Warmest Wishes for a Happy Holiday Season and a Prosperous New Year!

As we reflect on the year coming to a close, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to our member investors. Your commitment, partnership, and belief in our mission are what make our work possible and our business community stronger. We offer a special thank you to our small businesses, the backbone of our local economy. Your support throughout the year helped drive collaboration, innovation, and economic growth. We are proud of what we’ve accomplished together and excited for what lies ahead.

We wish you and your families joy, peace, and time to celebrate what matters most. Thank you for being an essential part of our community. We look forward to continuing our work together in the new year.

We can’t believe it either… 2026 is almost here!

The 2026 Aspire Program + Events Calendar

Big ideas, valuable connections, and real momentum await with Aspire’s 2026 Program and Events. Regardless of your organization’s size or your personal career stage, the year ahead is packed with high-impact experiences created to drive growth, build relationships, and position you for success.

Register now for first quarter programs, including Coffee Connections, Speed Networking, and the Greenwood State of the City address.

Sponsorship options are available at every level, making it easy to participate and amplify your visibility. Contact Savanah Esquivel Stark for more information.

Download a printable copy of our 2026 Aspire Events Calendar and remember to bookmark our events page so you never miss a chance to register or get updates.

+ Download 2026 Aspire Events Calendar

Aspire Introduces New Podcast

Smart businesses stay informed, and now there’s a new way to do it. Aspire is proud to introduce our NEW PODCAST, Johnson County Business Insider! It debuts with a powerful first episode focused on employer-sponsored health insurance. This episode features expert insights, a lively panel discussion, and an exclusive interview with Dr. David Dunkle, CEO of Johnson Memorial Health. Press play and get informed!

+ Listen to the podcast debut on Podbean.com

+ Listen on YouTube

Raising Cane's

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

December 11, 2025

Photo credit: Donna Rice Photography

Renewed Member Investors

Coffeehouse Five - Bargersville

Coffeehouse Five - Greenwood

Johnson County Redevelopment Commission

Joseph R. Meek D.D.S.

NACHI America Inc.

Sunovis Ranch

New Member Investor

Comcast Business

More Upcoming Aspire Events:

+ Jan 6 - Coffee Connections

+ Jan 8 - Mad Hatter Shows Event Center Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

+ Jan 21 - Franklin College Workforce Connections

+ Jan 27 - Speed Networking

You may have complimentary tickets to select events available with your membership. Contact Angie Keene for more information.

If you are interested in learning more about our municipalities and attending local public meetings, you can access websites and meeting calendars through the links below. 

+ JCREMC Hosting Blood Drive on Jan. 19 (enter zip code 46131 to register)

 + Leadership Johnson County to Host Workshop On The Guardrails of Accountability Jan. 27