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Conexus Indiana honors Dr. Sue Ellspermann, President of Ivy Tech Community College, with 2024 Andre B. Lacy Vanguard Award

INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 14, 2024) Dr. Sue Ellspermann, president of Ivy Tech Community College, has been named the 2024 Andre B. Lacy Vanguard Award recipient, joining an esteemed group of leaders […]

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A Discussion on Indiana’s Path to Addressing AML Workforce Gaps by 2040 

As Indiana’s advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML) industries face growing workforce challenges, industry leaders and educators are exploring innovative solutions to secure the state’s future. One such effort materialized through […]

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The Manufacturing Renaissance: A Blueprint for Indiana’s Future Prosperity

Indiana has long been a manufacturing powerhouse, and today, advanced manufacturing remains the backbone of the state’s economy. With nearly 30% of Indiana’s Gross Regional Product and 20% of its […]

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Trailblazer introduces young people to advanced manufacturing careers

When Lynn Sinnott started working at General Electric in advanced manufacturing, she was the only woman in a department of 20 people. Now, after a career in the industry, she’s giving back by teaching in Conexus Indiana’s Catapult program where sometimes more than half of the students are women.

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Conexus Indiana names accomplished young professionals to 2024 Rising 30 class

INDIANAPOLIS (May 9, 2024) Conexus Indiana today announced the newest members of the Conexus Indiana Rising 30, an exclusive group of young professionals recognized for their early-career accomplishments in the advanced manufacturing and logistics industries.

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Ivy Tech Community College and Conexus Indiana to develop skills training to accelerate smart manufacturing technology adoption statewide

Ivy Tech Community College and Conexus Indiana today announced the details of a new collaboration aimed at increasing the number of advanced manufacturing firms across the state that have integrated digital technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning in their operations and manufacturing processes.

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Four Indiana student-run businesses awarded at Conexus Indiana Case Competition

Teams of student leaders from Eastbrook High School, Mitchell High School, Perry Central High School and White River Valley High School will receive cash prizes to support their School-based Enterprise (SBE), an in-school entrepreneurial advanced manufacturing and logistics business that is managed and operated by students.

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Ball State answers simple questions with innovative plan

The article is part of a series highlighting the work of Indiana’s post-secondary institutions in retaining AML grads in the Hoosier state. It was a simple question, asked matter-of-factly during […]

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New workforce report: automotive, biopharmaceutical and semiconductor manufacturing careers among growth forecasts for Indiana

As the State of Indiana continues to strategically build an economic ecosystem ripe for advanced industry growth, new research led by Conexus Indiana and Lightcast forecasts employment growth of 5% to 10% in several priority advanced manufacturing sectors. The transportation equipment, chemical, and computer and electronic product manufacturing subsectors could add over 13,000 jobs to Indiana’s economy by 2026.

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Conexus team members channel education background to open students’ eyes to careers in manufacturing

Kyle and Nikki found their calling to enrich their community through education early on in their careers, and even today at Conexus Indiana their efforts and passion remain steadfast.

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Writing the book on careers in manufacturing

When Mary Jutzi joined Batesville Products Inc. (BPI) as a digital marketing associate in 2021, she knew the custom aluminum casting firm produced a variety of products for a number […]

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