Indianapolis Business Journal

Heading into summer concert season, Klipsch Music Center in Noblesville has a tough act to follow: itself. Andrea Davis reports that ticket sales have soared in the last couple of years, thanks to imaginative marketing, patron-friendly features and a savvier concert industry. Also this week, Scott Olson details the return of restaurateur Peter George, who’s opening a new eatery on 16^th Street. And in A&E, Lou Harry hits Mass Ave to study the second location for Carmel’s Pizzology.

Indianapolis author John Green isn't a businessman, per se, but he's practically an industry unto himself. In this issue, IBJ's Lou Harry examines the blockbuster sales of Green's "The Fault in Our Stars," the prospects for the movie version (opening June 6), and Green's mastery of social media and multimedia to create a motivated fan base. Also this week, Scott Olson reports on the hops shortage threatening local breweries. And J.K. Wall explains how IU Health's Saxony hospital is finding ways to cut costs and improve outcomes with a focus on care coordination.>

This week, IBJ presents its annual Executive Pay Scorecard, with the full compensation for 301 top bosses at 64 public companies in Indiana. And the top two names this year are a big surprise. Also in this issue, Anthony Schoettle takes a look at the city's development and tourism strategy now that we know we won't be hosting the 2018 Super Bowl. And in Focus, J.K. Wall studies the pressing challenges facing Ball State University's new president.

One of Mayor Greg Ballard's keys to stengthening Marion County is to attract high-earning residents who can bolster the tax base. But new research shows that the number of people living in low-income areas of the eight donut townships has grown sixfold since 2003. IBJ's Kathleen McLaughlin examines the challenges facing the suburban townships. Also this week, Andrea Davis details how cash-strapped school districts are concocting unusual ways to raise money. And in A&E Etc., Mike Lopresti revisits the saddest day in Indy 500 history with A.J. Foyt and Johnny Rutherford.

This week, A&E Editor Lou Harry provides a sneak peek at the Indianapolis Zoo's $26 million orangutan center, which opens May 24, and Scott Olson uncovers a criminal inquiry of local developer HDC Mansur. In Focus, J.K. Wall gauges the progress of Indiana's life-sciences thrust. And see what IBJ thought of much-ballyhooed Tex-Mex newcomer Chuy's.

In the weeks since the city announced its $160 million deal to help subsidize the Indiana Pacers and Bankers Life Fieldhouse, the one person we haven't heard much from is team owner Herb Simon. In this week's IBJ, Greg Andrews presents a wide-ranging interview with the billionaire that reveals his succession plans and details about team revenue and costs. Also this week, Scott Olson has the scoop on a planned building boom at Butler University. And in Focus, Anthony Schoettle looks at the new ride-share services in Indy.

Mayor Greg Ballard months ago announced plans for the nation's first all-electric car sharing service, but they have hit an imposing speed bump. Kathleen McLaughlin reveals the obstacle that could pass $16 million in costs to IPL customers. Also in this week's issue, Anthony Schoettle takes an indepth look at the Indiana Pacers' financial situation, which was brightening even before the team's recent subsidy deal with the city. And in Focus, Jeff Newman explores the architectural salvage niche and how players are adapting to economic trends.

In this week's issue, Chris O'Malley digs into a federal lawsuit between Indiana body shop owners and car insurance companies, who are accused of squeezing compensation for collision-repair shops to the point of collapse. Also this week, Scott Olson previews an unexpected menu addition for Indy-based Steak n Shake. And in A&E Etc., Lou Harry praises a congregation of theatrical works in the area with unconventional takes on men of the cloth.

In this week’s issue, Anthony Schoettle examines how private colleges like Notre Dame could feel the impact of a groundbreaking labor ruling that classifies student athletes as employees. Also in IBJ, J.K. Wall explains how IU Health has been able to spread its in-house surgical talent outside the state. And in A&E Etc., Lou Harry explores how Eskenazi Hospital has made contemporary art a hallmark of its interior design.

This week in IBJ, Dan Human takes you behind the scenes in the war against cybercrime, visiting the secret, reinforced downtown bunker housing security firm Rook Security Inc. Also in this issue, Kathleen McLaughlin begins charting the long and circuitous journey most central Indiana counties must take before they can host ballot initiative for funding mass transit. And in A&E Etc., Lou Harry reflects on the first five years of the Cabaret at the Columbia Club.

Jim Irsay's arrest and revelations about his health have expedited questions about succession planning for the Indianapolis Colts. IBJ's Anthony Schoettle explores the financial implications of keeping the team in the family. Andrea Davis takes the long view of Westfield's massive investment in Grand Park. And in A&E, sports columnist Mike Lopresti gets the inside scoop on the Milan Miracle on its 60th anniversary from Bobby Plump and Ray Craft, who recreate the winning shot on IBJ video.

In this week's issue, Chris O'Malley provides a rare window into a fight between Toyota dealers in the Indianapolis area. Ed Martin Toyota has been given the green light to move from Anderson to Fishers, which has set horns blaring at nearby Butler Toyota (as well as at two other Indy dealers). Also, Greg Andrews examines the decline of Washington Square Mall, an unusual dud in the Simon Property Group portfolio. And in A&E, Lou Harry pays a visit to Rockstone Pizzeria & Pub in Fishers, which lives up to its name.

In this issue, Cory Schouten takes a hard, in-depth look at the business dealings of Ersal Ozdemir, whose development and construction firm Keystone Group has taken on projects benefiting from millions of dollars in public subsidies. Critics paint Ozdemir as a politically connected opportunist who has been able to bend the system for his benefit. Also this week, Kathleen McLaughlin explores planned changes to U.S. 31 that are worrying Carmel residents. And in A&E, Lou Harry gives northsiders a primer on enjoying ice cream purveyor Graeter's.

When ExactTarget was purchased by Salesforce.com, we initially were worried that it could leave town. Now comes news from reporter Scott Olson that ExactTarget is evaluating sites downtown where it could build a major office tower, both consolidating its local workforce and making room for growth. Also in this issue, Anthony Schoettle delves into whether the Indy Eleven needs a new soccer stadium for the franchise's long-term success. And in A&E, Lou Harry discusses the trouble he has warming up to the work of Robert Indiana, now on display at IMA.

This week, Chris O'Malley reveals a new niche opening up in weather forecasting that could make the future of TV meteorologists more gloomy—Internet-based independent forecasters who provide more detailed data, sometimes for a price. Also in this issue, Dan HUman explains how a lack of infrastructure is bottlenecking Indiana's wind-powered energy market. And in A&E, Lou Harry takes the temperature of new Fountain Square nightspot Thunderbird.

We only learned a few weeks ago about the National Rifle Association's annual convention in Indy (set for April 25-27), but Anthony Schoettle reports in the latest edition of IBJ that the effort by local tourism officials to land the mammoth event began more than a decade ago. Also this week, Chris O'Malley explores charges by some investors in Angie's List that the consumer review service has significantly changed its business model and concealed fundamental obstacles to reaching a profit. And in A&E, Lou Harry reviews the IRT's take on three short stories by Kurt Vonnegut.