September / October 2011

Volume 14, Number 5

FEATURES

Getting Ready for the Big Game

Prior to that “Super” event in February, four-time NFL champion quarterback Terry Bradshaw will headline the Chamber’s 22nd Annual Dinner. Learn about his interesting career – on and off the field. [Full story]

INDIANA COMPANIES TO WATCH

Make a Powerful Statement

The fourth annual program recognizes 43 Hoosier organizations that are making an impact in their industries and beyond, with the potential for even greater achievement.

• Governor’s message
• List of winners
• Purdue, Edward Lowe Foundation
• Economic impact
• Alumni achievements, Spotlight Awards
• Roundtable discussion: Four winners talk about growing successful organizations in Indiana
• Company profiles

Deal or No Deal

The headline above might be most commonly known today as a television game show title. Here, we refer to business transactions, whether or not they become reality and the long-lasting impact of several.

• The Colts’ move from Baltimore to Indianapolis
• Herff Jones: An ESOP and acquisitions
• Franklin Electric: Competing against its customers
• Insights, trends and analysis from those in the business
• Mickey Maurer: Veteran dealmaker shares valuable lessons

Closing the Workforce Wise Gap

Five-part series concludes with focus on older employees and their role in today’s workplace.

• Pair of professionals search for new opportunities
• Programs in place to assist older workers
• Guest Column: The value of experienced employees

All Hoosier, All the Time

Tradition, networking and celebration are all part of the Indiana Society of Chicago anniversary dinner. [Full story]

DEPARTMENTS

President’s Message

Web Exclusives
An early look at two September stories

Issue Analysis
Internet sales taxes

Workplace Wellness
Implementing a new initiative

Shorts

Found Elsewhere
Merger and acquisition terminology