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All-time high number of nonprofits will be aided Sept. 8-11 as associates contribute remotely Giving back remains business as usual at OneAmerica® this week, as associates will contribute over 1,200 volunteer hours to assist an all-time high number of nonprofits during the company’s seventh annual Week of Caring. This year the tradition will continue with virtual engagement supporting multiple [...]

BKD CPAs & Advisors has selected Tom Watson as its next CEO, effective June 1, 2021. Watson will succeed current CEO Ted Dickman, who is retiring May 31, 2021. Watson’s selection is the culmination of a six-month selection process that was implemented by the firm’s Governing Board. “It is truly an honor to be asked to serve as BKD’s [...]

22-year banking veteran will develop programs and initiatives to support local communities First Merchants Corporation (NASDAQ - FRME) announces Jadira Hoptry as its new director of community lending and development. Hoptry will manage all community lenders throughout First Merchants Bank, while focusing on consumer lending and support of low- to moderate-income and other underserved communities. With more than 20 [...]

Qualifying students can earn an undergraduate certificate at no cost from the university  Indiana Tech is now an approved education provider for Indiana’s Workforce Ready Grant, which is part of the state’s Next Level Jobs program. The initiative provides state residents with free training in high-paying, in-demand industries like manufacturing, construction, health sciences, business, information technology  and more. Qualifying [...]

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has completed the latest upgrade to its campus facilities this summer with the installation of synthetic turf to a multipurpose field used for athletics, recreation and intramural activities. The project’s entire cost has been covered by a charitable gift to the Mission Driven Campaign for Rose-Hulman from an anonymous donor, who has been a longtime [...]

Toyota’s new EZ Control Joystick optimizes productivity by placing all hydraulic controls in a single intuitive feature. Toyota Material Handling (TMH) recently introduced the Toyota EZ Control Joystick, the company’s latest innovation designed to reduce operator fatigue and optimize productivity. The number one forklift manufacturer in North America now offers this ergonomic option on all Core IC, Mid IC, Large IC, Core Electric, [...]

The Wabash Heartland Innovation Network (WHIN) has announced a partnership with Guardian Machine Protection (Guardian MP) to provide discounted services to businesses within the WHIN region. Guardian MP, based in Ft. Wayne, provides preventive maintenance for the advanced manufacturing sector. “We see great value in supporting the service of Guardian MP in the WHIN region,” says Johnny Park, CEO [...]

Indy Eleven and Indiana Chamber are excited to offer you the opportunity to enjoy Indy Eleven professional soccer matches at a discounted rate. September 5 vs Louisville City FC September 9 vs Sporting Kansas City II September 16 vs Louisville City FC September 23 vs Saint Louis FC September 30 vs Sporting Kansas City II Tickets Start at: $13. [...]

“Superior” financial strength and performance with stable outlook  OneAmerica® announced on August 7 that A.M. Best has affirmed the financial strength of the OneAmerica insurance companies, issuing its annual rating for 2020. The ratings analyze the financial strength and performance of the companies and the ability to meet existing financial obligations. A.M. Best has affirmed the A+ (Superior) rating [...]

Indiana Tech’s Office for Student Success and the online education company StraighterLine, Inc. have collaborated to create the Indiana Tech Readiness Academy, a program that will help adult and online students within the university’s College of Professional Studies (CPS) be more academically prepared for the college environment. The program launched July 26, the first day of Session One CPS classes. The Indiana Tech Readiness [...]