Advanced Industries Council

Marian University is a distinguished Midwestern college offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in fields ranging from math to medicine, ministry, and music, engineering to education, and business to biology.

Acción Performance is a strategic partner in supply chain production solutions that utilizes the power of scalable, diverse workforces to maximize efficiency. They tackle non-core business to optimize current processes and drive success.

The Commission is not a governing board, but a coordinating agency that works closely with Indiana’s public and independent colleges. In addition, The Commission has strong working relationships with many other State agencies, including: Department of Education, the Department of Workforce Development and the Independent Colleges of Indiana.

FiberX uses corn stover to make natural fiber-reinforced plastic polymer pellets and fiber for the plastic injection molding industry

DECO Coatings is a liquid coating specialist, with a forte in structures such as airports, sports arenas, and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.

Checkered Past Machine is a custom manufacturing company. Their team has found great success designing and manufacturing goods for the most demanding industries of today. With their experience of robotic systems and PLC’s, they have the in-house capabilities to design, develop, and implement fully automated manufacturing processes.

With roots back to 1898, Madison-Kipp Corporation (MKC) is one of North America’s premiere Aluminum Die Casters. Capabilities include design optimization die design and build, high pressure die casting, precision machining and assembly. Die cast machines range from 400T to 1600T. With its IATF certified quality system, MKC serves the automotive, lawn and garden, recreational vehicle and other commercial markets.

Haas Factory Outlet/Chicago, a division of Morris Group, Inc, is one of 14 companies that make up one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America. Focusing on a single range/brand of CNC machine tools, we provide local manufacturers with a level of expertise and support.

At Pinson Manufacturing, they apply their knowledge of CNC control, process optimization, management skills, and most of all, our ability to think strategically to bring their customers the best product for the best price.

Dormakaba provides safety, security, and sustainability where communities come together. In schools and universities, stadiums, airports, hospitals and workplaces. They provide safety, security, and sustainability to these places, for people to move seamlessly and shape their lives.

Elevate Ventures invests in high-potential cross-sector innovative companies with a minimum $500M TAM at the pre-seed, seed, and early stages.

Securall offers a wide variety of standard-sized pre-hung doors and are one of the only manufacturers who can build custom-sized doors and frames. They also offer optional paint, powder coating, and pre-installed hardware.

Jasper Group is the parent company of JSI, quality furniture for work and life, and Klem, crafted furniture for life away. Strongly rooted in the heart of the Midwest, generations of their furniture family have been proudly practicing their craft in southern Indiana since the late 1800s.

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.

Dayton-Phoenix Group is a railroad manufacturer specializing in auxiliary generators, cab cooling and heating systems. They supply quality electrical and locomotive components to the industrial and railroad markets

Winndeavor is a manufacturer of highly precision components for a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, industrial, medical and commercial. The Company meets and exceeds the tightest required tolerances and is well respected for high quality, speed and modern technology. Winndeavor is both AS9100D and ISO9001 certified.

Copper Mountain Technologies develops innovative RF test and measurement solutions for engineers worldwide. Copper Mountain Technologies provides vector network analyzers for thousands of clients in close to 100 countries around the world. 

API Alliance is a manufacturer of custom electronics, electronic controls and electro-mechanical assemblies offering a full array of services including engineering and project management.

INCA Renewtech develops and produces bio-composite materials for industrial use. Plant genomics, hemp farming, fibre processing and composites are all products they offer. They supply materials to the transportation, consumer goods and construction materials industries.

5 Rivers Automation is an Indiana based IT company delivering robotic process automation and software testing automation solutions to small and medium sized companies.

DEEM is a commercial and industrial mechanical and electrical company. DEEM offers HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Refrigeration, Industrial Piping, Building Automation and Sheet Metal Installation and Services.

V2X is a provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally to aid in mission support. V2X delivers integrated solutions across the operations and logistics, aerospace, training and technology markets to national security, defense, civilian and international clients.

Novilytic is a molecular-recognition company that utilizes nanotechnology to monitor the quality of lifesaving medicines.

ClearObject is a digital transformation company that works to enhance efficiency and output across a range of industries and technologies, including edge-based artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI, Computer Vision, Machine Learning (ML) Ops, Internet of Things (IoT), and Cloud.

Lippert Components manufactures and supplies highly engineered, high-quality components to the RV industry, marine industry, automotive industry and beyond.

Toyota Material Handling, Inc., also referred to as Toyota Forklift, is an American manufacturer and distributor of forklifts, warehouse equipment, tow tractors and more.

Kendal Logan Logistics is an Indianapolis-based 3PL which assists small and mid-size companies in fully executing their supply chain needs. Their services include fulfillment and distribution, warehousing, transportation and more.

Conversight.ai is a platform that uncovers actionable business insights for enterprises through natural language conversation.

Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. It develops approximately 4,000 innovative and sustainable solution used by many industries including automotive and pharmaceuticals.

Wabash National is a leading manufacturer of semi-trailers and liquid transportation systems in North America.

The South Bend – Elkhart Regional Partnership is a collaboration of the economic development partners from 47 communities in Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan.

MITO Material Solutions is a materials technology company with proprietary additives which can be infused directly into resin systems and then applied to composite components used to manufacture planes, cars, trains, wind turbines or even sporting goods.

Lilly Endowment is a private philanthropic foundation supporting the causes of religion, education, and community development.

Flexware Innovation leverages technology to solve business problems by providing software development, automation engineering, manufacturing systems integration, business intelligence solutions, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and specialized product development.

Beulah Inc. is an EMP manufacturer specializing in fluid applicators for automotive markets. The firm has launched BuelahWorks for innovation and startup projects.

AIM represents cities and towns statewide with more than 460 municipal members.

Ice Miller LLP is a full-service law firm with over 340 legal professionals in seven offices that advises clients on all aspects of complex legal issues across more than 20 practice areas.

The Indiana Department of Transportation plans, builds, and maintains safe and innovative transportation infrastructure that enhances quality of life, drives economic growth, and accommodates new modes of transport.

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation is charged with growing the State economy, driving economic development and helping businesses launch, grow and locate in the state.

Indiana Furniture is a furniture manufacturer of products for the office environment, such as private office settings, open office settings, and conference rooms.

The Indiana Motor Truck Association serves. represents, and promotes the interests of the trucking industry.

The Indiana Soybean Alliance (ISA) manages the Indiana soybean checkoff program and has a separate membership and policy committee to represent soybean farmers on policy and regulatory issues affecting the soybean industry.

Indiana State University, a doctoral research university, offers 100+ academic programs and combines a strong undergraduate and graduate education with a focus on community and public service.

IUPUI enrolls more than 30,000 students from all 50 states and 122 countries and includes 20 schools and academic units which grant degrees in more than 200 programs from both Indiana University and Purdue University.

The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) owns and operates the Indianapolis International Airport (IND), the Downtown Heliport, Eagle Creek Airpark, Hendricks County Airport-Gordon Graham Field, Indianapolis Regional Airport, and Metropolitan Airport.

Innovative 3D Manufacturing is a full service manufacturing company specializing in metal and plastic additive manufacturing.

Integrated Distribution Services delivers a mix of supply chain logistics services including warehousing, distribution, order fulfillment and asset and non-asset transportation services to customers in diverse industries.

The Kelley School of Business at IUPUI is a full-time undergraduate program with five graduate programs, including a graduate certificate for healthcare professionals, master’s programs in accounting and taxation, the Business of Medicine Physician MBA, and the Evening MBA.

Ivy Tech Community College is the state’s largest public postsecondary institution, offering degree programs and trainings that align with the needs of its community and courses and programs that transfer to other Indiana colleges and universities.

JASPER Engines & Transmissions, a major mass remanufacturer of a line of drive train components, produces gas and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, rear axle assemblies, diesel air and fuel components, and marine products.

Hoosier Gasket Corporation designs and manufactures advanced sealing and stamping solutions, including metallic, elastomeric seals, high temperature, complex assembly, and fiber sealing products.

Jeco Plastic Products uses new materials and designs to solve recurring problems in material handling. They make products for automotive, commercial printing, industrial manufacturing, scientific, and military applications.

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, one of five Honda automobile assembly plants in the United States, produces the Civic sedan, the CR-V sport utility vehicle, and the Insight hybrid vehicle. 

KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller) is an advisory, tax, and audit firm. Their team helps businesses at all stages of their lifecycles – from start-up, to growth and expansion, to exit.

HNTB is an infrastructure solutions firm delivering a full range of infrastructure-related services, including planning, design, program management, and construction management.

Hitachi Astemo provides advanced mobility solutions in the areas of electric powertrains for automobiles, advanced chassis, autonomous driving/advanced driver assistance systems, and systems for motorcycles.

Kem Krest manages and markets customer branded parts and chemicals, from suppliers to dealership networks and production facilities, on behalf of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) within the automotive, agriculture/industrial, and defense industries.

Hillenbrand is a global industrial holding company with multiple market-leading industrial businesses including Coperion, Milacron Injection Molding & Extrusion, Mold-Masters, and Batesville Inc, a leading supplier of burial and cremation products.

Kimura Foundry America specializes in quality castings produced by optimizing 3D printing technology. They specialize in castings made of iron, steel, and numerous specialty alloys for rapid prototyping, small volume production, and service parts.

Henry Schein is a worldwide distributor of medical and dental supplies including vaccines, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and equipment.

Henriott Group is an insurance agency serving the state of Indiana. They provide consulting and assistance with human resource services, employee benefits, commercial insurance, health and wellness, Medicare, life, and personal lines of insurance.

Langham Logistics is a door-to-door 3PL and freight management company offering supply chain management, domestic and international freight services, airport logistics services, and warehouse and fulfillment services in the Midwest and Southeastern United States.

Heartland Automotive is a tier one automotive parts manufacturer dedicated to serving the automotive industry by offering designs and features for interior and exterior trim parts.

LDI is an Indianapolis-based family office with experience operating high-potential, middle-market companies. LDI seeks investments in manufacturing, distribution, and logistics businesses.

Lenex Steel is a design and build steel fabricator with a manufacturing capacity of up to 30,000 tons, serving hospitals, convention centers, educational facilities, office buildings, and warehouses.

LHP provides engineering services and technology integration within the transportation industry.

Lochmueller Group is a full-service survey, planning, engineering, and environmental firm with an emphasis on planning and designing state and local infrastructure improvements.

Major Tool & Machine is a contract manufacturer specializing in large CNC milling and turning machining, manual and robotic welding, engineering, program management, inspection and assembly services.

MBC Group’s Staffing & Logistics Division provides associates to various businesses for positions ranging from light industrial to highly skilled jobs.

Merchandise Warehouse provides temperature controlled storage and quick freezing to food and pharmaceutical companies.

Meyer Distributing is an automotive specialty products marketing and distribution company. Through numerous warehousing facilities, Meyer serves thousands of customers nationwide via Meyer Logistics direct ship.

Milestone Contractors is a fully integrated highway, heavy construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and site-development general contractor providing construction services throughout the state of Indiana and beyond.

Mursix Corporation specializes in stamping and component manufacturing, serving a wide range of customers whose applications range from hospital beds to automotive safety to hybrid electric vehicles.

NASCO manufactures protective outerwear for a variety of industrial applications, including general industrial use, food processing, logging, electric utilities, petrochemical, transportation, and public safety.

Novo Logistics is a third-party logistics company that provides warehousing, on-plant and manufacturing solutions, value-add services, yard and shuttle management, delivery and transportation support, and contingent labor solutions.

OFS is a family-owned contract furniture manufacturer that provides furniture and logistics solutions for office, healthcare, education, lifestyle, hospitality, government, and home office markets worldwide.

Oscar Winski Company is a fabricator of steel and aluminum-based components and assemblies, primarily serving commercial trailers and industrial equipment.

Perfecto Tool and Engineering builds custom machinery and parts, and manufactures build-to-print customer designs.

Photon Automation Inc. provides engineering, development, manufacturing, and deployment of automated machines that incorporate state-of-the-art industrial laser technology.

The Ports of Indiana is a statewide port authority that operates a system of three ports on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan.

Praxair Surface Technologies (PST), a Linde company, offers a comprehensive array of high-performance coatings and technologies to the aviation, energy, and other industries.

Purdue University is a major research institution that is supported by top-ranking disciplines in pharmacy, business, engineering, and agriculture. More than 39,000 students are enrolled, representing all 50 states and 130 countries.

Quality Connection is a labor management partnership representing 100 union NECA electrical contractors and 2,500 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) #481 workers, helping to build many of Central Indiana’s premier education, health care, utility sites, and logistics projects.

Riverside MFG manufactures electrical systems and products for harsh environment vehicles and equipment. This includes custom product development, printed circuit board assembly, electronics assembly, industrial labels, metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, over molding, cable, and wire harness assembly and instrumentation

Roche Diagnostics is part of the world’s largest biotech company. The company develops diagnostics products for cancer, cardiac health, infectious diseases, women’s health, and in diabetes management.

Rolls-Royce manufactures highly-efficient integrated power and propulsion solutions. Its power systems are used in aerospace, naval marine, energy, and off-highway applications.

Samtec is a privately held, global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including IC-to-Board and IC Packaging, High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board, and Panel Optics, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables.

Sirmax North America is a leading manufacturer of polypropylene compounds, engineering polymers, postconsumer compounds, and bio-compounds used across all major sectors including automotive, household appliances, power tools, electronics, construction, and furniture.

Stellantis is one of the world’s leading automakers and a mobility provider. Its brands include Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move, and Leasys.

Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc., part of the Subaru family of companies, is home of North American production for the Ascent, Impreza, Legacy, and Outback.

Team Cruiser Conversion Company is a procurement and logistics company that provides heavy-duty automotive and industrial equipment manufacturing, customization, and up-fitting solutions for various commercial and municipal specifications.

Telamon Corporation specializes in solutions for telecommunication networks and industrial assembly. The company designs, builds, and installs telecommunication networks enabling connectivity in all forms.

The Heritage Group is a family-owned business managing a diverse portfolio of companies specializing in heavy construction and materials, environmental services, and specialty chemicals.

THG Automation is a technology provider focused on robotic automation. Their proprietary solution is a robotic welding package for the US market to combine the collaborative capabilities of Universal Robots and the industry leading capabilities of Fronius welding systems.

TOA serves the automotive and housing markets. The company manufactures automobile body structural parts and underbody functional parts as well as main components for housing.

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana uses high-tech manufacturing systems to assemble Toyota vehicles including the Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, and Sienna Hybrid.

Operating in more than 220 countries and territories, UPS is a transportation and logistics leader for customers of all sizes.

Venture Logistics is a full-service logistics company providing trucking and logistics services throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Wood-Mizer is a global-leading sawmill and woodworking equipment manufacturer with an extensive line of equipment, serving sawmilling and woodworking hobbyists and professionals all over the world.

INzone is the non-profit organization that administers the federal Foreign-Trade Zone program throughout 41 counties in Central Indiana.

Fred Smith Store Fixtures is a laminate component parts supplier for companies in the hospitality and office furniture industries.

Fort Wayne Metals manufactures precision wire-based materials and components for medical devices and other critical applications.

FedEx is a global organization that provides shipping, transportation, e-commerce, and business services.

The Evansville-Vanderburgh Airport Authority District is the owner and operator of Evansville Regional Airport and accompanying properties.

Endress+Hauser is a leader in industrial flow measurement technology for liquids, gases, and steam. The company provides advanced, tailored measurement instruments.

Eli Lilly and Company is a global healthcare company that advances new discoveries to treat diseases including diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer’s disease, immune system disorders, and cancers.

Elanco Animal Health innovates and delivers products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets.

Drug Plastics designs and manufactures plastic medical containers and pill bottles for healthcare, wellness, and lifestyle companies.

The Don Wood Foundation provides grants to nonprofit partners that seek to grow and strengthen the manufacturing and entrepreneurship sectors in the Midwest.

Distributors Terminal Company provides end-to-end supply chain services including transportation, warehousing, and logistics services and solutions.

Cummins Inc. specializes in diesel and alternative fuel engines and generators, and related components and technology.

Creative Works designs, fabricates, installs, and runs immersive amusement experiences for theme parks, restaurants, sports complexes and more.

Corteva Agriscience is a global pure-play agriculture company with a diverse portfolio, from crop protection to seeds.

Cook Medical develops technologies that eliminate the need for open surgery, including medical devices, biologic materials, and cellular therapies.

Cook Group’s diverse business portfolio includes companies working in life sciences, business services, resorts, property management, and medical devices.

Cook Biotech develops advanced tissue-repair products from site-specific tissue and other extracellular matrice-based biomaterials.

Caterpillar Inc. is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives.

C&R Racing, or PWR North America, provides design and engineering services with on-site manufacturing of high-performance aluminum radiators, intercoolers, and oil coolers.

Buchanan Hauling and Rigging is a full service logistics company, handling all types of commodities, projects, and freight moves throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Bolder Industries Inc. provides solutions for rubber, plastic, and petrochemical supply chains by converting end-of-life tires into sustainable carbon black, petrochemicals, steel, and power.

Baylor Trucking utilizes transportation technology to provide high payload opportunities for shippers including third-party logistics services, dedicated fleets, and customized reporting.

Batesville Inc. offers burial and cremation products, memorial keepsakes and business and technology solutions that meet the needs of families and licensed funeral professionals across North America.

BAE Systems is a leading technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions provider in the production of military equipment.

Backhaul Direct is a major third-party logistics provider delivering freight solutions domestically and internationally.

Arcamed provides case and tray systems and precision machined products to orthopedic OEMs.

Antique Candle Co. is a candle manufacturer that produces hand poured, artisan soy wax candles and ships to customers across North America.

Amatrol is the global leader in online career and technical education (CTE) courses with training solutions deployed in all 50 states and over 50 countries.

AM General designs, engineers, manufactures, supplies, and supports specialized vehicles for military and commercial customers worldwide.

Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of fully automatic transmissions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles and is a leader in hybrid-propulsion systems for city buses.

Allegion provides security products with a range of solutions for homes, businesses, schools, and institutions.

AES Indiana provides retail electric service to more than 500,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Indianapolis and other Central Indiana communities.

Aegis Sales & Engineering is dedicated to machining high quality precision parts to customer specifications and drawings.

AECOM is an infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services from planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management.

1st Source Bank delivers a comprehensive range of banking services for a convenient, secure, and personal banking experience.