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Indiana Chamber Calls ‘IN AI’ a Forward-Looking Move in the Right Direction

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce applauds Governor Mike Braun’s announcement today, revealing “IN AI,” a new statewide initiative focused on helping businesses grow, create jobs and increase wages through the practical application of human-centered artificial intelligence. Braun explained the initiative will be executed by the CEOs of Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) and will work directly with employers [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-04-28T13:01:52-04:00April 28th, 2026|

Governor’s Childcare Announcement a Game Changer

Governor’s Childcare Announcement a Game Changer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8yC_u0YKhM Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders discusses Governor Braun’s announcement this week to invest $200 million to expand affordable childcare via Child Care and Development Fund vouchers, noting this will be quite impactful for Hoosiers and Indiana employers.

Matt Ottinger2026-04-17T12:42:27-04:00April 17th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber Calls Boost to State’s Childcare Funding a Good Jumpstart

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce applauds Governor Mike Braun’s announcement this morning to invest $200 million to expand affordable childcare via the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) vouchers. The State Budget Committee will review the Governor’s decision later this week. Indiana Chamber President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders remarks on what this action means for Indiana’s economy, [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-04-14T10:04:15-04:00April 14th, 2026|

Commerce Secretary Adams Praises Chamber Businesses

Commerce Secretary Adams Praises Chamber Businesses

Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Adam has written a letter to Chamber businesses thanking them for their leadership and highlighting efforts in 2025, looking ahead to 2026 and encouraging dialogue with his office. An excerpt is below: "Indiana built strong momentum in 2025, with companies across industries choosing to expand, innovate and create jobs in communities throughout every region [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-04-01T14:14:45-04:00April 1st, 2026|

Indiana Chamber President Comments on State of State Address

Indiana Chamber President Comments on State of State Address

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljK0Zv5ijuA Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders shares thoughts on Governor Braun’s State of the State address. The Indiana Chamber is eager to work with the Governor and lawmakers on key points of alignment to help advance the state forward.

Matt Ottinger2026-01-16T12:17:17-05:00January 16th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber CEO Comments on State of State

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders comments on Gov. Mike Braun's State of the State address tonight: “The Indiana Chamber is dedicated to strengthening the state’s competitive business climate to attract and retain employers, economic development and a skilled workforce. We appreciate Governor Braun’s continued actions to make that happen – some of which he outlined [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-14T20:15:25-05:00January 14th, 2026|

Collaboration and Competitiveness: Charting IEDC’s Next Phase

Collaboration and Competitiveness: Charting IEDC’s Next Phase

Indiana’s economic development practices have received heightened attention since the October 2 release of the “Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) Forensic Review.” While the audit identified opportunities to modernize governance, documentation and ROI measurement, it is important to recognize the IEDC’s pivotal role in shaping Indiana’s strong business climate and sustained capital investment growth. In recent years, Indiana has [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-12-03T16:43:08-05:00December 3rd, 2025|

Wages, Job Growth Rises in Indiana

Wages, Job Growth Rises in Indiana

The Indiana Chamber is pleased to see encouraging news on Hoosier wages and jobs early in Governor Mike Braun's tenure. At the recent quarterly board meeting of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), the Governor highlighted that year over year, the average wage of jobs incentivized by the IEDC to come to Indiana has increased from $37 to $41, [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-09-30T14:59:10-04:00October 6th, 2025|

Regulatory Leadership Changes Underway in Indiana

Regulatory Leadership Changes Underway in Indiana

Indiana’s utility regulatory framework is entering a period of rapid transition with departures at both the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) and the Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC). Commissioners Sarah Freeman and Wesley Bennett will leave the IURC in October. Chairman Jim Huston, who has led the agency since 2018, will step down in January after serving in [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-09-29T13:36:12-04:00September 30th, 2025|

Indiana Chamber Comments on State’s Power Up Initiative, Previews Its New Employer Designation

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana Chamber of Commerce Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Impact Todd Hurst comments on Power Up Indiana, a new initiative announced by Gov. Mike Braun today and supported by the state’s Office of Commerce that’s incentivizing employers to invest within by training and promoting current jobholders. It also arrives as the Indiana Chamber prepares to launch its [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-09-16T12:07:03-04:00September 16th, 2025|

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