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Chamber Names ‘Workforce First Employers’ Leading the Future of Talent Development

Chamber Names ‘Workforce First Employers’ Leading the Future of Talent Development

The Indiana Chamber and its Institute for Workforce Excellence (IWE) recently announced the initial companies to earn our new Workforce First Employer designation, a recognition of Indiana organizations that are setting a higher standard for talent development and delivering measurable, high-impact workforce practices. The first group of honorees are Cimtech from New Albany, The Garrett Companies and George E. [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-04-01T14:37:18-04:00April 2nd, 2026|

HireME! Expands to Welcome Public and Connect Students, Job Seekers With Local Employers

GREATER LAFAYETTE - More than 500 high school juniors and seniors from across the Greater Lafayette region are expected to meet face-to-face with hiring managers during the fourth annual HireME! interviewing and career fair, taking place April 29 at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds, 1406 Teal Road in Lafayette. Hosted by Greater Lafayette Commerce in partnership with Career+ Pathways by [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-03-30T16:35:53-04:00March 30th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber’s Wellness Council Develops Lactation Program Guide

(INDIANAPOLIS) — With caregiver and family support from the workplace becoming a high priority for many Hoosiers, it’s increasingly essential for companies to create and sustain related initiatives to support employee well-being and attract and retain a strong workforce. One such option is offering a lactation program. The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI), a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-29T11:22:38-05:00January 29th, 2026|

Economic Development Legislation Contemplates Local Employers’ Growth Strategies

Economic Development Legislation Contemplates Local Employers’ Growth Strategies

HB 1101 / Chamber Supports Indiana’s economic success has long depended on strong regional collaboration paired with clear statewide direction. In 2025, Governor Braun reinforced that approach through an executive order calling for a more regionally driven, outcomes-focused model of economic development – one that aligns local strategies with state priorities while improving transparency and accountability. Over the summer, [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-13T11:19:22-05:00January 13th, 2026|

Nominations Due for Best in Work-Based Learning

Nominations Due for Best in Work-Based Learning

Recognize work-based learning excellence in Indiana by nominating an employer, supervisor, career development professional, innovative program or work-based learner for the 2026 Impact Awards. You may submit more than one nomination in any or all of the award categories. The deadline is October 17. Our Institute for Workforce Excellence's Work and Learn Indiana will celebrate all honorees at the [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-10-08T08:26:17-04:00October 8th, 2025|

Indiana Chamber Comments on Property Tax Relief Bill

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce comments on Senate Bill 1, the property tax relief measure that was heard today in the Senate Tax and Fiscal Policy Committee: “The tax conversation is an important one and why the Indiana Chamber commissioned a two-part study last year to assess the state’s tax landscape and then to offer practical recommendations. [...]

Rebecca Patrick2025-09-15T16:14:15-04:00February 4th, 2025|

Indiana Chamber Reacts to Braun’s State of the State Address

(INDIANAPOLIS) —Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders comments on Gov. Mike Braun’s first State of the State address: “It’s so advantageous for Indiana to have a successful business leader as the state’s chief executive, looking for efficiencies, being bold and seizing opportunities. That mindset by Gov. Braun and his administration will better position the state [...]

Rebecca Patrick2025-09-15T16:16:32-04:00January 29th, 2025|

New Indiana Chamber Report on Artificial Intelligence Touts Benefits to Embracing the Technology

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Following up on its AI Leadership Summit at the Rally innovation conference last year, the Indiana Chamber Foundation today released its report, “Seizing the Economic Power of Artificial Intelligence.” The analysis, done by Accenture, highlights the tangible benefits to employers and the state in adopting the technology. “By embracing a people-centric approach to AI, Indiana stands to [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-01-17T12:34:35-05:00January 17th, 2025|

Indiana Chamber Reveals Top Priorities for 2025 Legislative Session

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce today unveiled its Top 10 legislative priorities for the 2025 legislative session. Included on the list are ensuring any property tax reforms don’t shift the burden to businesses and addressing barriers to labor force participation while investing in upskilling the workforce. These policy goals align with the organization’s latest visioning plan for [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-01-09T09:07:06-05:00January 9th, 2025|

VIDEO: Proposed Overtime Regulations Could Hinder Businesses

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hwVFi1oDQ08 Our VP Ashton Eller shares that the Biden administration recently unveiled significant overtime regulations geared towards shifting workplace dynamics to the detriment of employers. This marks the latest in a string of initiatives by President Biden to leverage the authority of federal regulatory bodies in advancing policy objectives. We agree with the U.S. Chamber that this decision sets [...]

Matt Ottinger2024-06-04T14:51:51-04:00June 4th, 2024|

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