Hoosier companies are encouraged to “unveil” what makes them a great employer with the Indiana Chamber of Commerce opening up nominations for its annual Best Places to Work in Indiana competition.
The awards program – in its 20th year and themed “Unveiling Excellence” – honors top organizations in the state as determined through employer reports and comprehensive employee surveys. Company evaluations and the selection process are administered by Workforce Research Group.
“The Best Places to Work in Indiana program is an ideal way to showcase the many great companies we have here in the Hoosier state and what they do to make the lives of their workers and communities in which they live and work that much better,” says Indiana Chamber President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders. “I find the creative and innovative ways these companies draw and retain talent and improve the lives of not just their employees, but those of their families as well, truly inspiring.
“Participating in this annual competition has real value for the companies involved. It’s an excellent way to attract top talent, enhance employee pride and ownership in your organization and impress clients.”
To take part, employers complete a questionnaire and fill out an anonymous engagement and satisfaction survey. All companies that apply will receive a thorough report analyzing strengths and opportunities for improvement in their workplace culture.
Winners are chosen in four groups: small companies of between 15 and 74 U.S. employees; medium companies of between 75 and 249 U.S. employees; large companies of between 250 and 999 U.S. employees; and major companies with 1,000 or more U.S. employees.
The application deadline is Friday, November 22. To apply, visit www.bestplacestoworkindiana.com.
The selected companies will be honored on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Best Places to Work awards dinner, which in keeping with the theme will be a masquerade, at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis.
Winners will also be recognized via a special supplement to the Indiana Chamber’s award-winning BizVoice® magazine and through Inside INdiana Business – both of which reach statewide audiences.
Program partners with the Indiana Chamber are Workforce Research Group, HR Indiana SHRM, Institute for Workforce Excellence, Wellness Council of Indiana, BizVoice® and Inside INdiana Business, A division of IBJ Media.
First Merchants Bank and True Rx Health Strategists are the Best Places to Work in Indiana dinner gold sponsors. The silver sponsors are LHD Benefit Advisors and TrueScripts; and visibility sponsors are Busey Bank, Harrah’s Hoosier Park, Indiana Members Credit Union and Reis-Nichols Jewelers.
Additional sponsorships are available by contacting Tim Brewer at
Top Best Places to Work in Indiana winners for 2024 in the small, medium, large and major categories were, respectively: JA Benefits, a Bedford-based insurance and employee benefits company; TrueScripts, a prescription benefit management service in Washington; Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing and Casino, a casino and racing park in Anderson; and ARCO Design/Build, a national design/build construction firm with a location in Indianapolis.
Employers looking to improve the health and productivity of their workers are encouraged to send representatives to the 2024 Indiana Wellness Summit on September 12-13 at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis.
The two-day summit is a partnership between the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) and brings together Hoosier health and wellness professionals to offer best practices that foster enhanced well-being for Indiana’s workplaces and communities.
“Through this summit, we aim to empower employers with the insights and tools needed to foster a healthier, more productive workforce,” says Jennifer Pferrer, WCI executive director. “By investing in employee wellness, companies can enhance productivity, reduce healthcare costs and create a more positive work environment.
“This event is a unique opportunity for business leaders to engage with industry experts and discover innovative wellness strategies that can be implemented in the workplace,” she adds.
Sessions include: “The Role of Strategic Well-Being in Effective Leave Management”; “Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What Employers Need to Know”; “Burning Bright: Retaining Young Talent Through Burnout Awareness”; “The Four-Day/32-Hour Work Week IS Possible”; “Indiana Healthy Communities Panel”; and “Revolutionary Leader: How to Lead in a World That’s Set Up for You to Follow.”
The summit will feature over 30 educational sessions, wellness expo, reception for WCI members, the Awards Luncheon, networking and more.
The keynote presentations include “Staying Healthy in a Culture That’s Anything But!” by speaker and television chef Zonya Foco and “Addressing the Heart and Soul of Employee Well-Being” by workplace well-being thought leader Dr. Jessica Grossmeier.
The cost to attend is $449 for Indiana Chamber or WCI members, or $549 for non-members. Single day registrations are $349 or $449, respectively. Registration links and the full agenda are available at www.indianawellnesssummit.com.
The summit is supported by diamond plus sponsor Eli Lilly and Company; platinum sponsor Delta Dental of Indiana; gold sponsors FitKit Wellness, Clearpath Specialty, McGohan Brabender, Novo Nordisk Inc; and silver sponsor Complete Wellness Solutions.
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Conexus Indiana Offers the Manufacturing Readiness Grant
Manufacturing Readiness Grants assist manufacturers planning to make tech-enabled capital investments in smart manufacturing within their Indiana operations—leveraging technologies from advanced communications to cobots to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and beyond.
Up to $200,000 in matching grants are available
Helping manufacturers -
Boost Profitability
Be More Competitive
Leverage New Technology
Increase Productivity
For assistance with the grant application, or any questions, please contact Angie Buchanan, WCEGP Executive Director, call 812-883-8803 or email
Digital Decluttering Tips For Your Connected Life
Nowadays, organizing your digital possessions, such as beloved photos and videos, and backing up important data, like school and business records, is just as important as keeping your physical surroundings orderly.
Why is backing up data so important? Because so many things can go wrong: from spilling water on your laptop to losing your phone to experiencing a natural disaster. Plus, there's cybersecurity to think about- a PC infected by malware is a common cause of data loss.
If you're like most people and have precious data you want to protect, a common rule of thumb for keeping important files from disappearing forever is the 3-2-1 rule:
* Have three total copies of your data.
* Save copies on two different types of media or devices.
* Keep one backup copy off-site in case of disaster.
"Whether it's a senior thesis, your business plan or cherished family photos and videos, if it's important to you, back it up," says Nitin Kachhwaha, director of product management, Western Digital. "Having a practical 3-2-1 backup strategy in place is essential to providing peace of mind and preserving your files for the future."
If you're looking for storage solutions to back up your data, one great option is the My Book desktop drive from WD, which is designed to complement your life with massive space to store your files, ranging from 4TB to 22TB of capacity. An alternative option from the WD brand is the popular and portable My Passport Ultra hard drive that comes with storage up to 6TB, which is the world's highest capacity 2.5 inch drive. This is a great storage companion for those with an on-the-go lifestyle, equipped with password protection for an extra level of security. (Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment. Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required.)
Both come with automatic backup software so you can maintain peace of mind knowing that you are helping keep your data safe. For more information and backup solution ideas, visit https://wd.com.
These days, decluttering doesn't just refer to nixing household clutter and cleaning out closets, it also includes organizing your digital life by helping to protect your treasured and sensitive data.
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