Lach leaving Horizon League for executive role with Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Julie Roe Lach has been commissioner of the Indianapolis-based Horizon League since 2021 and also chairs the Indiana Sports Corp. board of directors.
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Community Health Network names physician, strategic growth leader as new CEO
He succeeds longtime leader Bryan Mills, who announced his retirement earlier this year after more than 40 years working for Community.
Redefined Indiana economic development roles coming, months after legislative mandate
Secretary of Commerce David Adams remains both CEO and president of the Indiana Economic Development Corp., but that’s expected to change next month.
Andretti Global hires Ron Ruzewski as team principal, reuniting him with driver Will Power
Ruzewski was one of three Team Penske executives fired during an Indianapolis 500 scandal.
Applied Research Institute promotes Kossack to CEO
The institute declined to provide a reason for the departure of David Roberts, who had led the organization since January 2023.
ACLU of Indiana parts ways with executive director
The Indianapolis-based organization said it will use interim co-executive directors until a replacement for Chris Daley is found.
Former IndyStar reporter Ryan Martin returns as executive editor
Martin was part of a team of journalists from IndyStar and three other news organizations that won the 2021 Pulitzer in the category of national reporting.
Martin University president Huddleston to step down
Sean Huddleston was appointed the fifth president of the Predominantly Black Institution in 2019 and received a 10-year contract extension in 2022.
Bob Bryant to retire as 500 Festival president and CEO
A veteran sports marketing executive, Bryant has served as leader of the nonprofit since 2013.
IEDC leader to depart as part of ‘evolution’ of agency
Jeff Blade has served as the Indiana Economic Development Corp.’s executive director for less than a year.
Lucas Oil founder Forrest Lucas dies at 83
Lucas, who was born in southern Indiana, built Lucas Oil Products into a household name by signing a sponsorship to put the company’s name on the home of the Indianapolis Colts for 20 years beginning in 2006.
Indiana higher education board to vote on Katie Jenner as new commissioner
If successful, Jenner would begin the role Oct. 11—leading both the Indiana Department of Education and the higher education commission.
UPDATE: Pacers, Rick Carlisle agree to contract extension
Carlisle, 65, has led the team since 2021. He was previously head coach of the Pacers from 2003 to 2007.
Irvington Community Schools charter network restarts CEO search after staff absences, public protest
Dozens of students, staff, and parents gathered outside Irvington Preparatory Academy on Tuesday to demand a different CEO. Former CEO Häns Lassiter resigned in February with no public explanation.
Li Li Leung guided USA Gymnastics out of the darkness. The outgoing president is eager for a break
The outgoing CEO of the Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics discussed transforming the organization, re-establishing trust after scandal and the search for her successor.
Former Corteva leader tapped as next AgriNovus CEO
She brings 15 years of experience in the food and agriculture space, including more than seven years at Dow AgroSciences.
CEO Cindy Konich stepping down after 41 years at Federal Home Loan Bank
Brendan McGrath, executive vice president and chief risk and compliance officer, will succeed Konich on Oct. 1.
Anthony Richardson injured as Colts fall to Ravens in preseason opener
Richardson left with the injured finger in the middle of the Colts’ second possession after being sacked.
Simon Property Group names Eli Simon chief operating officer
The younger Simon will work closely with his father, CEO David Simon.
Brightlane Learning announces CEO transition
Brightlane Learning provides academic support to unhoused students, as well as guidance for their families and caregivers at more than 30 Indianapolis-area schools and shelters.