12/21/08 Top Story: Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:54:53 GMT

The Indiana Department of Workforce Development has unveiled the third installment of its Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs. A list of the most in demand positions has been sent to education, workforce and economic development officials and posted in each of the department's 26 WorkOne Centers around the state. Marty Morrow, COO, Indiana Department of Workforce Development has more.

12/14/08 Top Story: Deep Job Losses Predicted for Indiana

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 16:01:20 GMT

Economists at Ball State University are predicting nearly 30,000 job losses in the state from January 1 through the end of next summer, but they expect a slight rebound by the end of 2009. The prediction was made this week at the 13th Annual Economic Outlook Luncheon by Ball State's Center for Business and Economic Research. Center Director Michael Hicks believes the construction, manufacturing and information technology sectors are expected to be among the hardest hit.

12/07/08 Top Story: Recession Woes

Sun, 7 Dec 2008 19:25:30 GMT

It's Official. We've been in a recession since December of last year. The CEOs of the Big Three U.S. automakers outlined plans in Washington D.C. for what they would do with a federal bailout. The Dean of Butler University's College of Business Administration Chuck Williams, sits down with Gerry Dick to break down some of the weeks top economic news.

11/30/08 Top Story: Holiday Retail Outlook

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 20:01:40 GMT

Mike Becher of Deloittes Indianapolis office breaks down its annual holiday survey which shows 13 percent of Hoosiers are still paying off holiday debt from last year. Also, Purdue Retail Institute Researcher Richard Feinberg expects online shopping to be the only winner this season, estimated at $25-$40 billion, an increase of 10 percent over last year.

11/23/08 Top Story: NCAA Men's Final Four in 2015

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:48:06 GMT

Indianapolis will host its seventh NCAA Men's Final Four in 2015 at Lucas Oil Stadium and that announcement came on the heels of the city being awarded the 2016 Women's Final Four. Bill Benner and NCAA's Tom Jernstedt has more on the selection process, the Indianapolis bid and Lucas Oil Stadium

11/09/08 Top Story: Election Follow Up

Sun, 9 Nov 2008 17:25:24 GMT

The Indiana Statehouse will have a different look this session with 32 new lawmakers, the most in more than two decades. Indiana voters also retained Governor Mitch Daniels. Kevin Brinegar, president of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, provides and election follow-up and what it could mean for Indiana business.

11/02/08 Top Story: IU's New Director of Athletics

Sun, 2 Nov 2008 20:44:26 GMT

Indianapolis Attorney Fred Glass will become the athletic director at Indiana University on January 2. Glass, a 1981 IU graduate, led Indianapolis' bid for the 2011 Super Bowl and also served as the president of Indianapolis' Capital Improvement Board. He discusses the job ahead and his plans for IU Athletics.

10/19/08 Top Story: Really Cool Foods Completes Construction

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:49:38 GMT

Construction of a state-of-the-art 79,000 square-foot processing and distribution center for Really Cool Foods is complete. Michael Recanati, CEO and Founder, talks about the fresh-prepared organic and natural food company that will initially employ 140 workers for the facility in Cambridge City in Wayne County. More at http://www.reallycoolfoods.com/

10/12/08 Top Story: Financial Fallout

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 17:07:15 GMT

After President Bush signed the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, many Hoosiers thought the financial uncertainty would be over, but experts say it will take time before we see results. Our financial expert, Chris Cooke, Managing Director of Investments at Cooke Financial Group provides more perspective on this challenging financial time.

10/05/08 Top Story: Bailout

Sun, 5 Oct 2008 17:07:22 GMT

Valparaiso University Graduate Business Program Director Bruce MacLean says homeowners with good mortgages could have problems if a rescue package is not approved. The U.S. Senate passed the proposal Wednesday night and a vote in the House is expected Friday. MacLean weighs in on the new plan and what it could mean for the economy. Check our newsroom for updates at http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?ID=31848

09/28/08 Top Story: Honda Manufacturing of Indiana

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 17:54:25 GMT

Greensburg's Honda plant is in its final stages of construction. We'll have an update with Rick Schostek, VP of Honda Manufacturing of Indiana on the facility as it prepares to roll out its first Honda Civic made in Indiana. Learn more at http://www.indiana.honda.com/indiana.cfm" target="_blank">GO

09/21/08 Top Story: Financial Fallout

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:18:09 GMT

A Ball State University professor says the impact of the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. and the $50 billion sale of Merrill Lynch remains to be seen, but should not be caused for over reaction. And as the ups and downs continue on Wall Street, and the U.S. government steps in to bail out AIG, Indiana companies are evaluating the impact here at home. Economist Michael Hicks breaks down the situation.

09/14/08 Top Story: Healthy Workforce

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:37:52 GMT

Traditional health management programs can provide a return on investment of $3 for every $1 spent. Inside INdiana Business introduces a new monthly segment called Healthy Workforce. where we'll offer perspective on how your company's waistline can impact its bottom line. We look at the reasons to begin a workforce wellness program with Bethany Garrity, Director of Corporate Fitness Management, National Institute for Fitness and Sport. Learn more at http://www.nifs.org/

09/07/08 Top Story: Lucas Oil History

Sun, 7 Sep 2008 17:45:23 GMT

The man who has been responsible for so many positive things that have happened in downtown Indianapolis, and a major player in getting what was the Hoosier Dome built; in getting the Colts to Indianapolis and, as chairman of the Indiana Stadium and Convention Building Authority David Frick helped lead this amazing Lucas Oil Stadium project. David Frick will provide some perspective on the new Lucas Oil Stadium.

08/31/08 Top Story: Sunday Alcohol Sales

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:35:26 GMT

Last week, we heard why "Hoosiers for Beverage Choices" wants Sunday alcohol sales. John Livengood of the Indiana Association of Beverage Retailers says Sunday alcohol sales are not good and talks on the the impact on small businesses like liquor stores. Learn more at http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?id=30996

08/24/08 Top Story: Indiana Alcohol Sales

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:28:42 GMT

Thousands of Hoosiers have signed a petition to change Indiana's Blue Law. The organizing group, Hoosiers for Beverage Choices, wants Sunday alcohol sales and the sale of cold beer at drug, grocery and convenience stores. Grant Monahan, president of the Indiana Retail Council, breaks down the laws. Learn more in our newsroom at http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?id=30996

08/17/08 Top Story: General Motors

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:36:29 GMT

We caught up with key GM Executive John Buttermore to discuss the state of GM's business, its future in Indiana and his message to employees. Ball State Economist Michael Hicks has been following General Motors in Indiana. He has some analysis on the automotive company. Learn more at http://www.gm.com/

08/10/08 Top Story: Changes at Lilly

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 05:14:46 GMT

Eli Lilly and Company is selling its nearly century-old Greenfield Labs to New Jersey drug development services company Covance Inc. for $50 million. This comes just a week after Lilly says it will possibly close operations near Lafayette in Tippecanoe County. Lilly President/CEO John Lechleiter is in studio to discuss the changes at Indiana's largest pharmaceutical company. Read more in our newsroom at http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?ID=30825

08/03/08 Top Story: Indiana's RV Industry

Sun, 3 Aug 2008 17:49:30 GMT

Indiana's RV industry is facing challenging times. Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce VP of Public Policy, Kyle Hannon has more on what northern Indiana is doing to diversify that area's workforce. Learn more at http://www.elkhart.org

07/27/08 Top Story: Davis Homes Ceases Operations

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:16:45 GMT

Davis Homes, one of the largest neighborhood developers in central Indiana is ceasing normal business operations due to what it says is the severe downturn in the housing market. The family-owned company has worked over the past few months to implement a plan to complete all homes that are under construction and has invested to ensure future home warranty obligations will be met. Read more in our newsroom at http://www.insideindianabusiness.com/newsitem.asp?id=30582

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