profitable in 2014.
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Colts enlisting outside help to sell tickets
Stung by a 2-14 season and the departure of star quarterback Peyton Manning, the Indianapolis Colts this month hired Get Real Sports Sales and six summer interns to help sell 3,000 season tickets that weren’t moving.
Read MoreRed Gold benefits from consumers’ thrifty ways
Since the recession hit, consumers looking to save a few bucks have embraced canned produce—a trend that has kept Madison County tomato processor Red Gold in the black.
Read MoreBenefits brokers gain ground without merging
While mergers and acquisitions have been rampant in central Indiana’s benefits-broker industry the past five years, a handful of brokers has grown the old-fashioned way—by adding clients.
Read MoreFair Finance CFO staying out of prosecutors’ crosshairs
Rick Snow, Fair Finance Co.'s former chief financial officer, isn't accused of collecting insider loans like co-defendants Tim Durham and Jim Cochran. But he's facing the same felony charges.
Read MoreLittle Red Door absorbs program of group that’s disbanding
Fishers-based Cancer-Free Lungs decided last year it was ready to shut down.
Read MoreCompendium moving its business beyond blogging software
Compendium Software says there’s money to be made in creating a place where marketing content can be centralized and repurposed and sent out via e-mail newsletters, social media channels and—of course—blogs.
Read MoreLauth embarks on turnaround of The Congressional in Carmel
The local developer moved its offices into the building and plans more than $2 million in upgrades to reposition a property that fell on hard times at the dawn of the national real estate crisis.
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EDITORIAL: Start over to fix Indianapolis schools
A school district where fewer than half the students pass state-standardized tests isn’t getting the job done.
Read MoreMORRIS: Cyclists, do your part to share the road
As we transition to a friendlier “complete streets” city, let’s all stay safe out there.
Read MoreKENNEDY: Sociological whiplash on maddening display
We are electing embarrassing buffoons.
Read MoreBOHANON: Much to applaud in ‘liberal’ Indiana
We are skeptical but not cynical about the role of government.
Read MoreALTOM: LinkedIn hacking case holds a lesson about passwords
You often hear that you’re anonymous online, and you can be if you want to be. But if you want to buy or sell, register for newsletters, or get return e-mails, you have to declare your identity. And that identity is your e-mail address.
Read MoreSKARBECK: Merger lawsuits common, but investors seldom benefit
The filing of merger lawsuits is so predictable that many acquiring companies factor in class-action legal costs as a form of “transaction tax” to get their deals done.
Read MoreHICKS: Fathers influence the personal discount rate
It is quite easy to do things when young and inexperienced that severely limit one’s long-run options.
Read MorePackage liquor stores aren’t so responsible
It is not surprising to read Jon Sinder’s [June 11 letter] tired old defense of Indiana’s archaic liquor laws by somehow suggesting the package liquor store industry is more responsible when it comes to selling alcoholic beverages.
Read MoreImmigrant column spot-on
Very uplifting [June 11 Maurer commentary]. Your question is well posed and it points to the historical “need” for scapegoats.
Read MoreConexus supports governor’s Major Moves
We appreciate the [June 4] attention given to the Conexus Indiana Logistics Council and our work to address Indiana’s long-term infrastructure gap.
Read MoreWells’ credibility hurt
In mid to late May, many news outlets [May 14 IBJ] covered a story with Indianapolis International Airport board President Mike Wells prominently reporting that the airport suffered a $31.3 million operating loss in 2011.
Read MoreThe case for stock options
Your executive compensation headlines [June 4] makes one think about the fairness of such large awards.
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Indianapolis firm launching dream-sharing app
Remember.com’s free Dreamt It app will be followed by a paid version with additional features.
Read MoreCentral Indiana housing market enjoys strong May
In May, pending sales of existing homes in the Indianapolis area increased 7 percent from the same month last year while building permits for new construction rose 20 percent.
Read MorePurchase offers fail to satisfy creditors of Shelbyville casino
Owner of Indiana Grand Casino plans to proceed with recapitalization plan instead.
Read MoreLilly chases Novo in insulin race
Eli Lilly and Co. announced positive results for an experiemental insulin at the annual American Diabetes Association conference in Philadelphia, but was still upstaged by Denmark-based Novo Nordisk A/S.
Read MoreBuckingham recruiting tenants for CityWay office building
Structure to be built steps away from Rolls-Royce, Lilly and newly built apartments and retail space.
Read MoreNFP of NOTE: Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Indiana Chapter
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation's mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.
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