Check Out Our Free Helpful Work-Based Learning Resource
The Institute for Workforce Excellence is excited to share the Work-Based Learning Resource Hub in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education! The hub features helpful information such as: • How to Connect with Work-Based Learning Coordinators and Candidates • Understanding Department of Labor Laws and Regulations • Financial Incentives for Hosting Work-Based Learning Experiences • Connecting to Statewide Workshops and Communities of Practice In an upcoming virtual Zoom session on August 29 (12:30 - [...]
EPA Proposes to Repeal Greenhouse Gas Regulations for Vehicles
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a proposal last week to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding, which serves as the legal basis for federal greenhouse gas regulations under the Clean Air Act. The announcement was made at a truck dealership in Indianapolis and was attended by Gov. Mike Braun, Attorney General Todd Rokita, U.S. Rep. Jim Baird (R), U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and representatives from the Indiana Motor Truck Association. The [...]
No Summer Vacation for Indiana Economic Development
The state’s economic development leaders and Gov. Mike Braun remain hard at work to improve the climate for Hoosier businesses. Governor Braun recently launched the much-anticipated new Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and appointed Brian Schutt, co-founder of Refinery46, as its executive director. This office takes over entrepreneurship programs previously managed by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), including certified technology parks. Its focus is on expanding support to Main Street entrepreneurs across urban [...]
New Office of Entrepreneurship Gearing Up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vw7vIDaXv44 As we've previously stated, encouraging legislators and Governor Braun to develop a new Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation was a key legislative priority for the Indiana Chamber in 2025. Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders shares why the office is so important, especially for Indiana's smaller, "Main Street" businesses. We're excited to see entrepreneur Brian Schutt has been appointed to lead the office and is already getting around the state to boost [...]
Indiana Intern Day Celebrates Work-Based Learning
https://youtu.be/ctMpxwCiZBw Our Institute or Workforce Excellence is kicking off today's Indiana Intern Day celebration with a special message from Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders! We're pleased to promote work-based learning in Indiana and honor the interns making big contributions to our employers.
