APRIL 12-18, 2024
The deal announced this month that landed Indiana its largest-ever capital investment commitment was two years in the making—a journey that saw state and federal officials travel overseas to make the case that Indiana would be the best fit for the $4 billion investment. Mickey Shuey has the inside story behind negotiations with South Korean chip manufacturer SK Hynix. Also in the week’s issue, restaurateur Thomas Main explains the staying power of his highly regarded eatery Tinker Street. And we have all of the honorees in IBJ’s Forty Under 40 Class of 2024, featuring up-and-coming leaders in the business, government and the not-for-profit worlds.
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How the SK Hynix project came together—and another fell apart
The South Korean company’s announcement made waves across Indiana, but so did a decision by Minnesota-based SkyWater Technology to cancel its project at Purdue after not receiving hoped-for federal funding.
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Spartz, Goodrich, 7 others battle in crowded 5th District primary
Rep. Victoria Spartz’s late decision to run for reelection in Indiana’s 5th Congressional District—an about-face from months earlier—shook up a crowded primary that has become a rarity in American politics, with nine Republicans facing off.
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Tinker Street owner says restaurant perseveres because of its people
Rave reviews and a packed dining room have helped define the first nine years of business at the cozy, 1,000-square-foot restaurant where Tom Main spends a lot of time thinking about the well-being of his employees.
Read MoreHealth care providers dig out from ransomware attack
A Feb. 21 cyberattack against a Nashville, Tennessee-based medical-billing clearinghouse sent shock waves across Indiana’s health care system.
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Derek Schultz: Back home again for Pat Kuntz
Following what he calls a “very stressful” few weeks, Kuntz received the call with the offer he had been waiting for and officially put pen to paper, shifting his defensive line responsibilities from James Madison to IU on Dec. 13.
Read MoreIndiana 250: Fernanda Beraldi of Aurorium
“My first job was as a math and English tutor, as a teenager. I learned that I enjoy working with people and helping people develop and improve.”
Read MoreMade in Indiana: Hiker Trailer Custom camping trailers
Hiker Trailer launched about 10 years ago through a partnership that included an owner who manufactured and sold trailers in Indianapolis and another who manufactured and sold them in Colorado.
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Industrial developer keeps its focus on Plainfield with 498,000-square-foot Terminus project
Terminus is one of several elements of the $300 million Hobbs Station project, which will include housing, retail and office uses. The CEO of Terminus developer HSA Commercial Real Estate hopes the mix will attract tenants in sophisticated industries such as biotech.
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No-turn-on-red signs removed near Statehouse as part of legislative deal
The three “reevaluated” intersections are just north of a parking lot that state legislators use during the annual General Assembly.
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Fishers could reduce $50 nonresident parking fee for Geist Waterfront Park
The Fishers City Council could vote next week on a new fee schedule. Under the proposed changes, nonresidents also will be able to pay at the gate, unlike last year when they were required to pay in advance.
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InterContinental Hotel set to open this fall, bringing downtown another luxury lodging option
The $101 million project at 17 W. Market St. will include 170 rooms and a rooftop bar with views of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. The opening will come some five years after Keystone first proposed the hotel.
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Editorial: No-turn-on-red debate gets sillier as signs are removed
How does it look to constituents when elected officials insist they shouldn’t have to follow the same rules as others do?
Read MoreLesley Weidenbener: The eclipse and group effervescence
Live music is more fun when you can see the people around you dancing and singing. A close basketball game is more exciting when you feel the emotions of the crowd rising and falling with every play. Even fireworks appear more beautiful when you can hear the delight in the laughs of kids nearby.
Read MoreWill Pritchard: School visits reveal talented teachers, creative students
Our successes owe much to our abundance of outstandingly talented teachers. They are devoted! They love their students. They’re spending their own money on class supplies. They are keen listeners. They’re experienced. One
Read MoreJohn Stehr: Investing in the future of Zionsville, brick by brick
The South Village project encompasses 160 acres of land that has never reached its highest and best use.
Read MorePete the Planner: Here’s what you need to know about executing an estate
As an executor, adeptness in managing administrative tasks—from inventorying assets to paying debts and filing taxes—is paramount.
Read MoreSamantha Julka: Why leaders need to think outside Pandora’s Box
Leaders fear asking their workforce questions, worried that the answers will lead to requests they can’t (or don’t want to) fulfill.
Read MoreCecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: Microeconomic concepts for non-economists
What economic concepts are most important for citizens? Here is our top 10 list of microeconomic concepts.
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Black Circle to expand with music-focused venture on 10th Street
Black Circle Audio will take over a 99-year-old brick structure south of Brookside Park that once was home to American Legion Post 465.
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Faegre Drinker names new Indianapolis office leader
Brian Garrison, a labor and employment partner who has been with the firm since 2005, succeeds Kathy Osborn as the Indianapolis office leader, a post she held for six years.
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North of 96th roundup: Whitestown wedding venue owners plan Westfield location
Multiple retailers, restaurants and other businesses have recently opened or are planning new locations in the north suburbs of Indianapolis.
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Wild Eggs plans 3 more area restaurants, starting in Avon
Louisville-based Wild Eggs breakfast and brunch chain plans to double its presence in central Indiana by the end of 2024.
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Pacers owner Herb Simon to be inducted into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
Simon, the longest-tenured team owner in NBA history, will be enshrined into the hall during festivities Aug. 16-17 in Springfield, Massachusetts.
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U.S. Sen. Mike Braun: We must invest in health care, education
By focusing on solutions to improve our K-12 education system, improving rural health care, and lowering health care costs, we can make rural Indiana better than it’s ever been.
Read MoreBrad Chambers: Lifting rural economies requires further investment
There’s only one person in this race with a record of working to boost rural Indiana’s economy—with unprecedented results.
Read MoreCurtis Hill: Protecting the harvest: My pathway to prosperity plan
As governor, I will not allow the state’s economic development arm to unilaterally determine who will win and who will lose.
Read MoreLt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch: I won’t leave rural Indiana behind
A Crouch administration would also reform and restructure the Indiana Economic Development Corp. to ensure leaders from our rural communities, especially agriculture, have a voice.
Read MoreEric Doden: For Indiana to thrive, all 92 counties must thrive
Politicians have neglected the very way of life and the very people who do much of the important work that represents the very fiber of our state.
Read MoreClaire Fiddian-Green: Indiana needs enhanced K-12 career advising
Indiana should consider operating regional career services centers staffed by highly trained career advisers who work in partnership with K-12 schools.
Read MoreDeborah Daniels: Trump has eroded the Justice Department’s reputation
These unfounded allegations undermine the confidence of the public in the judicial system, a bedrock of our democratic society.
Read MoreKaren Celestino-Horseman: This November we must uphold the rule of law
Any bulwark, if hit hard enough and often enough will start to weaken.
Read MoreDr. Richard Feldman: How health care bills fared this legislative session
Indeed, the session proved to be the lightest and most inconsequential in my memory.
Read MoreBrad Rateike: My take on the lifecycle of board service
In your early days of service, no one expects much out of you.
Read MoreJennifer Wagner Chartier: In Indianapolis, local news is alive like never before
All of this is a very good thing for democracy, which operates best when it operates in the sunlight.
Read MoreGeorge Gemelas: To our next governor: Think eco … industrial eco
In today’s global marketplace, sustainability is no longer optional, but increasingly a prerequisite to compete.
Read MoreCurt Smith: This primary, the Indiana GOP is in a strong position
Political favor and fortune come and go.
Read MoreAbdul-Hakim Shabazz: Undecided on governor? You’re in good company.
The big question is, can any of the challengers garner enough votes to beat the frontrunner?
Read MoreDana Black: Indiana recently lost two of its greats
As we memorialize Mayor Henry and Sen. Breaux, look around at all the elders in the room and ask questions.
Read MoreRep. Ed DeLaney: Indiana is awash in Republican rants
He and the public are entitled to know what these candidates would do if elected in November.
Read MoreJim Shella: The art of protest: Stealing an Odon street sign
The most memorable protest I covered was very small. Yet clever.
Read MoreMarshawn Wolley: More appropriate response needed for teen violence
Young people need a place to go to be safe and to be teenagers.
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2024 Forty Under 40: Dr. Nabil Adra
Dr. Nabil Adra has become world-renowned in genitourinary cancers and elevates IU’s reputation as a leader in all areas of genitourinary malignancies.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Shamika N. Anderson
Shamika N. Anderson’s executive project-management firm—for which she also serves as chief strategy officer—helps small businesses expand with financial, human resources and marketing guidance.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Ryan Bernhardt
Ryan Bernhardt worked for Hamilton Robotics and Lilly before starting with Biosero.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Jerell Blakeley
Jerell Blakeley was a teacher before he launched a career working for teachers unions.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Jacob Blasdel
The Indiana Bond Bank, under Jacob Blasdel’s leadership, provides affordable financing options to local governments.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Amanda L. Bonilla
Amanda Bonilla transitioned into administration in 2020 as Ivy Tech’s first executive director for student diversity, equity and belonging and was promoted to her current role as vice chancellor in 2022.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Sid Bose
Sid Bose spent a decade working in IT before he started a law career.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Lauren Box
Lauren Box represents investor-owned and municipal utilities before the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission as well as other clients in their dealings with state government agencies.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Kate Broshears
Kate Broshears is a founding member of Ascend Indiana.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Kate Bruce
Kate Bruce has helped rebuild the IUPUI women’s basketball team.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Chaka Coleman
Chaka Coleman lobbies state and local government officials for clients in the energy, health care, alcohol, agriculture and gambling sectors.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Melissa Dicke
Melissa Dicke moved to Indiana in 2013 and launched Elite Home Rehab in 2016.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Stephanie Flittner
Stephanie Flitter works for Shiel Sexton and volunteers in her Hamilton County community.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Matt Gentry
Now in this third term, Lebanon Mayor Matt Gentry oversees 150 city employees and manages a $24 million annual budget.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Lesley Gordon
Lesley Gordon was so passionate about public transit she offered ideas for community outreach before she was hired.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Lindsay M. Gotwald
Lindsay Gotwald is the youngest C-suite marketing executive at a top 50 U.S. law firm, according to her law firm Faegre Drinker.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Nessa Hamman
Nessa and her husband, Jeremiah, own and operate the fine-dining steakhouse Prime 47 in Carmel.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: LaMar Holliday
LaMar Holliday was a broadcast journalist before he transitioned to media relations.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Andréa Homoya
Andréa Homoya founded Ash & Elm Cider Co. with her husband in 2016.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Chris Huxhold
Chris Huxhold oversees operations at Casted, a podcast and video marketing platform that helps users grow their audience.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Shelly Langona
Shelly Langona started her career in not-for-profits before joining RJE Business Interiors and working her way up the ladder.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Ryan Larcom
Ryan Larcom joined High Alpha as it was being launched and is now director of High Alpha Innovation.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Dr. Mark Liao
Dr. Mark Liao is the city’s 911 ambulance service medical director, an emergency medicine physician at Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital and a major in the U.S. Army Reserves.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Melissa Macchia
Melissa Macchia is the youngest attorney and only female partner in Taft’s Indianapolis employment group and the youngest practice group lead in any group firmwide.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Dane Nutty
Dane Nutty helped start and run the state’s first human milk bank and established a free clinic in the neighborhood at West 29th Street and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: David Ober
David Ober worked for the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission before joining the Indiana Chamber.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Dr. Daniel Pino
Dr. Daniel Pino is medical director of the Lifestyle Medicine program at Eskenazi Health.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Roya Porter
Porter is the primary legal adviser for the Strada Education Foundation’s HBCU initiative, human resources, real estate and insurance, a job that helps the organization strengthen the link between education and opportunity.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Brian R. Prince II
Brian Prince started his own real estate development firm early this year after a successful tenure at Flaherty & Collins Properties.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Cherylynn Schilling
As president and owner of Powers Engineering, Schilling handles the day-to-day business operations, business development, project management and mentoring other engineers.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Ashley J. Scruggs
Ashley Scruggs said her position at United Way perfectly aligned with her skills and aspirations.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Aaron Smith
Aaron Smith has two jobs, and in both roles he’s “a problem solver, connector of people and a number cruncher.”
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Michael Solari
Michael Solari worked for Short Strategy Group before buying the company and rebranding it Market Street Group.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Gavin Ward
Gavin Ward said his current position is “the culmination of over 20 years chasing my motorsports dream.”
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: David Watkins
David Watkins leads small business development for the Indiana Economic Development Corp.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Brittany Whitenack
Brittany Whitenack started her candle company in her kitchen.
Read More2024 Forty Under 40: Emilyn Whitesell
Emilyn Whitesell started her career with Teach for America and pursued a public policy doctoral degree after witnessing inequities.
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