Unlock your growth with the Secretsos™ Small Business Grant! 💡 If you're an entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next level, the Secretsos™ Small Business Grant may be able to help. The grant offers $2,500 to help small business owners overcome challenges and accelerate growth. With full discretion on how to use the funds, this grant empowers you to invest where it matters most for your business. 🗓 Apply by December 31 for your chance to receive this valuable support. #SmallBusinessGrant #EntrepreneurSupport #Secretsos

The final Business Equity for Indy #Procurement Roundtable event of the year was great! We heard from five wonderful #suppliers who participated in a pitch session, engaged in a time of information-sharing and enjoyed great food provided by Kountry Kitchen, while #networking. Kelli N. Jones, Be Nimble Foundation kicked things off followed by Meechelle Riley with Citizens Energy Group. A special thanks to our amazing #partners Tierra Sims and Christina Snorten, MBA for their hard work and all they do to make this an impactful event for all who attend. A special shout out to our #Indianapolis team members, Leatha Chandler and Brian Carman for representing Regions and coming out and connecting with these amazing companies! Regions Bank is a proud sponsor of the Indy Chamber's Business Equity for Indy Procurement Roundtable sessions. #economicdevelopment #blacksmallbusiness #makelifebetter #entrepreneurs Kate Livingstone Wendi Boyen Erik Miner (he/him) Nancy Barnes-Ault

📢 Join us on Tuesday at the Q4 People Community of Practice event as we tackle one of Indiana's most pressing challenges: bridging the workforce talent gap through youth apprenticeship pathways! In collaboration with CEMETS iLab Indiana, nearly 200 leaders from across business, education, government, and non-profits have come together to build a new professional education and training pathway for Hoosier students. This ambitious strategy builds on the success of the Modern Apprenticeship Program (MAP) and six other youth apprenticeship initiatives across Indiana, impacting over 450 high school students and connecting them with 100+ employers and 40 education institutions. Dive into discussions led by: 📌 Erica Viar, Ascend Indiana 📌 Wendy Parker, EmployIndy 📌 Kim Thomas, OneAmerica Financial 📌 De'Niece Harrison-Hudson, OneAmerica Financial Together, we'll explore how Indiana is building sustainable career pathways from high school to the workforce. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage, learn, and contribute to Indiana’s future workforce development! 📅 Register today: https://shorturl.at/E0jqC #IndianaWorkforce #YouthApprenticeships #EducationToWork #BusinessEquityForIndy #WorkforceDevelopment

Join BEI and the Indiana Energy Association (IEA) as we offer a unique opportunity for business owners to connect with leading energy providers in Indiana. In addition to learning about critical insights for doing business in the utility industry, participants can network directly with IEA members, fostering potential collaborations and staying informed about industry needs and opportunities. Key Highlights: 🎤 Presentations on upcoming bid opportunities. 🤝 Networking Opportunities: Connect with IEA members The AES Corporation, American Electric Power, CenterPoint Energy, Citizens Energy Group, Duke Energy Corporation, NiSource. 🛠️ What business owners need to be aware of in the utility industry. https://lnkd.in/gkB8Gz5H

Save the date for the Governor’s Commission on Supplier Diversity Meeting on Monday, December 9, 2024! Connect with state leaders and contribute to diversity goals in Indiana. 📅 🕒: 1-3 p.m. EST 📍: Indiana Government Center South, Indianapolis, IN 🔗: Registration required below. #SupplierDiversity #DiversityInBusiness

Streamline your payment submissions! 📈 Join the IDOA Division of Supplier Diversity Contract Compliance Team for a Pay Audit System Webinar on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 1 p.m. EST. Learn tips to save time and reduce errors! 🔗 Register below. #SupplierDiversity #BusinessTools

DYK: 💬 Ball State University’s Procurement Team hosts a Diversity Vendor Chat every Wednesday at 2 p.m. EST! Join us for an hour of networking, mentorship, and information sharing among diverse vendors across Indiana. To get the Zoom link, email Roger Hassenzahl at rahassenzahl@bsu.edu. Let’s connect and support each other’s growth! #SupplierDiversity #Networking #CommunitySupport

📣 Building Indiana’s Workforce of Tomorrow Through Youth Apprenticeship 📣 To address declining educational attainment and increasing workforce talent demands, Indiana is pioneering a new pathway that combines classroom learning with on-the-job training, starting right in high school through youth apprenticeships. CEMETS iLab Indiana—a coalition of nearly 200 leaders from business, K-12, universities, government, and nonprofits—recently launched a strategic plan to expand this impactful initiative. Building on Indiana’s leadership in youth apprenticeships, programs like the Modern Apprenticeship Program (MAP) with EmployIndy have served over 450 high school students statewide since 2019, partnering with 100+ employers and 40 educational institutions to bridge the gap between education and career readiness. Join us as industry leaders discuss the importance of Indiana’s professional pathway for youth, highlight the successes and challenges of the MAP program, and explore how you can get involved. This Q4 People Community of Practice features: 🎤 Erica Viar, Ascend Indiana 🎤 Wendy Parker, EmployIndy 🎤 Kim Thomas, OneAmerica Financial 🎤 De'Niece Harrison-Hudson, OneAmerica Financial Be a part of building a brighter future for Indiana’s workforce! 🌟 https://shorturl.at/nsX5W #IndianaWorkforce #YouthApprenticeship #MAPProgram #CEMETSiLab #EmployIndy #BusinessEquityForIndy

DYK: 💬 Ball State University’s Procurement Team hosts a Diversity Vendor Chat every Wednesday at 2 p.m. EST! Join us for an hour of networking, mentorship, and information sharing among diverse vendors across Indiana. To get the Zoom link, email Roger Hassenzahl at rahassenzahl@bsu.edu. Let’s connect and support each other’s growth! #SupplierDiversity #Networking #CommunitySupport

Save the date for an impactful event addressing Black maternal health, infant development, and the role of doula care in Marion County. This is an opportunity to dive deep into the challenges Black mothers face in accessing quality healthcare and to explore solutions with dedicated community leaders, health experts, and policymakers. On November 13, from noon to 2:30 p.m. join Just Community Indy alongside Nicole Carey, PhD founder and CEO of Indy Equity Collaborative at 16 Tech Innovation District for lunch, a video premiere, a panel discussion, and open networking. The event features: ✨ Rep. Vanessa Summers – Indiana House of Representatives: Leading advocacy for Black maternal and infant health policy ✨ Ashley Rainey-January, MSN, RNC-OB, IAP – Indiana Dept. of Health: Championing maternal and child health. ✨ Ashley Scruggs – United Way of Central Indiana: Promoting inclusive, supportive workplaces. ✨ Joslyn Cunningham – JUST Community Inc.: Doula and advocate for equitable healthcare for families of color. Join us to learn about Setting a New Standard of Care: The State of Black Maternal Wellness in Marion County, a new report offering insights and action steps to uplift Black maternal health. Let’s come together to share stories, drive change, and build a healthier future for all. 🔗 Please RSVP to ensure lunch. 🔗 #MaternalHealth #BlackMaternalWellness #CommunityCare #HealthcareEquity #BusinessEquityForIndy