Lesley Weidenbener: Seeking high-impact HR programs, people
IBJ’s newest awards program is less about recognizing individual people and more about highlighting organizations that have found ways to support their people.
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Q&A: Steven Emch on building next era of Indiana leaders
Steven Emch plans to grow the size of the post-graduate Orr Fellowship program without losing the culture that has connected its participants with some of the region’s most prominent and fastest-growing companies.
Lesley Weidenbener: An evolving definition of business reporting
Our focus is on economic development, real estate, finance, technology, manufacturing, government and health care.
Lesley Weidenbener: New additions to the newsroom
Bonnie will truly be missed at IBJ, not just for her work but for her wit and wisdom as well.
Lesley Weidenbener: Entrepreneurship column is IBJ’s newest feature
We are excited about what we think is a great roster of columnists who will bring you insights about starting or running your own business—often while trying to balance family or even another job.
Do it Best CEO says Electric Works ‘will change the face of Fort Wayne’
Late this year, the company—founded in 1945—will move into a new, 200,000-square-foot headquarters as the anchor tenant of Electric Works, a massive redevelopment of a 39-acre historic campus in the core of Fort Wayne that housed General Electric Co. until it closed in 2014.
Lesley Weidenbener: Networking fellowship to fill remote work gaps
Folks working remotely can live anywhere there’s a strong internet connection. But what they can miss working remotely is the networking and mentoring that is an important part of being with colleagues all the time.
Lesley Weidenbener: Enthusiasm at IMS, parade was infectious
Two things stood out: the elation of fans at having the Indy 500 back at full capacity and the care Roger Penske and his team are taking to ensure those fans have an amazing experience.
2022 Innovation Issue: Telamon moves into EV charging
A Q&A with Reggie Henderson, president of Telamon Energy Systems, discusses the company’s newest endeavor.
2022 Innovation Issue: Connecting Crane with private sector will drive Indiana’s defense industry
Connecting what happens behind the locked gates at Crane with the rest of Indiana’s economy takes some coordination. In the middle of that effort is the Indiana Innovation Institute.
2022 Innovation Issue: AI is a powerful tool—but it carries risks
Last month, Faegre Drinker announced that Indianapolis-based partner Scott Kosnoff would co-lead an interdisciplinary artificial intelligence and algorithmic decision-making team that the firm calls AI-X. IBJ talked to Kosnoff about the team.
Stellantis plans $2.5B electric-vehicle battery plant in Kokomo, 1,400 jobs
The companies said the investment could grow to $3.1 billion as Stellantis—formed last year with the merger of Fiat Chrysler and France’s PSA Peugeot—ramps up production of electric vehicles.
Lesley Weidenbener: Real estate tops coverage priorities
Statistics show the IBJ readers are intensely interested in real estate, so the newsroom has reporters who spend considerable time covering the residential market, retail projects and commercial development.
UIndy’s Robert Manuel named president of DePaul University
DePaul University’s board unanimously voted to select Manuel, 54, at a meeting on April 21 but the decision was not announced until Tuesday. The school said it picked Manuel after “an extensive national search.”
Lesley Weidenbener: Awards can boost confidence, morale
Congratulations to IBJ staff and contributors who won awards, and thank you to all of the IBJ and Indiana Lawyer staffers who make our news organizations better. We appreciate you all.
Q&A with Kristine Brockman, co-owner of GoldLeaf Savory & Sweet cafe
Today, GoldLeaf—1901 E. 46th St.—serves what it labels “snacks” (Wasabi Grilled Cheese, a Croissant with Gruyere and Ham, for example); offers an espresso bar (cappuccinos, cold brews, mochas, etc.) and serves beer and wine in an eclectic café filled with plants and art.
Lesley Weidenbener: ‘We’re a meritocracy’
It’s a common refrain about Indianapolis: You can come here from anywhere and become part of the fabric of the community.
Former Phoenix Theatre space is now a warm, industrial condo
Dark steel beams, exposed ducting and stainless industrial-style appliances are warmed up by worn leather furniture and soft area rugs.
Lesley Weidenbener: Reporters, social media and maintaining trust
When you work in news—or at least in a newsroom—you give up the right to publicly express opinions about a lot of things.
Lesley Weidenbener: Indiana 250 nominations are already inspiring us
Nominations for IBJ Media’s inaugural Indiana 250—a list meant to showcase the most influential people in Indiana—have started rolling in, and it has been fascinating to learn more about the people making an impact throughout the state.