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Indiana Chamber Annual Awards Nominations Due Next Month

It's time to nominate a deserving candidate for statewide honors at the 37th Annual Awards Dinner. Please submit your nominations by June 19. Join us to celebrate the winners on November 5 at the JW Marriott Indianapolis! 2026 AWARDS: Ogletree Deakins Business Leader of the Year Honors a Hoosier business leader who has demonstrated excellence in enhancing their own [...]

2026-05-18T13:53:25-04:00May 13th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber Among Chambers Backing ‘Prove It Act’

The Indiana Chamber was among the state, regional, local and metro chambers of commerce that recently signed a coalition letter in support of H.R. 1163, the Prove It Act of 2025. The letter urges the U.S. House of Representatives to consider and pass the legislation to strengthen the Regulatory Flexibility Act and bolster the voice of small business in [...]

2026-05-15T11:04:06-04:00May 12th, 2026|

How the Employer Childcare Tax Credit Can Benefit Indiana Businesses

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKUoEiNtlCU Our vice president of government affairs Camille D. Blunt explains Indiana’s expansion of the employer childcare tax credit under House Enrolled Act 1177 gives businesses new, broader ways to support working families and reduce tax liability. Hear how your organization can benefit.

2026-05-04T15:44:28-04:00May 5th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber’s Policy Summit to Bring Together Committees

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixDw12EPxw8 Our vice president of government affairs Natalie Goodwin shares news of our upcoming June Policy Summit, noting it's designed to foster collaboration through structured, integrative discussions that align varied issues into forward-looking policy recommendations for the 2027 legislative session.

2026-04-30T09:14:55-04:00May 4th, 2026|

Goodwill’s Lisa Allen Named Indiana HR Professional of the Year

(INDIANAPOLIS) — A thought leader known for building trust at all levels of her organization, Lisa Allen, vice president and chief human resources officer at Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana, has been named the 2026 Ogletree Deakins Human Resources Professional of the Year Award winner. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce honored Allen today at an awards luncheon held [...]

2026-04-30T14:05:13-04:00April 30th, 2026|

Indiana’s Primary Races Have Generational Significance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37wzU-5HtEE In this brief video, our senior vice president of political affairs Jeff Brantley underscores the importance of next week’s primary election, calling it “generational” in impact despite no marquee races at the top. He also outlines how the Chamber’s IBRG political action committee is involved.

2026-04-28T15:05:37-04:00April 29th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber Calls ‘IN AI’ a Forward-Looking Move in the Right Direction

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce applauds Governor Mike Braun’s announcement today, revealing “IN AI,” a new statewide initiative focused on helping businesses grow, create jobs and increase wages through the practical application of human-centered artificial intelligence. Braun explained the initiative will be executed by the CEOs of Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) and will work directly with employers [...]

2026-04-28T13:01:52-04:00April 28th, 2026|

VIDEO: No Downtime Between Sessions for the Indiana Chamber

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcaocCuc3_o So what does the Indiana Chamber do between legislative sessions? Our vice president of public policy and general counsel Adam H. Berry relays that work between legislative sessions is focused on advancing policy priorities, supporting members through legal action and shaping long-term strategy with partners so our team returns to the Statehouse prepared with practical, member-driven solutions. [...]

2026-04-24T08:37:53-04:00April 27th, 2026|

Indiana Workers’ Compensation Conference to Feature the Latest Updates

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Understanding and complying with workers’ compensation laws is imperative for businesses to keep employees safe and improve workers’ comp programs. An upcoming Indiana Chamber of Commerce event, the 2026 Indiana Workers' Compensation Conference, will help companies navigate claims and audit their current program. The conference – presented by attorneys at Kightlinger & Gray LLP – takes place May [...]

2026-04-24T07:55:47-04:00April 24th, 2026|

New School Accountability System Approved

Indiana will reintroduce A–F school grades in 2026 under a redesigned accountability system aligned with the state’s Graduates Prepared to Succeed vision. The model expands beyond test scores to include: - academic mastery and student growth; - career and post-secondary readiness (credentials, diplomas and work-based learning); - work ethic (attendance and engagement); and - communication, collaboration and civic/financial literacy. [...]

2026-04-21T11:35:51-04:00April 21st, 2026|