The inaugural Women IN Tech Week in Indiana marks a significant milestone for our state and our tech community. As a woman who has spent over two decades in the technology sector, I am thrilled to see this initiative come to fruition. ... Read More
For over a century, East Central Indiana’s identity was rooted in manufacturing—iconic names like Ball and General Motors defined our region. Glass jars, auto batteries, headlamps, and transmissions were the backbone of our economy. However, over the past two decades there’s been a shift away from heavy manufacturing, tasking our region to dig deep to redefine itself.... Read More
The Russo-Ukrainian War has been ongoing for nearly a decade, but Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 increased the scale of the war dramatically. Now that two and a half years have passed, we are getting a good understanding of the war's economic consequences.... Read More
Celebrating women in tech extends beyond acknowledging achievements; it involves fostering a culture that values diversity, supports growth, and creates opportunities for all. Women IN Tech, especially those transitioning from other careers, embody resilience and adaptability—qualities crucial in an industry driven by innovation. Yet, their journey often includes unique challenges that must be addressed.... Read More
The conundrum about “what counts as working in tech” is a new consideration. For many years, before “tech” became the moniker for all things, I worked in I/S, or Information Systems. I/S was a function within an organization, known for keeping systems running, storing data, and putting machines on desks. ... Read More
The interest rate environment is in a state of transition and has been for a few years. While the aggressive rate-hiking cycle is behind us, the Federal Reserve's future actions will significantly impact borrowing costs. ... Read More
The Point in Time Count is conducted every January as required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This count allows communities to better understand the number of individuals experiencing homelessness.... Read More
Considering early retirement? Or maybe transitioning from one job to another? Then you are probably wondering how to maintain your health insurance coverage. Two common options are COBRA and Marketplace health insurance. Both allow you to maintain or acquire health coverage, but they differ significantly in cost, coverage, and eligibility.... Read More
As I listen to Kendrick Lamar’s song of the summer, "Not Like Us," the lyrics are a stinging reminder of a troubling reality I’ve observed as a Black woman with almost a decade in corporate America: Black professionals often face an overabundance of mentorship but a severe lack of sponsorship.... Read More
Smart business owners who want their businesses to thrive are adept at using financing tools to reach their goals at nearly every stage in the life cycle of their businesses. The current market is healthy, businesses are growing, and deals are being made. ... Read More
As I listen to Kendrick Lamar’s song of the summer, "Not Like Us," the lyrics are a stinging reminder of a troubling reality I’ve observed as a Black woman with almost a decade in corporate America: Black professionals often face an overabundance of mentorship but a severe lack of sponsorship.... Read More
“Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them," said John Maxwell. “Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” Maxwell’s quotes are just a few of the qualities represented by leadership. How do your leadership qualities compare?... Read More
In the business world, we value the concepts of strength, perseverance and beating the competition. Businesses often think in terms of assets and liabilities, strengths and weaknesses. This perspective encourages employees to mitigate weakness—pain being one of them.... Read More
With two sons who run on their school cross-country teams, I’ve logged countless hours cheering proudly along the course, admiring the camaraderie that develops over a season as the team pulls together and chases faster times. In my role as the director of recreation and wellness for the city of Fishers, I’m fortunate to help create unique opportunities to drive engagement and community impact,... Read More
Like many industries, adaptability and resilience are crucial in commercial real estate (CRE). These qualities are brilliantly illustrated in the classic book "Who Moved My Cheese?" by Spencer Johnson, M.D. The story’s parable of mice and humans in a maze, seeking cheese that keeps moving, offers timeless lessons that are particularly relevant to our industry. Here are five key takeaways from the book that can guide us toward success in commercial and residential real estate.... Read More
As the director of business development at Carmel Swim Club, I’ve observed a remarkable rise in interest in competitive swimming, largely driven by the excitement surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympics and the amazing Olympic Swim Trials hosted in Indianapolis. ... Read More
A well-informed opinion is like driving a new car off the lot, it begins losing value immediately. The world is constantly changing; the people in our world are constantly changing; the context in which we live our lives is constantly changing. This means the impact and consequences of our decisions have the potential to constantly change too.... Read More
If a visitor falls at your home, will your insurance cover all the costs? It depends. Your homeowner and auto policies provide liability coverage, but if it isn’t enough, you may be stuck. A large liability judgement could jeopardize the financial security of your family. What can you do?... Read More
It sounds so easy. You’ve got job openings and hiring apps have applicants. Pay to place your job opening on an app and the right resumes will come rushing in, right? Wrong.... Read More
As CEO of one of the nation’s largest moving companies, I know I speak for the entire moving industry when I say it is a privilege to serve our service men and women and their families by moving more than 300,000 of them a year to new mission postings—including postings throughout Indiana.... Read More
