July / August 2006

Volume 9, Number 4

FEATURES

Lugar Outlines Key Issues

In a one-on-one interview, Indiana’s senior senator discusses foreign policy topics – immigration, agriculture, energy security, alternative fuels, protectionism and more – that have a direct impact on Indiana. [Full story]

GOING GLOBAL: BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Between Indiana and India

India is on pace to surpass China as the largest nation in the world. Its private sector leaders are eyeing business investments around the world and the country’s growing middle class offers opportunities for Indiana companies.

Roundtable discussion
Inside India, including interviews with two leading businessmen looking to America
A firsthand account from the Indiana Venture Center’s Steve Beck
Intellectual property concerns and improvements

Making the Workplace Safer Takes a Team Effort

Yes, management buy-in and leadership is essential. But true employee commitment often makes the difference. That, however, is often easier said than done. What does it take to make behavior-based safety the norm rather than the exception? [Full story]

Additional safety topics:

Taking Indiana to the Next Level

Accelerating Growth is the title, and the goal, of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s strategic plan. The outline for Indiana economic activity carries many similarities with the Chamber’s own efforts in Economic Vision 2010. [Full story]

COMMUNITY FOCUS

Taking a New Approach in Richmond/Wayne County

Like many Indiana communities, manufacturing struggles take their toll. Diverse business retention and attraction efforts, however, are producing a business climate ripe for growth. Innovation and tourism are at center stage in east central Indiana. [Full story]