Inside INdiana Business

This weekend on Inside INdiana Business, our IBJ Media Innovate Series takes us to Northern Indiana. South Bend Mayor James Mueller and South Bend - Elkhart Regional Partnership CEO Bethany Hartley talk downtown investment, data centers and more. Goshen Mayor Gina Leichty shares an update on projects and progress in her city. Business of Health Reporter Kylie Veleta visits Kem Krest, which has dramatically cut its health care costs by using a model that’s gaining traction called Direct to Employer. Amish S. Plus, Yelp Indy's Brittany Smith is in the kitchen at His Place Eatery in Indianapolis highlighting the best family-friendly restaurants across the state. Watch the whole show now - it's available anytime on YouTube (link in comments)

Last chance, Bloomington! Join us for a day focused on the region’s growth and innovation. Don’t miss an exceptional lineup of panelists and a keynote + fireside chat with Secretary of Commerce David Adams. Reserve your seat or corporate table now: https://lnkd.in/gpu8iBBw

Indiana University announced a new eight-year contract with head football coach Curt Cignetti worth at least $92.8 million on Thursday, rewarding him for pushing the Hoosiers into national championship contention in just two seasons. Link to full story below 👇

Current Horizon League commissioner Julie Roe Lach is moving to Pacers Sports & Entertainment. The organization announced Thursday Lach will serve as executive vice president of external relations and community engagement and begin her role in the coming months. “Julie brings an incredible track record of leadership, deep ties to Indianapolis and a passionate commitment to our community,” said Mel Raines, CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, in written remarks. Lach has served as Horizon League commissioner since 2021.

Northeast Indiana business and community leaders — join us in Fort Wayne on November 18! We’ll explore the key opportunities driving the region’s future growth with a dynamic panel of local leaders. The afternoon kicks off with networking, followed by a Keynote from Suzanne Jaworowski, Indiana’s Secretary of Energy and Natural Resources. Don’t miss this important conversation. RSVP now at https://lnkd.in/grgbSq6e

Republic Airways President Matt Koscal shares his thoughts on their former CEO heading to Washington to serve in a leadership role.

Get the scoop on what’s happening in business and law across Indiana with IBJ Media’s Triple Take — our quick roundup of the top 3 stories from Indianapolis Business Journal, Inside INdiana Business and The Indiana Lawyer! Find the story links in the comments below, or read them all in the IBJ Media app.

Hillenbrand , based in Batesville, is set to be acquired by an affiliate of Lone Star Funds, a private investment firm in Texas. When the transaction is completed, Hillenbrand said it will become a privately held company and no longer trade on the New York Stock Exchange. Hillenbrand is the 19th-largest public company in Indiana with $3.18 billion in revenue in 2024. The company employs more than 10,000 people across its entire footprint. (Full story link in comments)

The co-founder and CEO of Vincennes-based AgroRenew says the decision to suspend plans for a $79 million bioplastics facility is disappointing, but he’s hopeful the project will still come to fruition, and the company is still continuing its work. Link to full story below 👇

It's fall sports season at the University of Evansville , and the student-athletes' success is driving energy, excitement and the goal of enhancing the fan experience. UE’s sports programs generated more than $800,000 in ticket revenue during the 2024-25 season, the highest amount in more than a decade. Three teams—men’s soccer, baseball and volleyball—achieved their highest revenue in nearly 10 years. With more than 100,000 fans attending home events, the men’s basketball team witnessed its highest average attendance over the last five seasons. With tip off for this season of men's basketball just weeks away, Mitzi S. Morris ✏️ spoke with Joel Zimba and Robbe Tarver about the athletic department and what's ahead.