Our organization is in the midst of a strategic plan refresh, resetting goalposts and weaving in current challenges and opportunities. Among the updates, one small change stands out – we are adding optimism to our core values.... Read More
The phrase “civic leadership” gets used to describe a lot of things and the phrase “civic leader” gets used to describe a lot of people, but what do we actually mean when we use those words?... Read More
When you hear the word "silo," what comes to mind? As Hoosiers, we may immediately picture a farm structure full of grain or soybeans, safely storing valuable crops. But in other contexts, silos aren’t quite as effective. ... Read More
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is the busiest shopping day of the year in the United States. It is quickly followed by Cyber Monday, which offers even more deals from online retailers. Both of these days tempt us with the question “What do you want?”... Read More
A well-informed opinion is like driving a new car off the lot, it begins losing value immediately. The world is constantly changing; the people in our world are constantly changing; the context in which we live our lives is constantly changing. This means the impact and consequences of our decisions have the potential to constantly change too.... Read More
This month marks ten years that I have been leading the Stanley K. Lacy Executive Leadership Series. Like most anniversaries with nice round numbers, it has caused me to pause and reflect. There are so many incredible leaders doing critical work across Indiana, and I have been privileged to have a front row seat to witness the impact of many of them. If I had to sum up my observations from the past decade in a few words, it would be this: relationships matter.... Read More
Hoosier hospitality is at the heart of our state’s identity. It’s that particular brand of helpfulness that makes Indiana unique. Indy, where our organization is based, has a rich history of civic engagement and investment in the common good. We pride ourselves on the ability to bring volunteers together to make big things happen, not just for the benefit of a few but for the good of many.... Read More
Who do you think of as a leader? Often in our society, business executives, government officials, and coaches are called leaders. And they can be. In Central Indiana, there are great examples of leaders in all of those spaces. But visibility, status, and title alone are not what makes someone a leader. ... Read More
