E-commerce company Radial opens 2nd Avon fulfillment center
In addition to adding more than 100 jobs at the center, the company has tapped China-based logistics tech firm Geek+ to provide automation and robotics for the facility.
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Cunningham to manage Pacers-owned facility with restaurant, speakeasy, event space
As being developed by Indianapolis-based Cunningham Restaurant Group, the lineup of eateries in the $20 million Commission Row will include an upscale restaurant with steak and seafood, as well as a tavern-style concept with more shareable fare.
Report: Golf tees up big economic impact in Indiana
An economic impact report from the National Golf Foundation, released Tuesday, suggests the business of golf is a $2 billion economic driver in Indiana.
Fishers-based marketing-tech firm Vibenomics acquired
Vibenomics, which has raised about $32 million in investment capital since its 2016 launch, is now owned by Austin, Texas-based Mood Media, a much larger player in marketing tech field.
UIndy names Tanuja Singh as new president
Singh, provost and senior vice president of academic affairs at Loyola University New Orleans since July 2020, has worked in leadership at higher education institutions for almost 30 years.
Lebanon planners approve Eli Lilly manufacturing site in Boone County
The Lebanon Plan Commission voted unanimously Monday to approve Eli Lilly and Co.’s development plan for its two manufacturing facilities in Boone County.
Fishers City Council adopts Allisonville Road corridor study recommendations
The 96-page study by Indianapolis-based HWC Engineering examines the Allisonville Road corridor between East 106th and East 126th streets.
‘Lab to life’ project to support 5G research for aviation industry
The Purdue University Airport is partnering with aerospace and defense company Saab and telecommunications business Ericsson to create a 5G network to support research that could improve operations and security at airports, the university announced Monday.
The maddest March ever? Underdogs head to the Sweet 16
Defending national champion the University of Kansas and fellow No. 1 seed Purdue University are gone—the Boilermakers with a slice of unwanted history. The Sweet 16 won’t have blue bloods Kentucky, Duke or North Carolina for only the second time since 1979.
Amazon cuts 9,000 more jobs, bringing 2023 total to 27,000
The job cuts would mark the second largest round of layoffs in the company’s history, adding to the 18,000 employees the tech giant said it would lay off in January.
Indiana pension system contracts with conservative anti-ESG firm
The contract with anti-ESG firm Strive Advisory, LLC and its co-founder Vivek Ram is capped at $150,000 — with conservative Republican presidential candidate Ramaswamy set to earn $4,000 per hour for ad hoc work.
IBJ Podcast: Are apartments the future of downtown Indianapolis?
Joining the podcast this week are apartment market specialist George Tikijian, real estate developer Eric Gershman and Deputy Mayor Scarlett Andrews.
Kroger again planning grocery relocation at busy Fishers intersection, study says
Kroger plans to move from its store at 7272 Fishers Crossing Dr. across Allisonville Road to the site of a former Marsh Supermarkets store, according to a consultant’s study commissioned by city officials.
Neil Patrick Harris joins roster of speakers at NFT-ticketed VeeCon
The “How I Met Your Mother” star, music producer Timbaland and “Bar Rescue” host Jon Taffer are among the newly announced participants for the technology-focused summit.
After Ohio derailment, Indy officials consider impact of potential downtown toxic spill
In downtown Indianapolis, where train lines hug the eastern and southern boundaries of the city’s Mile Square, a hazardous spill evacuation could affect more than 100,000 people—including office workers, residents, business owners and visitors, depending on the time of day.
Fishers biotech firm lands additional FDA approval for imaging product
Illuccix was first approved by the FDA in December 2021. The imaging agent is designed to target and “light up” cancerous cells, making it easier for oncologists to determine through a PET scan if the cells have spread to areas outside the prostate.
Dance Kaleidoscope reels in the years with the Beatles
‘Magical Decades Tour’ show mixes songs popularized by the Beatles with hits by other artists in multiple decades.
‘World’s whitest paint,’ developed at Purdue, wins big at SXSW
A product developed by researchers at Purdue University that was recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s whitest paint has earned two major awards.
New IndyFringe leader wants to add to energy on Mass Ave
Former flute professor Jennifer Cooper previously served as executive director of the Montana International Choral Festival.
North of 96th roundup: Scenthound, Don Rigo among those set for openings
Several restaurants and businesses have recently opened or are planning to open their doors in the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a look.