Leadership after the uniform

As a veteran, I hear, “Thank you for your service,” often. It’s a phrase that humbles me and reminds me that I don’t feel I did enough. I know many who gave more, who sacrificed more, who are more deserving of the compliment.... Read More

And the reward goes to … you?

With a few clicks and a change in which credit card I was using, I was able to make adjustments that will earn my family an extra $500 in rewards over the next twelve months.... Read More

Business growth: Investing in AI

Most every company is trying to figure out if, when, and how AI can be of benefit to them and, even more importantly, what negative effect their firm might face as this superpower continues to be developed with no apparent termination point in sight.... Read More

Redistricting won’t help Hoosiers make ends meet

As a long-time legislator and chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus, I know first-hand the issues plaguing Hoosiers. Every day, Indiana residents are struggling with rising costs of living, higher utility bills and sky-high health care costs.... Read More

Optimism as a leadership value

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

Private equity and M&A in a low-rate world

The recent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September 2025 has sparked conversation around mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and whether it could bring about a wave of higher “deal flow.”  What does this mean for investors?... Read More

Crafting those tricky CEO messages

Few things tell me as much about a company as those inevitable messages that emerge over the signature of its CEO. They concern wonderful news, terrible happenings, or calls to action…and it’s depressing how many of them simply fall flat.... Read More

Building career pathways is the cure for our health care shortage

Indianapolis has always been a city of resilience and purpose. Our history is rich with stories of Hoosier hospitality, innovation taking root, and health care excellence shaping lives. From our world-class hospitals to the compassionate professionals who serve within them, our city has long been a place where healing thrives.... Read More

Emotional intelligence is a strategic imperative

What’s one thing that might solve a multitude of problems? Technical skills and IQ are no longer the sole predictors of success. Increasingly, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is emerging as a critical differentiator—especially in leadership. Whether you're leading a small team or a large organization, EQ is the skill set that helps you connect, inspire, and lead with impact.... Read More