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Empowering American Cities: Local Economic Intelligence, Trusted Advice

Trying to interpret economic trends and dynamics can leave business owners, employers and others feeling like they’re translating a mystifying language. Empowering American Cities with Fifth Third Bank and UNC Kenan Institute offers a fresh approach to economic research tailored for local economies so leaders can position themselves for optimal growth and performance across America. […]

2024 Indiana Global Economic Summit is key to building state’s economy of the future

Two months before the second Indiana Global Economic Summit, Andrea Richter-Garry explains the goals of the Summit and its importance to all Hoosiers. Richter-Garry is chair of the Summit and senior vice president of global strategy and engagement for the Indiana Economic Development Corp. Q: What is the Indiana Global Economic Summit? The Indiana Global […]

When the Business of Your Business Becomes Your Wealth

If you ask any entrepreneur or executive what their primary goal is, you’re almost guaranteed to get the same response: to build or grow a successful business and create value for shareholders. With the interests of the individual and the company perfectly aligned in this way, one of nature’s most frictionless, symbiotic relationships is born. […]

Balancing Cost and Quality with Price Transparency Tools

Across the country, businesses are looking to reliable data metrics like healthcare price transparency tools, advanced data analytics and actuarial predictive models to find healthcare offerings that provide quality care at a reasonable cost. To stay ahead in the race toward healthcare value while mitigating their growing fiduciary risk, employers must use data as a […]

Navigating Opportunities in Indianapolis Despite Economic Uncertainty

Indianapolis is one of the most economical multifamily markets in the Midwest. However, over the last year, much like other areas across the U.S., we’ve experienced market uncertainty due to factors like increased inflation and rumors of a recession. While these challenges arose, the region’s resilience and adaptability allowed us to provide great returns for […]

Superior Dental Care brings its highly regarded dental plans to the entire state of Indiana

Superior Dental Care (SDC), a company with two decades of experience serving Hoosiers in the eastern portion of Indiana, is broadening its reach by offering dental plans statewide. In an era when finding and keeping good employees is a major challenge, companies can set themselves apart by offering robust benefits packages. SDC’s statewide growth gives […]

Unprecedented investments in life sciences, technology will advance IU, state on global stage

Indiana University is taking bold steps to boost Indiana’s global leadership and impact in the life sciences and biotechnology, as well as microelectronics and nanotechnology, as part of more than $350 million of investments in research, in-demand degree programs, and economic development initiatives. The university’s investment will boost the growth of the microelectronics industry in […]

Tackling Chronic Conditions Through Employer Wellness Programs

In today’s fast-paced work environment, the health and well-being of employees is paramount. A healthy and engaged workforce can lead to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, cost savings and better company culture. Employers can make the biggest impact by helping employees manage chronic health conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and obesity. It’s no secret chronic […]

From Dreams to Deals: Avoiding Pitfalls in Commercial Real Estate Financing

In commercial real estate transactions, time is money, execution is everything and projects generally do not move forward without a mortgage loan. Lenders and their counsel should view a project as if the lender is the eventual buyer, owner and seller. For developers, considering the transaction from a lender’s point of view can save them […]

IU 2030: IU’s Strategic Plan for a Stronger Indiana

Indiana University — one of the nation’s leading public research universities — has a bold new plan to advance student success, expand the depth and breadth of IU research, and strengthen the university’s impact in communities across the state and around the world. IU 2030 is a comprehensive university-wide strategic plan, approved by the university […]

How Increasing Medicaid Payment Can Help Lower Costs

Indiana hospitals take great pride in providing world-class care to every person who walks through their doors 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As hospitals strive to deliver the highest level of service to all patients, mounting pressures on the state’s health care system are putting patient access at risk. Our member facilities […]

Indiana’s Creative Economy Call to Action

Indiana stands at a transformative juncture—a moment ripe with the potential to redefine our state’s economic DNA through the alchemy of creativity and strategic investment. As the co-founder and creative director of PATTERN since its inception, I’ve been deeply entrenched in Central Indiana’s creative pulse since 2006. Fast forward to today, and I’ve evolved into a publisher, […]

Entrepreneurs drive Indiana’s economy

Indiana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is thriving and at the center of Indiana’s economy as Indiana builds a sustainable future for the next generation. Natasha Matta-Jensen, Vice President of Entrepreneurship & Innovation Development, shares the state’s entrepreneurial strategy. Can you describe what the Entrepreneurship and Small Business team does at the IEDC? The IEDC’s Entrepreneurship and Small […]

How an Indy-based airline is trying to solve the pilot shortage and LIFTing the community

As a reader of the Indianapolis Business Journal, you’ve likely heard about Republic Airways. There’s a good chance you’ve taken one of their regional flights under the banners of American, Delta or United. Or maybe you’ve driven past their new Aviation Campus, which is still under construction on US-31 in Carmel. Still, there’s probably a […]

Indiana University Indianapolis is poised to transform city and state

The next chapter in Indiana University’s more than 130 years of service to Indianapolis is well underway. Indiana University Indianapolis doesn’t officially launch until fall of 2024, but the state’s preeminent urban research university is already on the rise. With new funding and focus, IU-Indianapolis is doubling down on science, tech and other disciplines with […]

The State Small Business Credit Initiative explained

The State Small Business Credit Initiative can be a great tool for lenders and a valuable source of capital for entrepreneurs and small businesses, especially those from underserved communities. Read below to find out how SSBCI, which is administered by the Indiana Economic Development Corp., can work for you. What is SSBCI? The State Small […]

DINSMORE LEGAL – Where Developers Go Wrong When They Go It Alone

Getting to the proverbial “closing table” is not as easy as it looks. Every commercial real estate transaction comes with ups and downs and unexpected challenges. The experienced real estate attorneys at Dinsmore & Shohl have identified potential hurdles, which if overcome, can minimize common pitfalls in a transaction. The Letter of Intent. Many transactions […]

Technology applications at Trine only limited by students’ imagination

Supported by a desire to give students the most up-to-date academic experience and a generous grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., Trine University boasts Thunderous technology that allows students to create and fabricate anything they can imagine. The Don Wood Foundation Makerspace Innovation Learning Lab (MILL), opened as part of Trine University’s new Steel Dynamics Inc. […]