Citizens CEO: 16 Tech Could be Global Attraction
The 60-acre development aims to attract global life sciences and technology companies of all sizes.
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As a subscriber you can listen to articles at work, in the car, or while you work out. Subscribe NowOne of the newest members of the 16 Tech board of directors says an innovation district in Indianapolis could have global impact on the region. Citizens Energy Group Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Harrison, who was added to the board along with AT&T Indiana Director of External and Corporate Affairs David Lewis, says 16 Tech could be a "significant" tool for statewide talent attraction efforts. The district received a major boost last month when the City-County Council in Indianapolis approved $75 million in bond funding for infrastructure work at the 60-acre industry, residential and retail site planned near the IUPUI campus.
16 Tech Community Corp. CEO Betsy McCaw calls Harrison and Lewis two of the "most respected" business and community leaders in Indianapolis and says "16 Tech will succeed with leadership who have a passion and strong capability to create and be ambassadors for an urban, dense environment inviting to talent and companies desiring a live, work, play and learn hub of regional innovation and collaboration. Long-time Hoosier residents, Jeff and David are highly regarded business leaders who have served our city in many capacities. They also bring global recognition and expertise in the very high-tech industry sectors that will drive the success of 16 Tech."
16 Tech aims to attract players in the life sciences, technology, advanced manufacturing and creative industries. Businesses could locate to the property as early as 2018.
In an interview with Inside INdiana Business, Harrison says a myriad of sectors will benefit from 16 Tech.