Press Releases
Rankings Announced for 2024 Best Places to Work in Indiana
(INDIANAPOLIS) — It’s time to celebrate Hoosier organizations prioritizing internal cultures that bolster their workforces and companies. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce honored a record 193 employers from throughout the state tonight at the 2024 Best Places to Work in Indiana Awards Dinner, presented by trueU. Rankings were revealed in four categories at the event, which was held in [...]
Indiana Chamber to Host Premier Energy Event of the Year
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Don’t find yourself in the dark when it comes to Indiana’s energy future. The Indiana Chamber’s upcoming Indiana Conference on Energy Management June 6 will illuminate the status of energy in the state and where we’re headed. “This is Indiana’s premier event on finding affordable and sustainable energy sources for businesses,” remarks Greg Ellis, Indiana Chamber vice [...]
IU Health’s Adrienne Sims Named HR Professional of the Year
(INDIANAPOLIS) — An engaging and inclusive leader with a track record of furthering her company’s mission, Dr. Adrienne Sims of Indiana University Health has been named the winner of the 2024 Ogletree Deakins Human Resources Professional of the Year Award. Sims is IU Health’s senior vice president and chief human resources officer. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce honored Sims [...]
Indiana Chamber Comments on the Passing of Sen. Jean Breaux
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Taxation and Public Finance David Ober comments on the passing of Sen. Jean Breaux. “We are very sad to hear of Sen. Breaux’s passing today," he shares. "During her more than 15 years in the Indiana General Assembly, what shone through was her kindness and commitment to her constituents and [...]
Indiana Chamber, Indiana Latino Institute Partner to Foster Talent, Aid Employers
(INDIANAPOLIS) — A new partnership between the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Workforce Excellence (IWE) and the Indiana Latino Institute (ILI) is focused on strengthening work-based learning engagement by Latino students across the state. Specifically, the two groups are collaborating on increasing internship matches for students involved with ILI’s internship and fellowship programs. This strategic initiative will give ILI [...]
New Resources for Hoosiers in Recovery, Re-Entering Workforce and Employers on Overcoming Stigmas
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Individuals recovering from addiction or with prior justice involvement – or facing mental health challenges in general – can access new, detailed resources at no charge from the Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) to help them maintain their current employment or re-enter the workforce. The organization also has support for employers with the latest best practice tools [...]
Indiana Chamber Says 2024 Legislative Session Included Important Steps Forward for Workforce, Businesses
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders says the 2024 Indiana General Assembly session, which adjourned tonight, was successful in advancing key priorities. She offers, “We’re pleased to see the Legislature pass notable bills that help expand childcare options for parents, improve literacy rates of Hoosier students and cultivate our talent pipeline. These are key [...]
