May 2025

Volume 28, Number 2

COVER STORY

Best Places to Work in Indiana
The 20th Annual Best Places to Work in Indiana program ranks a record 150 companies that have a culture where employees want to be! Learn their secrets and what excites their team members about their jobs. [Full story]

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FEATURE STORIES

ExecConnect: Indiana’s First Lady
Maureen Braun knows a thing or two about how to run a successful business: She’s operated Finishing Touches, a Jasper retail store for nearly 50 years. Braun is eager to share her knowledge and champion female entrepreneurs in her statewide role. [Full story]

Making a Difference
Drive and talent are hallmarks of this quartet of movers and shakers. Profiles of each woman are sure to inspire. [Full story]

Dateline: Delaware County
A host of new quality of life amenities, unique opportunities for local businesses and a focus on making an impact are just a few of the characteristics propelling Muncie and surrounding communities forward. [Full story]

BEST PLACES TO WORK IN INDIANA: Highlighting No. 1s
Challenging Workers to Soar
High expectations and a sense of home set the tone at Safety Resources, Inc. The occupational safety consulting business provides an array of career advancement, team-building and community leadership opportunities. [Full story]

Cultivating Camaraderie
Customer service – internal and external – is key at Ultimate Technologies Group. Leadership at the technology company is guided by faith, and prioritizes education and employee recognition. [Full story]

Listening and Learning
Engineering firm United Consulting, a 15-time Best Places to Work honoree, prides itself on seeking employee input and implementing recommendations. The strategy has paid off by instilling loyalty and a foundation of trust. [Full story]

Prioritizing Recognition
McGohan Brabender specializes in innovative employee benefits management – and it shows! Workers in the Indiana location rave about the culture there and say it’s like none other. [Full story]

Building a People-First Mindset
ARCO Design/Build claims the No. 1 spot in its category for the second consecutive year. Our Q&A with the divisional president sheds light on the organization’s ascent to the top and its strategies to stay there. [Full story]

FURTHERMORE

BEST PLACES TO WORK IN INDIANA

Section intro/Winners’ list: A quick look at all 150 honorees
Company profiles: small; small-medium; medium; large; major
Getting to Know: Steinberger Construction, Inc.; Surf Internet
Quick Hit: In Their Own Words
2025 Newcomers: Customized Mechanical Solutions LLC; Kalenborn Abresist Corporation; Woods & Woods; Firefly Children & Family Alliance

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Cultivating leadership skills and impactful programs
Quick Hit: Why it’s key for employers to build benefits to support women
Ogletree Deakins celebrating 25 years in Indianapolis; leader Bonnie Martin shares insights

COUNTY SHOWCASE: DELAWARE