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Indiana Chamber Urges Lawmakers to Improve Childcare Options, Modernize Township Government

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is urging lawmakers to continue advancing legislation that supports thriving communities and a competitive business climate by addressing two foundational needs: access to reliable childcare and having a modern, efficient local government. “Strong communities are built through smart, practical policies that support both people and the systems they depend on,” offers Vanessa [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-02-10T09:27:48-05:00February 10th, 2026|

Sinders Joins Panelists to Discuss Childcare on WFYI’s “Indiana Lawmakers”

Sinders Joins Panelists to Discuss Childcare on WFYI’s “Indiana Lawmakers”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTr2_iMd3F4 Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders joined a panel on WFYI's "Indiana Lawmakers" last week to discuss childcare funding issues. A recent study by the Chamber, Early Learning Indiana and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation suggests that a lack of affordable childcare is costing the state more than $4.2 billion dollars a year in lost “economic [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-02-02T09:14:02-05:00February 3rd, 2026|

Short Session Still Long on Optimism at Midpoint

Short Session Still Long on Optimism at Midpoint

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ODLsfLe6yc&feature=youtu.be Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders shares reasons to be positive about the 2026 Indiana General Assembly as the halfway point arrives. Last week alone included movement on Chamber priorities like tort reform, childcare, work-based learning and local government modernization.

Matt Ottinger2026-02-02T09:02:31-05:00February 2nd, 2026|

Sinders Featured on UIndy Entrepreneurship Podcast

Sinders Featured on UIndy Entrepreneurship Podcast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjoSB-ezPBM Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders was recently featured on the podcast of Keegan Jones, vice president of the UINDY Entrepreneurship Club. The conversation includes thoughts on her career, the Indiana Chamber, advice for students and more!

Matt Ottinger2025-08-25T12:31:03-04:00August 25th, 2025|

Chamber Hosts Energy and Manufacturing Roundtable With Sen. Young’s State Director

(INDIANAPOLIS) — Today the Indiana Chamber of Commerce hosted an energy and manufacturing roundtable featuring Greg Goode, state director for U.S. Senator Todd Young. The moderated discussion, which brought together a variety of energy manufacturers, state and local officials, and development organizations, focused on how federal energy tax credits will strengthen Indiana's all-of-the-above energy dominance and keep America competitive. [...]

Rebecca Patrick2025-06-12T14:04:46-04:00June 12th, 2025|

Positive Legislative Momentum at Session Midpoint

Positive Legislative Momentum at Session Midpoint

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3ojykCPApU Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders shared encouraging legislative developments Friday as the session hit the halfway mark. Room for improvement remains on energy siting reform and increasing the state’s cigarette tax to boost public health and fund state programs.

Matt Ottinger2025-02-24T08:08:14-05:00February 24th, 2025|

Sinders Joins WNIT’s ‘Politically Speaking’

Sinders Joins WNIT’s ‘Politically Speaking’

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Jb9k9hX3Fs Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders joined PBS Michiana -WNIT's "Politically Speaking" show this week. She outlined 2025 legislative goals shaping workforce development, entrepreneurship and Indiana’s business climate. The Chamber also hopes to explore second-chance employment reforms, tax policies and education strategies for future growth. We released our 2025 Legislative Priorities this week as well. [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-01-10T14:18:12-05:00January 10th, 2025|

Hoosier Huddle Brings Together Indiana Leaders

Hoosier Huddle Brings Together Indiana Leaders

The Indiana Chamber was pleased to take an active role in the state’s Hoosier Huddle event on Friday at Butler University’s famed Hinkle Fieldhouse. The gathering, which welcomed contingents from all over the state, focused on the key elements of The Hoosier Playbook, a resource guide to build awareness of state programs and initiatives. Among the session topics: solutions [...]

Matt Ottinger2024-06-25T15:29:08-04:00June 24th, 2024|

Indiana Chamber Calls on Business Community to Take ‘Pledge,’ Play Role in Improving Hoosier Health

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce and its Wellness Council of Indiana are urging businesses and organizations to engage with their local health departments as a statewide push begins to get Hoosiers healthier. Health First Indiana, passed by the 2023 Indiana General Assembly, provides $225 million in funding over two years to county health departments to prioritize public [...]

Matt Ottinger2024-02-22T08:22:47-05:00February 22nd, 2024|

Indiana Chamber Names Vanessa Green Sinders New President and CEO

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the state’s largest business advocacy organization, is ushering in a new chapter. Vanessa Green Sinders, a former Fortune 100 executive and veteran policy strategist on the national stage, has been selected as the group’s incoming president and CEO. She will succeed longtime leader Kevin Brinegar, who will retire in early January 2024. [...]

Rebecca Patrick2023-09-18T09:02:47-04:00September 14th, 2023|

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