Indiana Chamber of Commerce

Sure, there’s nothing wrong with reciting famous lines from “A Christmas Story” at holiday parties. Or declaring that you’ve just tasted the world’s best Eggnog. But, don’t forget to add a little business talk to the mix by networking. A …

Yet another reason to be proud of my old alma mater. Our friends at Inside INdiana Business report: The Innovate Indiana Fund is the latest in a series of moves by Indiana University President Michael McRobbie aimed at leveraging IU’s substantial …

Still not sure about that U.S. Census form every household is required to fill out next March. Try this fact on for size: For every 1% increase in the number of people who mail back their questionnaires, the U.S. government will save between $80 and $90 …

So you’ve heard about this Best Places to Work in Indiana thing, but you’re not sure your company should register to participate. The deadline for the 2010 program is Friday (that’s just to apply, the questionnaire and surveys come later, so you have …

Despite its reputation, the Internal Revenue Service is not that evil monster waiting to take away as much of your hard-earned money as possible. It’s simply executing (maybe that’s a bad choice of words) the tax laws set into place. And it wants to help …

Now available from the Indiana Chamber of Commerce is a new human resources publication, Managing Employee Leaves of Absence. The book, written by attorneys from Ogletree Deakins, is designed to be a thorough, yet concise reference at under 100 pages. Topics …

Time is running out for companies to apply for the annual competition naming the “Best Places to Work in Indiana.” Registrations will be accepted until Friday, December 4, for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce program honoring the top companies in …

Michael Schrage, president and CEO of Centier Bank in Merrillville, has been named to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce board of directors, effective immediately. As the “Voice of Indiana Business,” the Indiana Chamber is dedicated to providing member …

Seems more than the Butler football team (10-1; Pioneer Football League champs) and basketball team (ranked in the top 10 in the nation) are making good news in November. The school recently announced a new brand and approach for its business school. The …

Arnold Sandness of the SCORE Marketing Advisory Council offers advice on how your business can begin to turn around before the competition: Get good advice. As an entrepreneur, you are a smart risk taker. My question is, “Do you have all the answers?” No …