Indiana as Agtech Innovation Hub? New Study Says it’s on the Horizon

A recent study by TEConomy Partners concluded that Indiana is emerging as a center of innovation in the agricultural science and technology sector. With a statewide increase in “agbioscience” job postings since 2017 and expanding agtech businesses like Umbarger Show Feeds in Franklin, AgriNovus Indiana believes the state is on track for greater job creation and economic growth with this advanced industry.

+ Read more about Indiana’s potential for future growth in agtech

+ Click here for a full copy of the AgriNovus study

Franklin Works to Clean Up “Cable Pollution” Around Town

The City of Franklin is addressing the growing nuisance known as "cable pollution.” Cable pollution manifests in many forms, including wire cables haphazardly dangling from telephone poles and abandoned installations in residential yards after homeowners switch internet or cable TV providers. 

+ Read how community leaders are responding to cable pollution here

Indiana Workers Could Feel Impacts of Strikes, Even if They're Not on the Picket Lines

The United Auto Workers’ (UAW) strategy of targeted strikes in plants in neighboring states like Michigan and Ohio could have implications for Indiana plants, as parts supply chains may be disrupted, potentially affecting production downstream. From manufacturers like NSK and Mitsubishi, to local car dealerships, UAW activity can influence almost any part of the Indiana automotive industry. 

+ Learn more about how the current UAW strikes effect the industry in Indiana

Property Spotlight: I-65 South Commerce Park

1.2M square feet of speculative space is expected to be completed at the I-65 Franklin exit before the end of 2023. I-65 South Commerce Park-Building 2 will have a ceiling height of 40', 120 available dock positions and 864 car parking spaces. Check out the link for more information on this building and the full I-65 South Commerce Park industrial development. Additional local properties can be found on Aspire’s sites and building database.



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Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day Oct. 17

Tomorrow is Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day. Thank you to our member investors and volunteers who help make Aspire Johnson County thrive!

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Aspire Business Celebrations

October 4, 2023

JPtheGeek

15-Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting

Aspire Weekly Member Highlights

Renewed Member Investors

Accident Fund Insurance Company of America

Catalyst Insurance Group

Crestwood Village South Senior Community

Drainage Solutions, Inc.

FA Wilhelm Construction Company

Honey Creek Tackle

Imagination Library of Johnson County

Joe Gervase - Goosehead Insurance

NACHI America Inc.

Office360

University of Indianapolis

New Member Investors

Board & Brush Greenwood

Cedar Creek Brewing Co

Malone Workforce Solutions

MarZaz Healthcare LLP

Miss M's Home and Garden by Sundown Gardens

Patriot Products

Southport International Rotary Club

This week's Monday Member Moment features Phil Rodenbeck, owner of Visitor Watch Co., a microbrand watch designer. Visitor Watch Co. is located in Old Town Greenwood at the corner of South Madison and Main Street. Showroom visits are by appointment. Go to VisitorWatchCo.com/Showroom to book an appointment to learn more about Visitor Watch Co.’s wristwatches.

Employee Retention Credits – Proceed with Caution!

By: Larry Shaub, CPP, CPA, Owner, AccuPay

The Cares Act was signed into law on March 27, 2020 by President Trump as a COVID relief package to help people and employers cope with financial repercussions of the pandemic. Included in The Cares Act were PPP loans and Employee Retention Tax credits. The original legislation indicated that an employer could choose either the PPP loan program or ERC tax credits, but not both. Most employers correctly opted for the PPP loan and did not claim ERC tax credits.

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Member Updates

+ JPtheGeek to Host Community Tech Recycle Day Oct. 26

+ Our Table Named One of Indianapolis Monthly’s Top 25 Best Restaurants

+ Patricia Fields, USI Insurance, Hosts HR Best Practices & Networking Group

+ AES Indiana’s Business Rebates & Incentives Program Awards CIV LED Lighting Solutions, LLC with the Bronze Champion Award as a Rebate Maestro

+ Johnson County Recycling District Announces LAST Saturday Document Shredding, Electronics Recycling, and Household Chemical Disposal for 2023!