Thought Leadership Roundtable

Welcome to IBJ's Thought Leadership series. We're talking with experts across all business sectors who want to engage with the Indianapolis business community about industry trends and to share advice and experiences. We are excited to bring their expertise to our readers.

Mark Fisher CEO Indiana Association of REALTORS®
Shelley Specchio CEO MIBOR REALTOR® Association and the Broker Listing Cooperative®

Content sponsored by Indiana Association of REALTORS® and MIBOR REALTOR® Association and the Broker Listing Cooperative®

Residential Real Estate

Housing market on the mend

In this week’s Thought Leadership Roundtable, executives from the Indiana Association of Realtors and the MIBOR Realtor Association talk about good signs for the housing market, popular housing types and state and local hot spots.
Jordan Johnson Cybersecurity Senior Consultant Dean Dorton
Cody Tyler Managing Director EXOS CYBER
Chris Young Director of Cybersecurity Services GadellNet Consulting Services

Content sponsored by Dean Dorton, EXOS CYBER, and GadellNet

Cybersecurity & Technology

Cybersecurity requires savvy, vigilance

In this week’s Thought Leadership roundtable, experts from Dean Dorton, EXOS CYBER, and GadellNet Consulting Services advise businesses on the best practices for keeping their information safe and recovering from cyberattacks when breaches happen.
Julie Manning Magid Vice Dean of the Kelley School of Business at IU Indianapolis Kelley School of Business at IU Indianapolis

Content sponsored by Kelley School of Business at IU Indianapolis

Talent & Workforce

Kelley School of Business Indianapolis is building a robust and reliable talent pipeline

Since 1974, the Kelley School of Business on the IU Indianapolis campus has been shaping business in the city. With robust academic programs, translational research that addresses grand challenges, and growth-focused industry partnerships, Kelley Indianapolis is a vital driver in central Indiana’s talent and workforce development. That’s one reason we are Indianapolis’ business school—for 50 years and counting.
Dr. Christine Negendank President and Chief Medical Officer Adult & Child Health

Content sponsored by Adult & Child

Talent & Workforce

How mission-driven work helps retain and attract top talent

In this Thought Leadership Point of View, Adult & Child Health President and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Christine Negendank discusses how Adult & Child attracts and retains staff through its mission-driven work, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
Brad Moore President and CEO Roche Diagnostics North America

Content sponsored by Roche Diagnostics North America

Health Care & Benefits

A Q&A with Brad Moore, President and CEO, Roche Diagnostics North America

In this week’s Thought Leadership Point of View, Brad Moore, president and CEO of Roche Diagnostics North America, discusses Roche’s significant contributions to preventive care and sustainability, and talks about how Roche is collaborating with other organizations to attract more people to careers in health care.
Dr. Latha Ramchand

Content sponsored by Indiana University Indianapolis

Innovation & Workforce

IU Indianapolis propels city, state forward by prioritizing innovation and workforce needs

An era of transformation is underway at Indiana University Indianapolis that goes beyond our new name or the trident that is now part of the Indianapolis skyline. It starts with our critical location. We are at the heart of a thriving city and region whose leaders are looking to build workforce and human capital. Thanks to the leadership of President Pamela Whitten and the IU Board of Trustees, we are doubling down on our commitment to ensure that students graduate with skills and knowledge that equip them for success in the increasingly competitive job market while bolstering Indiana’s economic vitality. As outlined in the IU 2030 strategic plan, IU Indianapolis is committed to prioritizing student success and opportunity, transformative research and creativity, and service to our state and beyond. 
Jeremy York, SHRM-SCP, SPHR Lead Consultant and President InvigorateHR

Content sponsored by InvigorateHR

Talent & Workforce

In this Thought Leadership Point of View, InvigorateHR owner Jeremy York shares his insights on key topics affecting today’s workplace. InvigorateHR is a consulting firm specializing in optimizing organizational strategies and operations.
Molly Dodge Senior Vice President of Workforce and Careers Ivy Tech Community College
Dr. Katie Minihan Executive Vice President and Chief Impact Officer Project Lead The Way
Dr. Kevin Wachtel Partnership Development and Operations Indiana Wesleyan University

Content sponsored by Indiana Wesleyan University, Ivy Tech Community College, and Project Lead The Way

Talent & Workforce

Talent for today—and tomorrow

In this week’s Thought Leadership Roundtable, leaders at Ivy Tech Community College, Indiana Wesleyan University, and Project Lead The Way discuss what their organizations are doing to fill Indiana’s workforce needs.
Ellie Driscoll Consultant NFP, an Aon company

Content sponsored by NFP, an Aon company

Health Care & Benefits

Transparency can be transformational

As an NFP Benefits Consultant, Ellie Driscoll serves large, self-funded organizations, helping them develop and implement strategies that drive financial outcomes and a positive employee experience. In this Q&A she discusses how to design best-in-class benefits for employees.
Mara Nitu, MD, MBA Vice President and Chief Medical Officer Riley Children’s Health

Content sponsored by IU Kelley School of Business Indianapolis

Process improvement and its impact on healthcare delivery

The importance of refining healthcare processes has never been more pronounced. In the Physician MBA Program at the Kelley School of Business Indianapolis, I learned process improvement—among other management skills—to help me make informed decisions that enhance patient care and organizational performance. Physicians trained in operations management and process improvement can play a pivotal role in leading the future of healthcare, ensuring it is both sustainable and patient-centric.
Karen Allen Dean and Professor Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professions
Alan Witchey President and CEO Damien Center

Content sponsored by Damien Center and Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professions

Health Care

Overcoming barriers for patients and providers

In this week’s Thought Leadership Roundtable, leaders from the Damien Center and the Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professions discuss the need to broaden access to care even as the nursing shortage stretches the resources of health care providers.
Mohammad Rahman Professor of Management Daniels School Chair in Management Purdue University’s Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business

Content sponsored by Purdue University’s Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business

Shaping the disruptors:

How Purdue’s MBT program sets a new standard

In this week’s Thought Leadership Point of View, Mohammad Rahman of Purdue University’s Mitchell E. Daniels School of Business, explains how the school’s newly launched Master of Business and Technology program focuses on the future of business.
Bill Shelton Chief Marketing Officer Group 1001
Minji Ro Chief Strategy Officer Group 1001

Content sponsored by Group 1001

Innovation

Group 1001 bringing innovation to financial services

In this Thought Leadership Point of View, Group 1001 executives Bill Shelton and Minji Ro make clear that innovation doesn’t only happen in the lab.
Brandi Davis-Handy President AES Indiana
Brett Merritt President, Engine Business Cummins
Wendy Srnic Head of Biotechnology Corteva

Content sponsored by AES Indiana, Corteva, and Cummins

Innovation

Bringing technological advancements to life

In this week’s Thought Leadership Roundtable, leaders at AES, Cummins, and Corteva, weigh in on the importance of innovation in their respective industries and offer examples of the innovations they’re bringing to life for the greater good.
Dr. Amie Anderson Dean of the School of Integrated Learning & Development Indiana Wesleyan University
Dr. Sue Ellspermann President Ivy Tech Community College
Dr. Shawn Smith Superintendent Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township

Content sponsored by Indiana Wesleyan University, Ivy Tech Community College, and Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township

Education

Clearing the path to rewarding employment

In this week’s Thought Leadership Roundtable, leaders at Indiana Wesleyan University, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, and the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township discuss the programs their schools have implemented to increase access to education and boost workforce readiness.
Dr. Leslie Hosey Head of School St. Richard’s Episcopal School

Content sponsored by St. Richard’s Episcopal School

The Tragedy of the Phone-Based Childhood is an Urgent Call We Must Answer

Students today need help like never before. A growing body of research–most prominently summarized in Jonathan Haidt’s recent book, The Anxious Generation–shows how smartphones and social media negatively affect children’s academic performance, cognitive development, and mental health. The science is compelling. This moment offers a meaningful opportunity for schools and parents to work together to thwart a persistent threat to our kids’ education and well-being.
Brad Moore President and CEO Roche Diagnostics North America

Content sponsored by Roche Diagnostics North America

Addressing laboratory staffing shortages is critical for healthcare’s future

Reaching new heights since the pandemic, the shortage of skilled healthcare workers continues to be a challenge here in the United States and around the world. Nearly every healthcare delivery point has been affected, including diagnostic laboratories that provide insights to help healthcare providers find the right treatments for patients. According to the Association for Diagnostics and Laboratory Medicine, 70% of the healthcare decisions made throughout a patient’s journey are supported by in-vitro diagnostics—tests that are completed using blood, tissue or urine. Laboratories and the diagnostic results they generate every day—many operating 24/7—make a profound difference in people’s lives.
Steven M. Young, CFP®, CIMA®, CEPA, CM&AA Senior Vice President of Wealth Management UBS Financial Services Inc. UBS Financial Services, Inc.

Content sponsored by UBS Financial Services

Business Succession Planning Q&A

Business succession planning is widely recognized as a crucial component of ensuring a company’s longevity. However, many owners still lack formal plans in place.