SEPT. 8-14, 2023
As Mina Starsiak Hawk wraps up production of HGTV home-reno staple “Good Bones,” she’s airing her frustration with Indianapolis’ Department of Metropolitan Development and Department of Business and Neighborhood Services. Dave Lindquist details how Hawk’s company butted heads with city planners and how they’re responding. Also in this week’s issue, Megan Fernandez explains how the founder and CEO of medical-device-software firm Greenlight Guru has created a world-class training arena for youth basketball players in Indianapolis. And John Russell outlines how independent physicians in Indiana are teaming up to push back against regulatory and economic pressures.
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Greenlight Guru CEO offers top-flight gym to boost young basketball players
David DeRam has used his Progeny Foundation and contributions from clients and partners to invest $10 million in a private, world-class training arena for youth basketball in Indianapolis that opened last year.
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Coalition seeks bargaining power for independent physicians
A group of about 30 independent medical practices in Indiana, called Indiana Physicians Health Alliance Inc., registered with the state in July as a not-for-profit after nearly two years of organizing.
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Star of ‘Good Bones’ show says city officials hampered her work
The HGTV home-improvement show is airing its last season, and Mina Starsiak Hawk says she’s not sure of her next steps. But one thing seems likely: She won’t be redeveloping or building houses regularly in Indianapolis anymore.
Read MoreAlliance aims for equitable placement of EV chargers
A group of Black civil rights organizations is amping up its call for racial equity to be taken into account as state and city leaders decide where to place chargers needed to support the growing number of electric vehicles.
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Mark Montieth: 1987 was some kind of Hoosier sports convergence
It was indeed a glorious time. Simpler, too.
Read MoreIndiana 250: JoAnn Brouillette
JoAnn Brouillette is an operating partner at Lewis & Clark Agrifood, a St. Louis-based growth equity fund focused on investing in the agriculture and food technology sectors. Brouillette also is managing partner and president of Demeter LP, a third-generation family-owned agribusiness firm in her hometown of Fowler. The Hanover College alum joined Demeter, formerly a […]
Read MoreMade in Indiana: Sour Punch candy by American Licorice Co.
History: Chicago resident Martin Kretchmar founded American Licorice Co. in 1914. The Kretchmar family still runs the business, with CEO John Kretchmar (a great-grandson of Martin) at the helm since 1995. Sour Punch candy, a treat that combines sweetness and acidity, was launched by American Licorice in 1990. Headquarters: In 2005, American Licorice Co. took […]
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Elevate Ventures already looking ahead to next year’s Rally conference
But the Indiana Economic Development Corp., which provided $1.5 million for this year’s conference, hasn’t yet decided whether to invest in a 2024 event.
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Local coffee shop to take former Starbucks spot on Monument Circle
Command Coffee has signed a long-term lease for the space, which Starbucks vacated late last year, citing concerns about the safety of its employees.
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Editorial: Mayoral candidates have chance to outline their vision in debates
A welcome turn of events came this week as Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett agreed to debate Republican challenger Jefferson Shreve in two televised events.
Read MoreNate Feltman: Young’s leadership is rare find in U.S. politics
In contrast, Hoosiers last year re-elected a leader who embodies what are today considered the rare qualities listed above when we voted overwhelmingly for Sen. Todd Young to begin his second term as Indiana’s senior U.S. senator.
Read MoreNate LaMar: A legacy of immigrant success from Iran to Israel to the US
At the age of only 18, Hezi Nezaria made a very dangerous aliyah (immigration journey to Israel), with his parents following later.
Read MoreMike Dodd: We must not fund our own destruction
The United States is funding numerous Chinese companies—many with ties to the Chinese Communist Party, known as the CCP, and the Chinese military.
Read MorePete the Planner: To feel good, you need to really know your finances
I know people can take great comfort in hearing, speaking or reading their high annual wage, but I also know that income is only one side of the ledger.
Read MoreKristen Cooper: Leadership Barbies speak up and take action
Given the current state of Indiana affairs, perhaps it’s time to expand the number of “leadership-oriented Barbies” (and Allans)—and to redefine what leadership looks like in 2023 by honing some new skills.
Read MoreCecil Bohanon & John Horowitz: A return of conscription anytime soon is unlikely
The Constitution’s framers feared large, permanent and professional armies. James Madison wrote, “Armies, and debts, and taxes are the known instruments for bringing the many under the domination of the few.”
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Apartments planned for former bar site near Lucas Oil Stadium
A Greenfield-based developer plans to demolish the former Stadium Tavern to make way for a four-story apartment building.
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Republican consultant Anne Hathaway picked to lead Indiana GOP
Hathaway, a longtime Republican politico and consultant, is the first woman to serve as the state party chair.
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City issues RFP for redevelopment of Drake apartment property
The request for proposals requires bids to include an offer of more than $1 million for the property and to fulfill federal Community Development Block Grant parameters
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Chris Baggott stepping down as ClusterTruck CEO; successor named
Baggott, who co-founded ClusterTruck in 2015, plans to continue his involvement in the company through his role as board chair.
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