2015 CFO of the Year: Nick Vandergrift
Nick Vandergrift has helped MS Companies, which pairs workers with clients in need of a flexible workforce, use technology to fuel rapid growth.
Lou Harry
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2015 CFO of the Year: Andrew Davis
In his first year on the job, Andrew Davis helped MOBI, which provides software and services to help companies manage their mobile devices, raise $35 million to fuel growth.
2015 CFO of the Year: Debra Ross
Debra Ross joined The National Bank of Indianapolis before its 1993 opening. It's been profitable every year, even during the financial crisis, and now is the state's 11th-largest bank.
Priority list includes a sleighful of holiday events
The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir celebrates the 25th anniversary of its signature holiday program while tiny art takes over Gallery 924.
LOU’S VIEWS: ‘Hamilton’ and more brighten Broadway
Plus thoughts on “Fun Home,” “Something Rotten,” “An American in Paris,” and other productions.
Broadway roundup (part 3): Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Hamilton’ reviewed
I’m happy to report that this remarkable production of a stunning show deserves all the attention it’s getting.
Broadway roundup (part 2): ‘Something Rotten,’ Sam Rockwell in ‘Fool for Love,’ more
This time, a Shakespeare spoof, Sam Rockwell rocks Sam Shepard, and a White House washout.
Broadway roundup (part 1): ‘An American in Paris,’ ‘Fun Home,’ ‘The Curious Incident’
On a recent trip to New York, I fit in as much theater as humanly possible. Here are thoughts on three recent award-winners.
DINING: City Market bistro offers twist on traditional grilled cheese
Bedecked with playful signage and a menu handwritten on butcher paper, Say Cheese adds another option to downtown lunch dining.
LOU’S VIEWS: ‘Rudy’ meets ‘Brian’s Song’ in Angelo Pizzo’s directorial debut
“My All-American” might not land a place in the pantheon of greats, but it certainly proves a spunky, engaging competitor.
Priority list includes Bands of America, Eiteljorg art, a revisit to ‘Our Town,’ more
If you like the halftime shows better than the football games, you owe yourself the favor of seeing the Grand National Championship finals at least once in your life.
Ticket giveaway: Civic’s ‘Mary Poppins’
I’ve got a four-pack of tickets to the stage version of the Disney classic. Here’s how to win.
LOU’S VIEWS: Prince of prints
IMA shows evolution of artist Gustave Baumann, who specialized in wood block nature prints
DINING: Subito stakes a claim on Cultural Trail
When the Subito sign went up across the street from an otherwise quiet stretch of the Cultural Trail, I expected another inconsequential lunchery. I was wrong.
Priority list includes military monologues, spirit, place, the wonder of Stevie, more
Spirit and Place Festival kicks off while Steve Wonder plays Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Steve Jobs is discussed theatrically, and actor Stephen Lang visits Ball State.
Thoughts on ‘The Nether’ at the Phoenix Theatre
I appreciated a good space battle, but my favorite science fiction used speculation to make me wrestle with questions of the here and now.
DINING: Nora newcomer Big Lug Canteen overachieves
A quote from the website: “Masters of Decent. Genius in Pretty Good.” I beg to disagree.
ISO maestro Urbanski has grown, gained global plaudits
In his fifth season in Indianapolis, the Polish native not only leads the ISO, but also has conducting and guest-conducting commitments worldwide.
2015 WOMAN OF INFLUENCE: Nichole Wilson
Nichole Wilson, the executive director of sports medicine, physical therapy and rehabilitation at Community Health Network, helped the hospital system rapidly become a force in the sports medicine field.
2015 WOMAN OF INFLUENCE: Ashley Vukovits
Ashley Vukovits had no software experience when she joined Interactive Intelligence Group in 2003. She rose to chief financial officer this year.