(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber’s fifth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana tournament tipped off today with a field of 49 entrants from 36 cities and towns throughout the state. The online contest is a celebration of Indiana’s rich history in manufacturing and the Hoosier makers that produce all kinds of goods sold locally, nationally and globally. The competition [...]
The Indiana Chamber recently held its very first Childcare Summit. We spent the first half of the day level setting with Adam Alson, director of the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning. Alson provided attendees an overview of current Childcare and Development Fund vouchers allocations, staffing and contract reductions, and challenges on the forefront. We also received information [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tsF4sQqQaY Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders discusses Indiana's ongoing contributions to national defense and the economic opportunities it provides. She recently moderated a panel at the Northeast Indiana Defense Summit (hosted by U.S. Sen. Jim Banks), and the Chamber recently launched a defense council to further enhance the state's collective potential.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEuiFab3sjI Thanks to the state legislative caucus leaders who spoke at our 2026 Legislative Preview on Nov. 17. The panel shared thoughts on key issues like healthcare, childcare, energy and much more. The panel included: Senate President Pro Tem Rod Bray; House Minority Leader Phil GiaQuinta; House Speaker Todd Huston; and Senate Minority Leader Shelli Yoder. Our 2026 Legislative [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMhr0elF_D8 Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner was recently presented as our Bayh-Lugar Government Leader of the Year! Jenner has shined in her expanded role. The state’s literacy rates have risen substantially recently. The new high school diploma process and career readiness seals will better aid students’ future goals. And employers have a welcome seat at the table [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOMWcL1398c Kosciusko County was honored as our Yamaha Community of the Year on Wednesday. Kosciusko County has set itself apart through a strong emphasis on collaborative leadership, varying its economic base to attract new industries and a commitment to enhancing quality of life. Its unified “ALL IN Kosciusko” movement is a thoughtful, countywide initiative driven by innovation and turning [...]
The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) is working on a major overhaul of the school accountability system. The first draft of the new model was unveiled in June and is expected to take effect in fall of next year. The new model will replace the previous system (including the A-F grading system, which had been on pause since 2018) [...]
(INDIANAPOLIS) — As many small businesses weigh their options for health coverage for the new year, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce is touting a new offering for them to consider. ChamberCare is a multiple employer welfare arrangement, or MEWA, that enables small employers with between two and 50 employees in the state to come together to obtain more affordable [...]
INDIANA CHAMBER MEMBERS are invited to join us next month at our Legislative Preview on November 17 in Indianapolis or virtually! This event takes place one day before Organization Day and features a panel discussion with legislative leaders on the issues in the 2026 session that will have the greatest impact on the Hoosier business community. You'll have the [...]
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 [...]
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