Finish Line names new president from within
Samuel M. Sato joined the company in 2007 and previously had served as president of the Indianapolis-based retailer’s Finish Line brand.
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Urban League taps new leader to replace Slash
Tony Mason was chosen to succeed Joseph Slash as the group's president and CEO effective Oct. 13. Mason will become only the third CEO in the organization’s 49-year existence.
White takes next step in hoops career, becomes Fever coach
Stephanie White was the perfect fit to coach the Indiana Fever. After all, the Indiana native has virtually spent her whole life in the Hoosier state.
School of Philanthropy at IUPUI appoints new dean
Indiana University has found a successor to Gene Tempel, who is set to step down as dean of the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI. The position will be funded through the newly created Eugene R. Tempel Deanship.
Lin Dunn’s Hall of Fame career comes to an end
Indiana Fever coach Lin Dunn's postgame meeting with her players Wednesday was unlike any season wrap-up speech she had ever given.
Boone County agency taps native as eco-devo leader
Molly Whitehead joined Boone Economic Development Corp. as executive director Aug. 18, a little more than a month after predecessor Bryan Brackemyre left for a job at Ernst & Young.
Local Goodwill boss McClelland set to retire in mid-2015
After four decades at the helm of Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana, CEO Jim McClelland plans to step down at the end of June.
BidPal sees changes at top, cuts workforce
BidPal Inc., one of the Indianapolis-area’s fastest-growing companies in recent years, has reduced its workforce by 25 percent and is looking for a replacement for longtime CEO and local tech titan Scott Webber.
New airport boss sees bright future amid big industry changes
Mario Rodriguez has taken the captain’s chair at Indianapolis International Airport, which has been recognized as the “best airport” in North America by its peers, but also carries a high debt load and has struggled to add nonstop airline service.
AYS founder, CEO steps down after nearly 35 years
The after-school child services group has installed an interim leader while it searches for a replacement for CEO Ellen Clippinger.
Lab software firm raises $8.5M, names new CEO
A San Diego venture capital firm has made a big bet on Indigo BioSystems Inc., which just installed its founder as the new chief executive.
ExactTarget execs: Expect smooth transition
Outgoing CEO Scott Dorsey wants to spend time with his four daughters, focus on mentoring young entrepreneurs, and maybe travel a little for leisure. His successor, longtime executive Scott McCorkle, plans to keep the company focused on email, even as the firm adds a broader suite of digital marketing services.
Longtime exec now in driver’s seat at marketer ExactTarget
Company observers praised the elevation of Scott McCorkle to CEO for his combination of tech smarts, people skills, and experience with international operations.
Longtime Barnes & Thornburg leader stepping down
Alan Levin will relinquish his role as Barnes & Thornburg’s managing partner in November to Robert Grand, who leads the firm’s Indianapolis office. Levin has led the firm for 17 years.
Target CEO Steinhafel out in wake of data breach
The nation's third-largest retailer, which has 13 stores in the Indianapolis area, has struggled to regain its footing in the five months since hackers stole credit and debit card information on tens of millions of customers.
Longtime Indianapolis Opera director resigns
Artistic Director James Caraher has tendered his resignation after 33 years with the Indianapolis Opera, the general manager of the struggling arts organization said Wednesday afternoon.
Former HHGregg COO hired to lead bicycle retailer
BikeStreet announced Monday that it has hired Gregg W. Throgmartin as its CEO, the same day as his departure from HHGregg became official.
Fifth Third combines Indiana banking regions
Fifth Third Bancorp has combined its Central Indiana and Southern Indiana units into a single affiliate. Nancy Huber, CEO of the company’s Central Indiana region since 2009, will retire May 15.
Comlux America names new chief executive
Indianapolis-based Comlux America, which operates an aircraft completion and maintenance center near Indianapolis International Airport, promoted Jim Soleo to CEO, the company announced Wednesday.
Irsay arrest spurs talk of Colts succession plan
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay gave a clear signal in 2012 about his long-term succession plan by naming his three daughters vice chairwomen and co-owners. His March 16 arrest might hasten the launch of that plan, or at the very least give Colts fans a glimpse of what it will look like.