A plan to bring two new hotels to downtown Indianapolis sparks debate; CEDIA takes the wraps off its new Fishers headquarters; a $21 million campaign looks to boost people with disabilities; an eyewear company looks to the greater good; IU East embraces virtual reality; we talk to the new president of the Indiana Fever and our panel of INsiders takes a look at the week’s top stories.

A $100 million effort to bridge the digital divide in rural Indiana; a text-based interviewing platform is acquired; we have a mid-point update on the Indiana legislative session; Rolls-Royce picks Indy for a potential major Air Force project; Community Health launches its Behavioral Health Academy; a new center in Indiana will focus on inclusion; and, a look at some of the biggest economic development news throughout the state.

We update on business and tech-related bills making their way through the Statehouse; a marketing tech firm is making the move to Indianapolis; an effort to bring more film and TV production to Indiana grows; IU touts a record health funding year; a new student business program focuses on artisan cheese; Fishers unveils its Nickel Plate Trail Master Plan; and our INsiders have perspective on the week’s top stories.

What is the future of the Internet of Things in Indiana? Nominees are named for the Mira Awards, celebrating the best in tech; Cummins marks 100 years; a Purdue startup launches an app to detect concussions; the International School of Indiana has a new head of school; the Pacers unveil ‘Nothing But Knit’ and our panel of INsiders weighs in on the week’s top stories.

Indiana looks to grow its already $10 billion hardwood industry; a Franklin tech company calls its platform “Moneyball for esports;” a historic Madison site will get new life; Trendiana looks at Indiana’s best fast-casual healthy meals; “Little Hats, Big Hearts” raises heart disease awareness; Vincennes University takes to the skies for a new training effort; and our INsiders shed light on the biggest business stories of the week.

Is Indianapolis facing a housing bubble in 2019? A Muncie bank rides momentum; a teen tech center opens in Indy; new funding boosts public broadcasting in Indiana; Bloomington unveils the “Year of Food” campaign; we talk to Purdue’s athletics director; and, our panel of INsiders takes on the top business stories of the week.

Indy Eleven updates massive stadium plans and a new ownership structure; a prominent Indiana tech company is acquired; we introduce you to the art of graphic recording; the Business of Health spotlights dementia-friendly cruises; The Mind Trust lands a major grant; IndyCar says its new title sponsorship will have positive ripple effects; and, perspective on the week’s top stories from our panel of INsiders.

Indy lands a major air conference…will it mean new flights? The latest on Eleven Fifty Academy’s statewide growth plans; former Indy mayor Greg Ballard says we have a choice – less oil or more caskets; an organ transportation company marks a milestone; Indiana high schoolers launch a marketing firm; the search is on for more high school sports referees; and a look at the biggest economic development projects coming this year.

Is the time right for hate crimes legislation in Indiana? An Indy venture capital firm launches its latest fund; another new effort targets quality of life and population growth; we look at Indiana’s best offerings in the “experience economy,” Bosma Enterprises showcases a success story; a national manufacturing training program makes its way to Indiana; and, our INsiders take on the week’s top stories.

What did we learn from a series of “tech census” reports? A Carmel tech company celebrates 20 years; the Indiana Chamber looks at the 2019 legislative session; a nonprofit says student loan help can help employers attract talent; a local YMCA boasts a national first; a look at the potential of sports gambling in Indiana; and, perspective from our weekly panel of INsiders.

This week...it's a special edition of Inside INdiana Business, focusing on the transformational, high-dollar live-work-play developments going on throughout the state aiming to attract and retain top talent. We’ll spotlight projects in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend and more, and a special panel of INsiders will talk about the importance of this type of project throughout Indiana.

One of Indiana’s the leaders introduces us to his new company; we spotlight a drone service business; a prominent telecommunications company has a new president; Trendiana looks at ways to de-stress over the holidays; plans are underway for a big behavioral health hospital; a youth academy details its “quasi-military” format; and, a special edition of the INsiders focusing on agbiosciences.

How are other Indiana automakers positioned in the wake of big GM cuts? The Startup Ladies unveil a new resource for entrepreneurs; a Miami marketing agency has big plans in Indiana; our Culture Matters segment features Lessonly; The INnovators spotlights a virtually waterless car wash; Zimmer Biomet takes patient care mobile; and, our series on site selection looks at what happens after a deal is done.

Indiana’s growing tech sector brings its voice to the statehouse; a new startup targets workplace injuries; a southeast Indiana manufacturer marks a milestone with growth; we preview the Agbioscience Innovation Summit; a company uses tech to help special needs families find sitters; a new museum will honor an Indiana sports legend; and, our INsiders weigh in on the top stories of the week.

Amazon makes a split decision…what does it mean for Indy? The Mill in Bloomington is open for business; an update on DowDuPont’s Indiana operations; Trendiana spotlights hidden gems in small towns; an effort to get local food in local schools; Wabash College launches a historic fundraising campaign; and perspective on the week’s top stories from our panel of INsiders.

NIPSCO’s president outlines ambitious plans for the utility’s future; Scale Computing inks a key, big-name partnership; Marian University plans a new Ethics Center, IU President Michael McRobbie touts record research; an inspirational patient boosts cancer research; Ball State’s new athletics director looks to boost fan support; and a special panel of INsiders looks at the midterm election.

The new terminal at Indianapolis International Airport turns 10; a startup water-testing tech company continues to grow; FC Tucker marks 100 years in business; Fiat Chrysler invests in its workforce’s health; the Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township looks to get innovative; we talk to Butler University’s athletics director ahead of basketball season; and, our panel of INsiders looks at the week’s top stories.

A massive Indiana business park celebrates a decade of growth; a philanthropy icon is stepping down; an Indy nonprofit repurposes old Amtrak seats; the INnovators spotlights parking technology; a local effort to strengthen global health; will the convention center expansion bring more sporting events to Indy? And, how does quality of life impact economic development?

the annual FFA Convention brings tens of thousands to Indianapolis; IU celebrates tech transfer success; the University of Evansville’s new president outlines his vision; a look at some of the best Indiana-made ready to drink cocktails; a Richmond company takes an innovative approach to the opioid battle; the latest on a billion-dollar Indy development; and, our INsiders take on the week’s top stories.

This week is a special edition of the show from the Purdue Railyard in West Lafayette. Guests include Purdue President Mitch Daniels, Subaru of Indiana Senior Vice President Tom Easterday and the mayors of Lafayette and West Lafayette. We’ll also spotlight the Wabash Heartland Innovation Network, Purdue’s Innovation District and feature a two-part INsiders panel with a live studio audience.

In this bonus, podcast-exclusive content, Inside INdiana Business Host Gerry Dick sits down with city and business leaders in Noblesville to talk about the city’s ongoing momentum. His guests include Mayor John Ditslear, Verdure Sciences President Ajay Patel, Helmer Scientific President Bruce King and BlueSky Technology Director of Marketing and Agency Services Matt Rogers.

Sweetwater announces a massive expansion in Fort Wayne; an Indianapolis bicycle wheel maker celebrates a major milestone; is the Regional Cities Initiative meeting its goals; a new fulfillment center brings hundreds of new jobs; we spotlight a company looking to improve health communication; the Senior LPGA Championship is returning to Indiana; and, our panel of INsiders takes on the week’s top stories.

Is AgTech Indiana’s next big thing? Part four of our series taking you behind the gates at Crane; we preview of Wabash Valley’s Fail Fest; an update on an $80 million project in Carmel; Purdue researchers bring augmented reality to war zones; an interview with Pacers coach Nate McMillan; and, a look at how data plays into site selection.

The Pacers partner with a tech giant to boost fan experience; two Indiana tech companies land new funding; part three of our special series behind the gates at Crane; Culture Matters focuses on a well-known consulting firm; Downtown Indy marks 25 years; a cutting-edge cancer treatment comes to Indiana; and, our panel of INsiders takes on the week’s top stories.

How has Indiana’s market changed 10 years after the housing crises? A big-name manufacturer sets up shop in Lebanon; part two of our special series on Crane; Trendiana focuses on Hispanic Heritage Month; a gourmet marshmallow company switches gears; Noblesville is set to open a $24 million sports facility; and, perspective on the top stories of the week from our panel of INsiders.