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BizVoice: Energy Panel, Chuck Todd, Economic Development and More

A roundtable of heavy hitters involved with varied aspects of Indiana’s energy landscape discusses how the state is positioning itself for future power generation and economic development attraction, which will pay off for all in the long run. While the experts didn’t always agree, they do want the same thing: The state’s economic success to continue. The current edition [...]

2024-08-19T11:54:10-04:00August 19th, 2024|

Employer Wellness Consultations: Plan for Fall 2024!

Looking to help your employees and their families achieve optimum health and well-being? The Wellness Council of Indiana provides free, virtual consultations to Hoosier workplaces that seek guidance in evolving their well-being efforts. Get connected to education, strategic direction, best practice sharing and resources. Tobacco Cessation and Maternal Health consultations are now available. Space is limited, so sign up [...]

2024-08-15T07:46:36-04:00August 15th, 2024|

Applications Open for 20th Annual Best Places to Work in Indiana Contest

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Hoosier companies are encouraged to “unveil” what makes them a great employer with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce opening up nominations for its annual Best Places to Work in Indiana competition. The awards program – in its 20th year and themed “Unveiling Excellence” – honors top organizations in the state as determined through employer reports and comprehensive employee [...]

2024-08-14T12:59:38-04:00August 14th, 2024|

2024 Wellness Summit to Tackle Health and Well-Being, Leave Management and More

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Employers looking to improve the health and productivity of their workers are encouraged to send representatives to the 2024 Indiana Wellness Summit on September 12-13 at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis. The two-day summit is a partnership between the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) and brings together Hoosier health and wellness professionals to [...]

2024-08-12T08:43:21-04:00August 12th, 2024|

Recapping a Successful Indiana Intern Day

On July 25, organizations across Indiana joined Work and Learn Indiana and the Indiana Commission for Higher Education to celebrate Indiana Intern Day! More than 70 employers, educators and community partners engaged with Indiana Intern Week workshops. 149 organizations pledged to participate in Indiana Intern Day. Those organizations celebrated more than 1,200 interns. The day's celebrations garnered more than [...]

2024-08-07T15:08:47-04:00August 7th, 2024|

GUEST POST: Indianapolis Places Sixth in Coworking Cafe Economic Ranking

The following is a guest blog from Coworking Cafe regarding a recent ranking on the economic vitality of American cities: In an economic landscape that is constantly changing, a city’s prosperity is not only brought by a robust job market, but also by investments in infrastructure, local entrepreneurship, innovation, and community. Therefore, we took into consideration metrics such as [...]

2024-08-05T13:02:30-04:00August 5th, 2024|

Registration Now Open for ‘Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana’ Competition

(INDIANAPOLIS) — If you’re an Indiana maker of something cool or know a company that is, spread the word: There’s a big opportunity to show off your wares and get called out in the best possible way. The Indiana Chamber’s fourth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana competition is back and combines the state’s proud manufacturing tradition and passion for [...]

2024-08-01T18:52:17-04:00August 1st, 2024|

New Poster Requirement for Hoosier Employers

As of July 1, the Indiana Department of Labor began mandating that Hoosier employers with over 50 full-time employees (or their equivalent) must prominently display a veterans’ benefits and services poster in their workplaces as required by Senate Enrolled Act 15, passed earlier this year. This new poster contains information about substance abuse and mental health treatment, Indiana Bureau of Motor [...]

2024-07-30T13:42:17-04:00July 31st, 2024|

Indiana Tax Court Declares One-Acre Limit on Property Tax Cap Unconstitutional

Judge Justin McAdam of the Indiana Tax Court recently issued a significant ruling in the case of Dr. Tulsi and Kamini Sawlani v. Lake County Assessor, addressing the constitutionality of statutory tax caps under the Indiana Constitution. The Sawlanis, owners of a property in Crown Point, challenged the statutory provision that limits the 1% tax cap to only one [...]

2024-07-30T09:43:23-04:00July 30th, 2024|

Artificial Intelligence Takes Center Stage

In February, Indiana’s chief data officer, Ted Cotterill, created a new artificial intelligence (AI) policy that will apply to state-based AI initiatives. Its goal is to provide a “framework that encourages agencies to harness AI to improve their work in responsible and ethical ways,” according to Cotterill. He believes the policy will ensure state agencies can explore AI – and [...]

2024-07-29T10:08:31-04:00July 29th, 2024|