Business Ownership Initiative

01/13/2022

REDi, the Reentry program housed within the Indy Chamber, focuses on helping budding entrepreneurs create economic opportunities. After winning multiple REDi pitch competitions, Montez Williams of A.C.E., A Child's Environment, attributes much of his continued success to resources gained through REDi.

Read Montez's story in the Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper and check out our available class schedule that is NOW ACCEPTING applications.

By MONTEZ WILLIAMS Giving people a second chance is woven into the fabric of our country. However, as nice as a clean slate sounds, it’s often difficult, if not impossible to get a second chance after incarceration. As a Black man, and a man who was formerly incarcerated, I am intimately aware tha...

01/06/2022

Congratulations to our very own Dolly Serrant for completing her first year of the 2021 Cohort of the Latino Leadership Circle! The Indiana Latino Institute works with emerging leaders to increase Latino leadership within Indiana and to further the development of Latino communities throughout the state.

Check out more on their efforts and the Leadership Circle below, and please join us in congratulating Dolly on all her hard work for the and communities!

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The Indiana Latino Institute is excited to share the stories of our rising Latino leaders participating in the 2021 cohort of the Latino Leadership Circle. The purpose of The Latino Leadership Circle is to identify and mentor emerging Latino leaders by connecting them with respected, influential com...

12/16/2021

By JERWANA LASTER Standing on your own two feet is how you support yourself. We rely on our feet to stand, walk, run and so much more, but are we always providing them the support they need? We Heel the Sole Podiatry provides high-quality, comprehensive foot care for the senior community — a commu...

12/11/2021

We saw a talented group of students showcase their entrepreneurial skills at today’s pitch competition! Thank you Level Two Coworking for hosting this talented group of high schoolers present their business ideas!

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12/02/2021

The Ivy Tech Community College Rising Startup Competition is live! There are 13 contestants, and votes have been pouring in!

Want to check out the entrepreneurs vying for your vote?

Visit https://ivytech.bubbleapps.io/contest before next Friday, Dec. 10, and vote today! ✅

11/22/2021

By BRANDON AND EMILY WRIGHT Life isn’t always black and white. We don’t only answer yes or no questions. And rarely are we faced with only wrong ways and right ways to do things. But when it comes to building skills to produce winners on a wrestling mat and in life, there is only one […]

11/15/2021

There's still time to register to Connect 2 Tech featuring one of Indy'sThere's rapidly growing technology companies, Kennected.

Not to mention St. Joseph Brewery & Public House will be providing refreshments, snacks, and custom chocolates! We'll see you there! 💻🍻

AT&T and the Indy Chamber invite you to explore one of Indy’s rapidly growing technology companies, Kennected. At Connect 2 Tech, you’ll hear the kennected story and discuss what makes Indy the ideal place for tech founders. Join us for networking with innovation leaders and sponsors Kennected, AT&T, and St. Joseph Brewery & Public House. Registration open: https://indychamber.com/events/connect2tech-11-16-21/

11/01/2021

10/25/2021

By ALICIA COOLEY Vulnerability isn’t always comfortable, especially when that vulnerability is thrust upon you amidst a global pandemic. For some, vulnerability may look like courage or transformation, but for others, it may show itself in seeking help when you’re silently struggling. And for th...

10/21/2021

The evolution of your small business starts today!

Sign up now for the Indianapolis LISC and Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program, a free service dedicated to advancing the way you work and building a more inclusive small business community.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is a free resource for learning basic business skills, the latest digital technology and more.

10/14/2021

Want to build a better small business network? Let us introduce you to the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program!

It backs you with all the tools you need to connect with fellow small business owners, coaches, and other experts who can help you grow.

Check out more here: https://www.verizon.com/about/responsibility/digital-inclusion/small-business-training?utm_source=lisc-business-ownership-initiative&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=digital-ready-launch&utm_term=local-champion-indiana

10/13/2021

Today RecycleForce broke ground on headquarters! The city of allocated $13 million in New Markets Tax Credits and 7.5 acres of land at Sherman Park for the crime prevention and recycling non-profit’s new headquarters.