Christie Sides hired as Indiana Fever’s new coach
The former Fever assistant returns to Indiana after a one-year stint as an assistant with the Atlanta Dream.
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Reich fires offensive coordinator as Colts keep sputtering
Indianapolis’ offense is ranked No. 18 in total yards and has struggled to run the ball most of the season.
Top Twitter executives fired as Elon Musk takeover begins
Musk became Twitter’s owner late Thursday as his $44 billion deal to take over the company closed, marking a new era for one of the world’s most influential social media platforms.
Dance Kaleidoscope’s David Hochoy to retire after 32 years in role
Hochoy, Dance Kaleidoscope’s artistic director since 1991, helped the company establish its studios at Circle City Industrial Complex.
Former Global Gifts chief to lead Hoosier Environmental Council
Sam Carpenter succeeds Jesse Kharbanda, who led the organization for more than 14 years before stepping down early this year.
Christiana Ochoa selected as new dean of IU Maurer law school
IU Maurer announced longtime faculty member Christiana Ochoa as the 17th dean in the law school’s history on Thursday. She is the first person of color and the second woman to be named dean in IU Maurer’s history.
EmployIndy promotes Mackintosh to chief executive
EmployIndy announced Tuesday that Marie Mackintosh has been promoted to president and CEO, succeeding Angela Carr Klitzsch, who has led the organization for more than six years.
Chief of Roche Diagnostics North America leaving Indy for larger corporate job
Matt Sause, president and CEO of Roche Diagnostics North America since 2019, has been named CEO of Roche Diagnostics and a member of the corporate executive committee. He will relocate to the parent company’s offices in Basel, Switzerland.
Indiana-based Vera Bradley hires longtime retail exec as new CEO
Jacqueline Ardrey Ardrey will succeed president and CEO Robert Wallstrom, who earlier this year announced his plans to retire after leading the company since 2013.
Ball State losing much-acclaimed athletic director to Iowa
Ball State University Athletic Director Beth Goetz will become Iowa’s deputy athletic director and chief operating officer, Iowa announced Wednesday.
Downtown Indy picks longtime Hogsett official as new leader
Taylor Schaffer, chief of staff for Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, will become just the third leader in the 29-year-old civic organization’s history.
Indiana GOP announces major change in Senate majority leadership
Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray, R-Martinsville, named Sen. Chris Garten, R-Charlestown, as the new majority floor leader of the Senate’s majority caucus, replacing Sen. Mark Messmer, R-Jasper.
Eiteljorg museum leader John Vanausdall announces retirement plans
Transition plans at the Eiteljorg include the naming of John Vanausdall’s successor before he retires in June.
Indiana Sports Corp. promotes COO Talty to president
Patrick Talty replaces Ryan Vaughn, who stepped down after leading the organization since 2014.
Former higher ed chief Lubbers joins Sagamore Institute as president
Jay Hein, who co-founded the not-for-profit institute with former U.S. Sen. Dan Coats in 2004, will move from president into the new position of CEO.
IndyHumane names new CEO from Texas animal-welfare group
The animal welfare not-for-profit expects Donna Casamento to start work in August, several months after its former leader exited without explanation.
Cummins’ new CEO says climate change presents ‘growth opportunity’
Jennifer Rumsey, who was named the first woman CEO in Cummins’ 103-year history, said addressing climate change remains a key priority for the company.
Tom Linebarger to step down as Cummins CEO, remain chairman
Linebarger will be replaced by Cummins President and Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Rumsey, who has been with Cummins for 22 years, including the last 16 months as COO.
Former grocery exec to lead Indiana Department of Labor
David Redden served in numerous executive roles for former grocery chain Marsh Supermarkets for almost 20 years.
Boone County Chamber of Commerce hires new executive director
The chamber said Joslyn McGriff-Bensley brings more than 15 years of leadership and professional experience to the position, including strategic planning, project management and relationship building.