Pair of software firms plan to add a combined 160 jobs
The legal-technology startup PactSafe plans to create 91 jobs by 2020, and the software developer WDD Software plans to create 69 jobs by 2021.
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Kristi Lee to rejoin ‘Bob & Tom Show’ after seven months away
Lee’s homecoming is set for Monday on the Q95 morning comedy institution. She left in December after 27 years on the show.
Former WISH-TV anchor Halvorson lands job with Kroger
Eric Halvorson, who lost his job at WISH-TV late last year after 32 years an anchorman and reporter, has been hired by the Kroger Co.
EDITORIAL: Pence, Trump an awkward fit
Where’s the overlap on agendas? While Trump’s policy statements often border on the incoherent, there is little evidence his priorities are close to in sync with Pence’s conservative vision. Their words and deeds could hardly be more different, either.
Emmis shareholders approve reverse stock split
Emmis Communications Corp. shareholders on Thursday voted to approve a one-for-four reverse stock split that is aimed at avoiding a delisting of the stock by Nasdaq. The media company also announced first quarter results.
Local technology firms plan expansions, 77 new jobs
Two local technology firms are making plans to expand their operations in Indianapolis, adding a total of up to 77 employees over the next four to five years, the companies announced Wednesday morning.
Marsh signs Supervalu as primary supplier, service provider
Indianapolis-based Marsh Supermarkets Inc. has signed a long-term contract that will make Minneapolis-based Supervalu Inc. the primary grocery wholesaler for its stores, the companies announced Tuesday.
Report: Bosma, Rokita to vie for governor if Trump picks Pence as running mate
If Gov. Mike Pence is picked, the GOP would only have until July 15 to name a replacement to the Indiana ballot to run against Democratic nominee John Gregg. Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb would likely be in the running as well.
UPDATE: Builder, trade groups sue Greenwood over new design standards
An Indianapolis-based home builder and two trade associations have filed a lawsuit against Greenwood, claiming the city has adopted architectural standards on new houses that will drive up prices so significantly that the costs would preclude home ownership for thousands of residents.
Hamilton County man to serve prison time for securities fraud
The Secretary of State's office said Steven Garland claimed to be the director of commodities trading at Goldman Sachs and solicited investment money from his victims, saying he would invest it on their behalf.
EDITORIAL: Circle Centre needs plan to secure future
Circle Centre's size and location, filling more than two entire blocks in the heart of downtown, make the mall critical to the city’s considerable convention and tourism business.
Indiana Repertory Theatre inks 10-year extension to stay downtown
The theater’s new 10-year lease for the 1927 city-owned landmark on West Washington Street hands management duties to IRT and includes an option to renew for another 10 years.
Sallie Mae lands $2.4M in tax incentives for local expansion
As IBJ first reported Thursday morning, Newark, Delaware-based Sallie Mae plans to spend $15.7 million on the new office at 8425 Woodfield Crossing in northeast Indianapolis and add 278 workers to its existing staff.
Sallie Mae planning hundreds of jobs at new Indy office
Student loan provider Sallie Mae Bank is expected to announce plans Thursday morning to spend nearly $16 million on a collections office and call center that will hire up to 278 people before the end of 2023.
UPDATE: Colts lock up quarterback Luck through 2021 season
Quarterback Andrew Luck has signed a new contract with the Indianapolis Colts that will make him the NFL’s top-paid player, the Colts announced Wednesday afternoon.
Credit ratings firm says Carson’s parent in danger of default
Debt-laden Bon-Ton Stores Inc. operates just one store in Indianapolis, but that store is the largest tenant in Circle Centre—and considered a vital occupant for the downtown mall.
Paradise Bakery & Cafe in Chase Tower to close Friday
Paradise already had indicated to its landlord that it wouldn’t renew its 10-year lease for the 4,700-square-foot space, which expires next year.
Residential Real Estate: Marketplace
Housing Sales March 1 – May 31 MORE FROM IBJ Click here. The housing market is hot but the challenge is a lack of inventory, said F.C. Tucker Co. President Jim Litten. Currently, there are about 9,000 listings in central Indiana, although about 20 percent of those are under contract with an agent accepting […]
EDITORIAL: Absurd vaping law needs do-over
Pence should find a way to postpone the law’s implementation and the General Assembly should rewrite the legislation to ensure it’s fair to all—consumers and business owners alike.