Matt Ottinger, Author at Indiana Chamber of Commerce

BizVoice® Digital: Data Centers, Energy, Northeast Indiana and Much More

BizVoice® Digital: Data Centers, Energy, Northeast Indiana and Much More

Cover Story: Indiana’s Next Frontier As Indiana charts a new era of economic growth, data centers are emerging as a powerful opportunity. Supporters point to the potential for major investment, new infrastructure, high-paying jobs and increased tax revenue that can benefit communities for decades. From strengthening the state's technology ecosystem to helping attract additional business development, these projects are [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-08-13T13:42:38-04:00August 13th, 2026|

Precise Systems, Crane Division Awarded $116.8 Million Contract to Support Airborne Electronic Attack Depot Operations at NSWC Crane

CRANE – Precise Systems has been awarded a five-year, $116.8 million contract to provide Engineering, Technical, Logistics and Programmatic Support Services for Airborne Electronic Attack Warfare Depot Operations at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division. The contract will provide critical engineering, technical, logistics and programmatic expertise in support of electronic warfare systems that enhance readiness and mission [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-08-12T15:12:28-04:00August 12th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber September Summits to Focus on Employee Well-Being, Childcare Access

(INDIANAPOLIS) — With talent needs remaining a top priority for Indiana employers, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce will host two September summits focused on issues that directly affect workforce participation, productivity and long-term economic strength: employee well-being and access to reliable childcare. The 2026 Indiana Wellness Summit, presented by the Indiana Chamber and Wellness Council of Indiana, is set [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-08-10T11:30:44-04:00August 10th, 2026|

SBA Holds Competition for Small Manufacturers

SBA Holds Competition for Small Manufacturers

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering up to $20 million in targeted and mission-aligned awards prize awards that will bring innovation to the country's manufacturing base and rapidly expand production capacity in areas identified as critical supply chain chokepoints. The overall objective is to deliver measurable, near-term improvements by directing resources toward: - Existing suppliers with the ability [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-08-07T13:11:22-04:00August 7th, 2026|

Hiring Event at O’Neal Manufacturing Services in Indianapolis

LAWRENCE – O’Neal Manufacturing Services (OMS) will host a hiring event at its Lawrence facility on August 25, 26 and 27, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. OMS will hold open interviews for the positions of laser operators, maintenance, manufacturing analyst, material handlers, MIG welders, parts cleaners, plasma operators, press brake operators and oxy-burning machine operators. Positions are available [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-07-31T10:10:36-04:00July 31st, 2026|

Celebrating 2026 Indiana Intern Day!

Celebrating 2026 Indiana Intern Day!

https://youtu.be/UANb0E-enwQ Sally Saydshoev of our Institute for Workforce Excellence shares a special message for Indiana Intern Day! We're enjoying seeing the celebrations of the power of work-based learning in Indiana.

Matt Ottinger2026-07-30T14:49:39-04:00July 30th, 2026|

CNN’s Scott Jennings, Fox News’ Jessica Tarlov to Headline Indiana Chamber Annual Awards Dinner

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Two of the nation’s most recognizable political commentators will bring their sharp insights and opposing perspectives to one of Indiana’s premier business events this fall. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s 37th Annual Awards Dinner on November 5 will feature a keynote presentation by Scott Jennings, lead Republican commentator at CNN, and Jessica Tarlov, Democratic co-host of The [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-07-29T13:02:10-04:00July 29th, 2026|

State Tax Amnesty Window is Now Open

State Tax Amnesty Window is Now Open

The 2025 state budget bill required the Department of Revenue (DOR) to establish an amnesty program before January 1, 2027 for up to eight business weeks for taxpayers who have an unpaid tax liability that was due and payable before January 1, 2023. The amnesty program, which waives related penalties, interest and collection fees while open, is estimated to [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-07-28T12:57:15-04:00July 28th, 2026|

SEA 76 Webinar Highlights: Employer Safeguards and What Comes Next

SEA 76 Webinar Highlights: Employer Safeguards and What Comes Next

The Indiana Chamber hosted a webinar Thursday featuring Blake Lanning, assistant chief deputy with the Indiana Office of the Attorney General (OAG), to discuss implementation of Senate Enrolled Act 76. The conversation offered employers valuable insight into how the OAG intends to implement the new law, which authorizes the OAG to investigate employers suspected of knowingly or intentionally employing [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-07-27T07:47:58-04:00July 27th, 2026|

New TPM Academy® Graduates Build Momentum for Employer-Led Talent Pipelines

(INDIANAPOLIS) — More Indiana employers and workforce leaders are putting employer-led talent strategies into action following the graduation of the second cohort of the TPM Academy® of Indiana, an initiative designed to strengthen talent pipelines and better align education and training with workforce needs. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Workforce Excellence, in partnership with the Indiana Commission [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-07-27T09:13:56-04:00July 27th, 2026|

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