September / October 2007
Volume 10, Number 5
FEATURES
Property Tax Primer
Where does your property tax money go? What local government units have experienced the largest levy increases? What are the differences between business and residential assessments and levies? These questions and more are addressed. [Full story]
Creating His Own Legacy
Martin Luther King III works to achieve lofty goals – reduce poverty and increase world peace. An exclusive interview with the 18th Annual Awards Dinner speaker offers insight into his past, present and future endeavors. [Full story]
Career Excellence – Times Two
Jeff “Skunk” Baxter executes a most unique transition from making music to advising on national defense issues. This sneak preview sets the stage for his November 8 appearance at the Indiana Chamber’s Volunteer of the Year Awards Luncheon. [Full story]
Business Takes a European Twist
The term global economy is commonplace. It’s not just neighbors in Canada and Mexico, or impending giants in China and India. Europe offers intriguing stories and possibilities for Indiana companies.
- All eyes on Ireland
- ExecConnect: Roundtable discussion
- From Belarus to Indianapolis
- Education initiatives
- BizVoice® ReVisited: Canadian trade
Construction Opportunities, Challenges
It’s a good time to be in the building industry – if there are enough workers with the needed abilities.
Focusing on Real Estate
Property values are largely influenced by surrounding enterprises and economic factors beyond one’s control. Two examples:
INDIANA INGENUITY
Tops in Tanning
ETS equals major success in a growing industry. Find out how a Marion County company reaches out to the world with its full-service manufacturing, distribution and entrepreneurship services. [Full story]
COMMUNITY FOCUS
Making the Necessary Adjustments
Columbia City and businesses within its borders adapt to changing circumstances to carve out a niche. Learn the latest about the Whitley County community. [Full story]
- Indiana’s Leaders: John Lefever, STAR Insurance Agency
- Member Spotlight: Bones Theatre
DEPARTMENTS
President’s Message
Tax problem not new
BizVoice® Web Exclusives
An early look at three September stories
BizVoice® ReVisited
High-speed rail
Finance
Changes in capital strategies
Education resource
Web site addition
Wellness initiative
Chamber program serves staff
Featured Video
Editorial Calendar
August 2024
Infrastructure and Energy
Election Preview
County Spotlight: Dubois
November 2024
Annual Award Winners
Healthy, Prosperous Communities and Citizens
Chamber Member Recognition
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