From increasing education funding and expanding school choice, to cutting red tape and boosting STEM skills, laws passed this year will contribute to student success and help build a brighter future for Indiana.... Read More
For caregivers and educators, we can typically align on this goal: successfully preparing our youth for the future. A future in the workforce, and a future that they’re one day proud of for their own personal growth.... Read More
Our organization is in the midst of a strategic plan refresh, resetting goalposts and weaving in current challenges and opportunities. Among the updates, one small change stands out – we are adding optimism to our core values.... Read More
The recent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September 2025 has sparked conversation around mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and whether it could bring about a wave of higher “deal flow.” What does this mean for investors?... Read More
Few things tell me as much about a company as those inevitable messages that emerge over the signature of its CEO. They concern wonderful news, terrible happenings, or calls to action…and it’s depressing how many of them simply fall flat.... Read More
Indianapolis has always been a city of resilience and purpose. Our history is rich with stories of Hoosier hospitality, innovation taking root, and health care excellence shaping lives. From our world-class hospitals to the compassionate professionals who serve within them, our city has long been a place where healing thrives.... Read More
For many Hoosiers, health care can feel like a puzzle. Filled with complex terms and multi-step instructions, understanding this critical information is often missed by some of our most vulnerable populations, including those in rural areas. ... Read More
Indiana’s economy is at an inflection point. We’ve earned our place as a leader in advanced manufacturing, life sciences, logistics, and agbioscience, with more than $22.2 billion in capital investment announced in 2023 alone.... Read More
Thinking about your retirement? Recent legislation made catch-up contributions for retirement savings even sweeter, albeit even more confusing!... Read More
The debate over the “Big, Beautiful Bill” and its impact on Medicaid will soon return to center stage. That’s because Indiana is about to become ground zero in that political battle.... Read More
Recognizing and managing cybersecurity risk is an essential part of maintaining business operations and retaining the trust of clients, partner organizations, and the public. Threats evolve, but these fundamental cybersecurity objectives can help keep your business protected and resilient against cybercrime.... Read More
What’s one thing that might solve a multitude of problems? Technical skills and IQ are no longer the sole predictors of success. Increasingly, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is emerging as a critical differentiator—especially in leadership. Whether you're leading a small team or a large organization, EQ is the skill set that helps you connect, inspire, and lead with impact.... Read More
While legislative sessions often steal the spotlight, some extremely important conversations affecting Indiana’s nonprofits are also made during interim study committees. Of particular importance is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force, whose work carries major implications for nonprofits of every size and mission.... Read More
In 2022, 30-year mortgage rates jumped from close to 3% to over 7% in the span of 10 months. Rates have retreated a bit, but they still sit north of 6%. Can homebuyers expect lower rates in the future?... Read More
Growth without preparation spreads problems faster than solutions. Before building anything bold and new, a leader must ask: is the organization truly ready to scale?... Read More
Business owners face retirement planning challenges that differ fundamentally from those of traditional employees. While employees typically build retirement security through consistent 401(k) contributions, pension accruals, and diversified investments, business owners often find their wealth heavily concentrated in a single, illiquid asset—their company. ... Read More
Republicans have enacted Medicaid changes with quarterly eligibility checks, work requirements, new waivers and long waitlists. That’s a lot of uncertainty for our 2 million Hoosiers enrollees, half of whom are children. And I want to remind us all of that fact. ... Read More
Every year, the first Tuesday in October marks Customer Experience (CX) Day, a global celebration recognizing the people and organizations who put customers at the center of what they do. Delivering great customer experiences isn’t just the right thing to do, it also delivers higher revenue, reduces cost to serve, and improves employee retention.... Read More
Many of us find it difficult to think about our own demise, let alone naming someone to handle the distribution of our belongings, determining who will receive our assets, and, more importantly, deciding who will care for our family.... Read More
For many entrepreneurs, fall marks a key transition point that can set the tone for year-end performance. It’s a crucial time for business owners to assess their finances and prepare to capitalize on upcoming opportunities and new cycles of customer engagement.... Read More
