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Indiana Chamber Launches Second TPM Academy® to Advance Employer-Led Workforce Strategies Statewide

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Workforce Excellence has launched a second U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) Academy®, convening more than 35 leaders in workforce, education, economic development and industry to help employers better define in-demand jobs and the skills needed to fill them. In partnership with the Indiana Commission for Higher [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-04-16T09:32:09-04:00April 16th, 2026|

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

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce and its Institute for Workforce Excellence today announced the initial companies to earn their 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 [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-04-08T22:11:20-04:00March 24th, 2026|

Work-Based Learning Takes Center Stage

Work-Based Learning Takes Center Stage

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwHfZHsM5AA Our President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders discusses Thursday’s Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference. She also shares key legislation on this topic in the Indiana General Assembly and the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to help employers design meaningful work-based learning opportunities to build the state’s workforce.

Matt Ottinger2026-02-13T14:13:05-05:00February 13th, 2026|

Indiana Chamber Announces 2026 Legislative Priorities

(INDIANAPOLIS) — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce today announced its top legislative priorities for the 2026 legislative session. Among the list are addressing barriers to work-based learning opportunities, tort reform to help maintain a business-friendly climate and creating additional childcare options. All of the organization’s goals align with its current visioning plan for the state, Indiana Prosperity 2035 (IP35). A survey of [...]

Matt Ottinger2026-01-13T15:51:20-05:00January 7th, 2026|

NextEra Energy Resources Dynamic Leader of the Year: Dan Elsener

NextEra Energy Resources Dynamic Leader of the Year: Dan Elsener

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1BKG1AQvyA Dan Elsener, president of Marian University, is a man with a strong sense of purpose for his school and city. He’s recently led a boom in Marian’s enrollment, creating and expanding various programs – including building medical and engineering schools – that have provided students with more career paths and employers with an impressive homegrown talent pool. Read [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-11-06T13:49:41-05:00November 6th, 2025|

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|

Workforce Summit Looks to Help Deepen Hoosier Talent Pool

(INDIANAPOLIS) — It’s not an overstatement to say Indiana’s workforce will ultimately be the key to its future. Next month, stakeholders are invited to forge connections at the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Indiana Workforce Summit. The two-day event features discussions concerning aligning education and training with industry needs to build a highly skilled workforce. Experts from industry, education [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-09-22T13:18:04-04:00September 22nd, 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|

Nominations are Open for the 20th Annual Impact Awards

Nominations are Open for the 20th Annual Impact Awards

Join the Indiana Chamber and the Institute for Workforce Excellence as we recognize Indiana's excellence in work-based learning! The 2026 Impact Awards will be a particularly special occasion as we celebrate the event's 20th anniversary. The awards luncheon will be held January 27 as part of the Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference. All nominees will be honored during the event! [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-08-19T11:45:29-04:00August 19th, 2025|

Check Out Our Free Helpful Work-Based Learning Resource

Check Out Our Free Helpful Work-Based Learning Resource

The Institute for Workforce Excellence is excited to share the Work-Based Learning Resource Hub in partnership with the Indiana Department of Education! The hub features helpful information such as: • How to Connect with Work-Based Learning Coordinators and Candidates • Understanding Department of Labor Laws and Regulations • Financial Incentives for Hosting Work-Based Learning Experiences • Connecting to Statewide [...]

Matt Ottinger2025-08-12T09:44:32-04:00August 12th, 2025|

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