Press Releases
New Report Assesses Impact of Indiana’s Childcare Challenges for Employers, Workers
(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce today released a new report, in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Early Learning Indiana, examining the impact of childcare challenges on Indiana’s state economy. The report is part of a broader "Untapped Potential" study of over a dozen U.S. states that reveals the related costs and opportunities to [...]
Madison Named Indiana Chamber Community of the Year
(INDIANAPOLIS) — With its rich heritage and historic architecture, beautiful setting along the Ohio River and proximity to several large metropolitan areas, most Hoosiers are familiar with Madison. But there’s much more at play. Madison is enjoying an ongoing housing and business sector expansion, a revitalized downtown and a growing list of events that keep the city bustling year-round. [...]
Indiana Chamber Foundation Releases Phase One of Tax Study, Providing Key Insights on Indiana’s Tax Competitiveness
(INDIANAPOLIS) — A new tax study from the Indiana Chamber Foundation reveals that the state stands out for its relatively high reliance on individual income and sales taxes, while it maintains a competitive effective business tax rate. The report also identifies challenges in sectors like manufacturing and life sciences, where property and personal property taxes drive up the effective [...]
Indiana Chamber, Indiana Dept. of Education Announce Winners of Inaugural State Civics Bee for Middle Schoolers
(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Department of Education hosted the first-ever state Civics Bee on Friday at the Indiana Statehouse, where middle school students in grades 6 to 8 participated in live quiz rounds to test their civics knowledge and gave presentations on issues facing their communities in front of a panel of judges. [...]
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 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 [...]
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 [...]
