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Legislation that would reel in IEDC likely to return in 2025
State Sen. Spencer Deery said he plans to reintroduce similar legislation in 2025. From his viewpoint, the agency has become too focused on big deals that can give it a bad reputation.
State Sen. Spencer Deery said he plans to reintroduce similar legislation in 2025. From his viewpoint, the agency has become too focused on big deals that can give it a bad reputation.
This year’s games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are expected to be of particular interest to local fans, as Purdue University is one of the eight teams making the trip.
Former Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers, one of six Republicans running for Indiana governor, unveiled his “Play to Win” plan on Monday.
Some critics worry the bill would compromise economic development deals in the works, but it passed easily.
The Indiana Economic Development Corp. said the Legend Fund can help entrepreneurs and small businesses with small loans, typically under $50,000.
The IEDC said the Legend Fund will give non-traditional lenders an incentive to provide operating capital to Indiana-based businesses. Eligible lenders could have a portion of the loans they issue purchased by the IEDC, freeing up capital to support more entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Nick Weber’s resume includes stints working for Indianapolis Mayors Stephen Goldsmith and Greg Ballard, as well as late Indiana Sen. Richard Lugar.
Part of the trip will involve showcasing the state’s growing electric vehicle industry at InterBattery 2024, South Korea’s leading battery exhibition, which is expected to draw about 75,000 attendees and 500 businesses.
At least seven projects have been announced around since the Legislature in 2019 passed an economic development aimed specifically at data centers, which house computers, servers, and related hardware and equipment.
Community leaders say the 600-seat entertainment venue along U.S. 40, set to open March 9, will make Plainfield a popular regional destination.
The American Center for Manufacturing & Innovation in Austin, Texas has announced plans for what it calls a first-of-its kind project that could bring hundreds of millions of dollars in private investment to Indiana.
Caterpillar said the project would help retain the nearly 1,900 employees who currently work at the facility and create another 100 jobs.
The annual Mira Awards honor the best in tech in Indiana. Indianapolis-based TechPoint said the record number of entries for two of the key awards underscores the “vibrancy of Indiana’s tech sector.”
A cooperative of central Indiana communities wants to expand the impact of Main Street via walkable districts to attract residents and boost innovative development.
The big questions are whether the county is ready for projected growth and how its communities need to prepare for the LEAP Research and Innovation District.
The approach from the Indiana Economic Development Corp. is similar to those taken for prior events such as the Indianapolis 500, the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship game and the 2021 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four.
Kentucky’s bourbon industry pumps $9 billion into the Bluegrass State’s economy each year, creating more jobs and attracting more tourists than ever before, according to a study released Tuesday.
The 700,000-square-foot facility will be the company’s 22nd data center in the world and 18th in the United States.
A 26-person contingent comprising state and city officials, not-for-profit leaders and business executives traveled to the tiny city-state Nov. 14-17 to study how the nation has developed land along its waterfront.
Mindy Taylor Ross Ross made her name as the curator of public art in Indianapolis.