University of Notre Dame researchers sent brain cancer research to new heights aboard NASA’s 30th SpaceX commercial resupply services mission on Thursday. Capitalizing on the microgravity environment aboard the International Space Station, assistant professor Meenal Datta, an affiliate of Notre Dame’s Harper Cancer Research Institute, seeks new insight into human biology.... Read More
A not-for-profit in South Bend has made it its mission to make capital accessible to minority-owned small businesses. Without a community development financial institution within an hour’s drive from the city, CDFI Friendly connects business owners to...... Read More
Debie Coble started out as a store manager and worked her way up to the top. What she anticipated would last a year, evolved into a three decade adventure at Goodwill. As we walk through some of the lessons she’s learnt over the years, Coble highlights the benefits of employing a head/heart style of leadership in her role as CEO.... Read More
Indiana’s population growth in 2023 is nearly at its pre-pandemic average according to an analysis from the Indiana Business Research Center at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. The state added over 29,000 residents last year, U.S. Census data shows. In comparison, the state added under 20,000 people in 2022. About 7 million people call the state home.... Read More
Sarah Andrews has spent over two decades putting smiles on the faces of customers, engaging employees and teaching companies how to do the same through her work in the customer experience space. In September, she launched boutique consulting firm Cupola CX.... Read More
Destination marketing organization, Visit South Bend Mishawaka in partnership with the hotel/motel tax board is working on a 10- year strategic tourism master plan for St. Joseph County. The plan will help guide investment opportunities in the region, attracting new visitors and highlighting areas for improvement.... Read More
The University of Notre Dame will award the 2024 Laetare Medal to Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, the chief executive officer of Feeding America during the 179th commencement ceremony on May 19. She has led the not-for-profit since 2018 and has navigated several challenges including the ensuing increase in food insecurity brought on by the global COVID-19 pandemic. ... Read More
Indianapolis-based MJ Companies has appointed Brian Stoll as its new chief financial officer, the company announced this week. Stoll comes to the financial services firm after 20 years as CFO of Fox Restaurant Concepts in Phoenix, Arizona. ... Read More
The Elkhart Common Council earlier this month approved funds for the first part of Mayor Rod Roberson’s “Elkhart’s Tomorrow, Starting Today” plan. The $14.5 million project includes drainage improvement, water main relocation and the separation of...... Read More
