Cover Story: What Workers Want Finding talent is hard. Keeping talent is harder. And it’s increasingly tied to the day-to-day experience of work, not just the paycheck. Across Indiana, employers large and small are leaning into what candidates are really weighing: stability, autonomy, room to grow and strong managers who set clear expectations. As flexible and hybrid arrangements remain [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — Star employers were out tonight as the Indiana Chamber of Commerce celebrated the Best Places to Work in Indiana companies. This year, rankings were revealed in five categories at the awards dinner, which was presented by KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller) and held at the Indiana Convention Center. This marked the 21st anniversary for the popular program. [...]
It's time to nominate a deserving candidate for statewide honors at the 37th Annual Awards Dinner. Please submit your nominations by June 19. Join us to celebrate the winners on November 5 at the JW Marriott Indianapolis! 2026 AWARDS: Ogletree Deakins Business Leader of the Year Honors a Hoosier business leader who has demonstrated excellence in enhancing their own [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKUoEiNtlCU Our vice president of government affairs Camille D. Blunt explains Indiana’s expansion of the employer childcare tax credit under House Enrolled Act 1177 gives businesses new, broader ways to support working families and reduce tax liability. Hear how your organization can benefit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixDw12EPxw8 Our vice president of government affairs Natalie Goodwin shares news of our upcoming June Policy Summit, noting it's designed to foster collaboration through structured, integrative discussions that align varied issues into forward-looking policy recommendations for the 2027 legislative session.
(INDIANAPOLIS) — A thought leader known for building trust at all levels of her organization, Lisa Allen, vice president and chief human resources officer at Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana, has been named the 2026 Ogletree Deakins Human Resources Professional of the Year Award winner. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce honored Allen today at an awards luncheon held [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37wzU-5HtEE In this brief video, our senior vice president of political affairs Jeff Brantley underscores the importance of next week’s primary election, calling it “generational” in impact despite no marquee races at the top. He also outlines how the Chamber’s IBRG political action committee is involved.
(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 [...]
Indiana will reintroduce A–F school grades in 2026 under a redesigned accountability system aligned with the state’s Graduates Prepared to Succeed vision. The model expands beyond test scores to include: - academic mastery and student growth; - career and post-secondary readiness (credentials, diplomas and work-based learning); - work ethic (attendance and engagement); and - communication, collaboration and civic/financial literacy. [...]
As part of the 2026 legislative session, Senate Enrolled Act 76 introduced a new enforcement framework tied to the employment of unauthorized individuals. While much of the discussion during session focused on enforcement authority, an equally important – if not more practical – component for Indiana employers is the law’s “safe harbor” provision. In short, SEA 76 provides that [...]
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