November 2026

Volume 29, Number 4

COVER STORIES

Roger Penske: Ogletree Deakins Business Leader of the Year
Roger Penske is driving a bold new era for Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar. Through major investment, innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence, the Penske Entertainment chairman is accelerating the sport’s momentum in Indianapolis and around the world. [Full story]

Pamela Whitten: NextEra Energy Resources Dynamic Leader of the Year
At Indiana University, President Pamela Whitten is guiding ambitious growth and change while raising the institution’s national profile. Her priorities are fueling gains in student success, research, athletic achievement and workforce preparation while expanding IU’s statewide impact. [Full story]

La Porte: Yamaha Community of the Year
Collaboration, downtown development, business growth and quality of life investments are creating new energy in La Porte. Community partners are building on the city’s strengths to attract opportunity and position it for a stronger future. [Full story]

Chris Jensen: Birch Bayh-Richard Lugar Government Leader of the Year
One of Indiana’s fastest-growing communities is making major investments in infrastructure, economic development and quality of place. Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen is helping position the city to manage its growth and pursue long-term opportunity. [Full story]

Nate Feltman: Keystone Group-Indy Eleven Entrepreneur of the Year
A career spanning business, public service and entrepreneurship has shaped IBJ Media’s Nate Feltman. His work reflects a commitment to strong local journalism and its vital role in informing, connecting and strengthening Indiana’s business community. [Full story]

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The Road Ahead: Opportunities and Challenges

Unlocking Greater Productivity
Indiana employers are finding practical ways to expand capacity through technology, process improvements, training and culture – without simply adding headcount or burning out their teams. [Full story]

• Big ambitions are reshaping Indiana’s small cities
• How Indiana companies can navigate next-generation ownership
• A conversation with new Indiana Commerce Secretary Chuck Goodrich

FURTHERMORE

POLICY AND PROGRAMS

• Indiana Chamber outlook on 2027 budget session
• Indiana Chamber membership: Fresh focus, expanded benefits
• ChamberCare coverage now available to employers with two to 100 employees

TOP TALENT

• Women’s Empower Award Winner: Celeste Stevens
• Jackson Lewis Emerging Leader of the Year: Chelci Hunter
• Inside Jackson Lewis’ talent-building playbook

CHAMBER MEMBERS/INVESTORS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

• Cornerstone Partners
• Indiana Chamber Foundation Investors
• 2026 Eagle investors for elections
• Milestone: Cambridge Capital builds Indiana’s future
• 50-year honor roll
• ExecConnect: Scott McCorkle of Metaimpact
• Member Spotlight: First Merchants Corporation
• Our Community: Forvis Mazars

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Message

Labor Column: New federal policies that can impact employers

Go To It

Business Resources: Ways to navigate employment law compliance