Pilot program to address workforce inequity

A joint venture between the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership and the Indy Chamber is launching a pilot program to help businesses take action to address inequity in the workforce. Business Equity for Indy says the Workforce Pilot will provide companies with evidence-based strategies to reduce disparities, drive equity and support their business competitiveness. ... Read More

Accutech lands funding for staff expansion

The Muncie Redevelopment Commission has approved a $750,000 grant for Muncie-based Accutech Systems Corp., which is looking to more the double its staff. However, the Star Press reports the financial software company had been seeking $1.25 million for the expansion.... Read More

Rumsey: ‘Destination Zero’ key to Cummins’ growth

In one week, Jennifer Rumsey will become just the seventh chief executive officer at Columbus-based Cummins and the first woman to the lead the company. Rumsey views embracing the environment and challenges related to global warming will be important growth opportunities. ... Read More

Trine lands approval for Fort Wayne academic building

The Allen County Plan Commission has approved the primary development plan and rezoning for a $40 million Trine University academic building in Fort Wayne. The university is partnering with Fort Wayne-based Parkview Health on the facility, which will employ 100 faculty and staff.... Read More

Car auction company marks Indiana growth

Illinois-based vehicle auction company IAA Inc. (NYSE: IAA) is continuing its growth in Indiana. The company says it has completed an expansion of its Indianapolis South branch and has begun construction on an expansion in Fort Wayne.... Read More

IDOE to award record dual language immersion grants

The Indiana Department of Education is awarding grants to a record number of schools this year as part of the Dual Language Immersion Pilot Program. The IDOE says 30 schools will receive funding through the program to establish or expand dual language programs in French, Mandarin, and Spanish among other languages.... Read More

Indiana housing market shifting toward balance

The chief executive officer of the Indiana Association of REALTORS says the state is starting to see a shift to a more balanced housing market. Over the first six months of the year, home sales were down 2.4%, while new listings increased 4.7% percent. ... Read More

Christian Brands acquires Indy’s Murphy Robes

Indianapolis-based Murphy Robes Co. has been acquired by Christian Brands in Arizona. Murphy, which was founded in 1913, provides Christian choir gowns, pulpit robes, clergy attire and vestments. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.... Read More

Unemployment ticks up in June

Indiana's unemployment rate increased to 2.4% in June after three consecutive months at 2.2%. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development says the state gained 5,000 private sector jobs last month.... Read More