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Hardtech Innovators Network Tackles New Product Development Frameworks at Fort Wayne’s Electric Works

On May 8, the Hardtech Innovators Network gathered at Electric Works in Fort Wayne to explore one of innovation’s toughest challenges: frameworks and best practices for new product development.  Hosted […]

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Conexus Indiana names 2025 Rising 30 cohort of emerging industry leaders

INDIANAPOLIS (May 15, 2025) Conexus Indiana today announced its fifth annual Rising 30 class, recognizing outstanding young professionals making significant early-career contributions to Indiana’s advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML) sectors.

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Industry Insights

Industry Insights: Identifying and Overcoming Barriers to Tech Adoption

A new study led by Purdue University researchers reveals that adopting advanced technologies like AI and smart manufacturing tools isn’t just a technical hurdle, it’s a cultural, financial, and workforce […]

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Career and Technical Education Awards $1.1 Million in Education Readiness Grants

Grant expands access to Advanced Manufacturing and Digital Technology CTE programs (INDIANAPOLIS) – The Indiana Commission for Higher Education (Commission) has awarded 11 Career and Technical Education (CTE) districts or […]

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Blog Post

Readying Indiana for the Future of AV Freight

AV Freight Readiness Assessment outlines key learnings for infrastructure and logistics leaders As the Crossroads of America, Indiana is a pivotal player shaping the future of freight in the United […]

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Industry Insights

Industry Insights: New Report Highlights Urgent Need for Workforce Upskilling in Indiana

Ivy Tech Community College’s recent report, titled Indiana’s Workforce Transformation: Understanding the Need for Upskilling and Reskilling in a Changing Economy, highlights a critical challenge for Indiana’s economy: nearly 70% […]

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Press Releases

Conexus Indiana welcomes Jay Wirts as President and CEO

Indianapolis, IN (March 28, 2025) – Following a national search, Conexus Indiana, a statewide organization dedicated to strengthening Indiana’s advanced manufacturing and logistics industries, today announced the appointment of Jay […]

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Exploring the Swiss Apprenticeship Model: Insights from Conexus’ SVP of Talent Strategy & Programming

Earlier this month, PJ McGrew, Conexus Indiana’s Senior Vice President of Talent Strategy and Programming, had the opportunity to travel to Switzerland with the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation and Ascend […]

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Amplify Stories

Enthusiastic reception: Indiana’s manufacturing women eager to learn, connect and celebrate

Sold-out events. Meteoric increases in online engagement. Participation by some of the state’s leading employers. The metrics make it clear: When Indiana’s chapter of Women in Manufacturing (WiM) relaunched last […]

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Conexus Indiana presents Manufacturing Innovation Award at TechPoint’s 26th annual Mira Awards

INDIANAPOLIS (February 28, 2025) — Conexus Indiana, in partnership with TechPoint, has named Arcamed of Indianapolis as the recipient of the second annual Manufacturing Innovation Award. The award was announced […]

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From Hardware to Code: Hardtech Innovator’s Network explores trends and best practices in embedded software development

On February 13, Conexus Indiana’s Hardtech Innovators Network, powered by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, gathered at SEP’s headquarters in Carmel, Indiana. Approximately 115 professionals from Indiana’s hardtech sector came […]

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