Fred Cartwright to retire as head of Conexus Indiana
Conexus credited Cartwright with expanding its partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corp. through the Manufacturing Readiness Grants.
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2024 Innovation Issue: Robotic welding system boosts Smoker Craft’s production
The company has received attention for its system and last month earned the Conexus Indiana Manufacturing Innovation Award at TechPoint’s 2024 Mira Awards gala.
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2024 Innovation Issue: The path to Industry 4.0
Numerous groups are working to advance both technology adoption and related workforce development in Indiana’s manufacturing industry, especially among the small companies that represent the bulk of Indiana’s manufacturers.
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IEDC zooms to Vegas to promote state tech sector
The Indy Autonomous Challenge will be part of the splashy CES trade show Jan. 5-8 in Las Vegas, where Hoosier business leaders plan to use the racing event as a vehicle for promoting Indiana’s tech economy to a potentially worldwide audience.
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Conexus launching network aimed at hardtech innovators
In a switch from its original focus, the Hardtech Innovators Network will seek to help those who actually do the hands-on design, engineering and innovation work at Indiana companies.
Hoosier manufacturers ramping up adoption of advanced technologies, report shows
More than half of Indiana manufacturers have implemented or are testing at least one advanced technology, according to a new report from Conexus Indiana and the Indiana University Kelley School of Business at IUPUI.
Manufacturing tech grants helped Hoosier companies grow their workforce, report says
On average, recipients of the state’s Manufacturing Readiness Grants added five new jobs as a result of the technology investments.
Indiana grants aim to keep factories on cutting edge of technology
Manufacturing Readiness Grants launched last year as a pilot to stimulate private-sector investments in modernizing Indiana’s manufacturing sector.
Conexus sees new CEO as just the right ‘maker’
With a last name that means “maker of carts,” Fred Cartwright jokes that he was destined to work in some form of transportation manufacturing. After carving out a nearly four-decade career in manufacturing innovation, he is now the president and CEO of Conexus Indiana.
Conexus Indiana hires innovation-focused executive as its new president, CEO
Conexus’ new president and CEO, Fred Cartwright, has held a variety of innovation-focused leadership positions in the manufacturing industry, including at Allison Transmission, General Motors and an automotive research facility affiliated with Clemson University in South Carolina.
Panelists: Companies can make supply chains more resilient to disruption
Companies that map their supply chains can gain insights into where its various tiers of suppliers are located, the relative importance of each supplier and other critical data points, industry experts said at an IBJ event Friday.
Conexus Indiana’s top executive to depart in June
Mark Howell, 56, who joined Conexus in 2018, plans to focus on volunteer and philanthropic activities after leaving the Indianapolis-based not-for-profit, the organization said Wednesday.
Ivy Tech, Conexus to launch first-of-its-kind truck driver training program
The one-semester program, which includes both on-the-road driver training and academic instruction, is set to begin in January at Ivy Tech campuses in Indianapolis, Lafayette, Fort Wayne, Evansville and Lawrenceburg.
Panel: Manufacturers must prepare for coming technology revolution
Artificial intelligence, data analysis tools and other digital technology will revolutionize manufacturing and companies need to get ready for it, said panelists at an IBJ/Conexus Indiana industry event Friday.
Conexus Indiana hires two execs to lead tech, workforce initiatives
One executive is expected to help Indiana companies continue their transition into next-generation digital technologies. The other will develop and direct programs that help secondary and post-secondary students, as well as adult workers.
Purdue to lead innovation hub focused on autonomous vehicles
Much of the research at the hub—located at Purdue’s Research Park—will be done in partnership with government agencies, including the Indiana Department of Transportation, and private-sector companies.
New Conexus CEO wants Hoosier businesses to embrace cutting-edge technology
Former Angie’s List COO J. Mark Howell is looking for ways to help the state’s advanced-manufacturing and logistics industries navigate a changing technology landscape.
Angie’s List executive taking top job at Conexus Indiana
Mark Howell, who has been Angie’s List’s chief operating officer since 2013, will start his new job at the manufacturing and logistics advocacy group in January.
Conexus plans program to connect veterans with Indiana employers
The program, called INvets, will be launched later this year, initially with five Indiana auto-industry manufacturers.
Rise in internet-connected devices creates new cybersecurity concerns
Aerospace and defense companies are working to thwart digital attacks from several sources and expect huge demand for workers in the field.
Indiana’s manufacturing industry losing steam, survey says
Respondents from a wide range of sectors across the state say their expected growth rates for revenue, profit and capital investment are lower than in recent years.
New competition aims to build career interest in logistics industry
Students from 18 colleges and universities are set to participate in the first-ever Conexus Indiana Logistics Case Competition next month in Indianapolis.
Industries focus on connecting with students to attract workers
While Indiana scores highly in terms of the overall health of its manufacturing and logistics sectors, a report released Thursday indicated that workforce development is still a key concern.