In this week’s Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, the Innovate Indiana Series heads to Bloomington, where a $70 million convention center expansion and the Hopewell housing project mark the city’s transformation. Mayor Kerry Thomson shares her vision for live-work-play development and how Indiana University and Crane are fueling tech-driven growth.

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IU football’s breakout season brings national attention and a multimillion-dollar economic impact to Bloomington. President Pam Whitten and AD Scott Dolson weigh in on campus buzz, NIL, and a $92 million coaching deal.

Cook Medical and Siemens Healthineers partner on the first MRI suite built for interventional care—an industry-changing move for U.S. hospitals.

At The Mill in Bloomington’s Trades District, AI startup InfoSentience is reshaping sports content with deals from CBS Sports and MaxPreps.

Walmart teams with Vincennes University to create a new workforce pipeline in HVAC and facilities tech.

And a look at HarperCollins' $300 million investment in Brownsburg, Caterpillar's workforce training initiative.

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00:00 Welcome to Bloomington: Big Developments

In this week’s Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, South Bend and Elkhart step into the spotlight as part of the Innovate Indiana Series, with more than $1 billion in investment reshaping downtown South Bend, New Carlisle, and beyond. Mayor James Mueller and President and Chief Executive Officer at the South Bend – Elkhart Regional Partnership Bethany Hartley outline the region’s momentum in talent, tech, and quality of place.

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Kem Krest’s CEO explains how the Elkhart-based supply chain firm is saving hundreds of thousands in health care costs by cutting out the insurance middleman.

Reid Health expands its direct-to-employer care model to Carmel, partnering with Beacon Health to open an on-site clinic and reduce premiums.

From brisket grilled cheese to dessert chicken and waffles, Yelp’s Brittany Smith highlights Indiana’s top family-friendly restaurants in this month’s Trendiana.

Hillrom’s legacy ends as Hillenbrand sells to a private equity firm in a $4 billion deal.

Allison Transmission secures a $97 million contract for the Army’s Abrams tank program.

Elkhart’s housing and innovation surge with the opening of the Momentum Entrepreneurship Hub and a new 150-unit development on a former brewery site.

University of Evansville rides postseason success in volleyball, baseball, and soccer to record athletic revenue.

And Goshen’s mayor says the RV Capital of the World is also building its entrepreneurial future—with dinosaurs drawing more than 100,000 visitors to the new Indiana Dinosaur Museum.

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In this week’s Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, Bombardier, the maker of the world’s fastest private jet, announces a major new service center at Fort Wayne International Airport—bringing 100 high-paying aerospace jobs and a boost to Indiana’s growing aviation and defense economy.

Plug and Play, the global accelerator behind Dropbox and PayPal, is expanding its Indiana footprint, launching a new biosciences program at IU’s 16 Tech campus.

Caterpillar, FedEx, and Amazon announce expansions across the state, while Corteva confirms a corporate split that could impact more than 1,500 Hoosier jobs.

Rick Lertzman’s legacy gets the red carpet treatment at Heartland Film Festival as Indiana’s creative economy—worth more than $10 billion—takes the spotlight.

IBJ Media’s Creative Economy Summit in Fishers explores how Indiana can harness its artistic and cultural assets for economic development and talent retention.

Science Central in Fort Wayne welcomes new leadership with a STEM-focused vision for inclusivity and engagement.

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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, Noblesville scores a major national win as USA Gymnastics selects the city for its new headquarters, training and wellness center. Mayor Chris Jensen explains how the deal came together and what it means for Indiana’s push to be the global epicenter of women’s sports.

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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, Indiana Gov. Mike Braun outlines his economic vision during an extended interview, highlighting property tax reform, regional development, and the need for small business investment. He also shares his take on the rising number of data centers and unveils his plan to build a "quantum corridor" across Indiana.

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In this episode of Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick, the $1.4 billion I-69 Ohio River crossing project connecting Indiana and Kentucky reaches a critical milestone. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, Gov. Mike Braun, and Sen. Todd Young visit the construction site, highlighting the project’s national significance for trade, logistics, and economic development.

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Indianapolis hosts the inaugural TED Sports Conference, drawing global sports leaders and spotlighting the city’s 2050 vision to become the epicenter of sports innovation.

Indiana University and Pacer Sports & Entertainment team up on a new women’s sports performance research initiative.

IU and Indiana State University report record enrollment, while near space education programs expand in Grant County.

RoboSource lands investment from Tim Tebow to expand AI-driven workforce tools in Fishers.

Purdue builds a custom guitar to honor late Colts owner Jim Irsay, set to be carried before every game this season.

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This week on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick, downtown Indianapolis' premier sports venues are getting major upgrades. Lucas Oil Stadium is set for $9.5 million in improvements, including a Wi-Fi overhaul, while Victory Field will replace most of its 30-year-old seating. CIB Executive Director Andy Mallon discusses the importance of keeping Indy competitive for major events like Final Fours and Super Bowls.

Also in this episode:

A tribute to Colts owner Jim Irsay, with players wearing jersey patches in his honor

Basketball Hall of Famer Tamika Catchings shares details on the $98 million Marvella Center, the nation’s first girls sports leadership facility

Ganggang’s Butter fine arts fair expands to Los Angeles after five years of national attention

Cook Medical and Indiana University partner on next-gen medical research and workforce training

IU Health adds a new $1.4 million Mosaic Center to help community members find health care jobs

Semiconductor growth in Indiana drives urgency for workforce development, per Connexus Indiana

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This week on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick, college football returns—and with it, big economic impact across Indiana. From Notre Dame’s $36 million tourism boost to IU’s record-breaking ticket sales and Purdue’s $16 million game day contributions, we break down how fall Saturdays support local businesses and community development. Finance professor Ryan Brewer also weighs in on the shifting college sports landscape, including NIL pressures, naming rights deals, and the future of generational fandom.

Also in this episode:

Senator Todd Young outlines his bipartisan “Ships for America Act” to restore U.S. shipbuilding—highlighting Indiana’s potential role in the national effort

IU Health's newest staff member: Meet Elliott, a therapy dog focused on supporting hospital staff’s mental health

Inside the Business of IndyCar: Heartland Food Products and Ed Carpenter Racing find the winning formula with speed and caffeine

Parkview Health expands with a new $150M hospital in Lebanon

This week on Inside Indiana Business with Gerry Dick, Gary Mayor Eddie Melton shares what a $3 billion investment from Nippon Steel means for the city’s future. From a convention center project to blight removal and the return of the air show, Gary is turning the page.