Aspire's School to Work Program Awarded JCCF Youth Programming Grant

The Johnson County Community Foundation has awarded more than $159,000 in Youth Programming Grants to support local organizations serving young people. These investments strengthen education, mentorship, and enrichment opportunities helping build a stronger talent pipeline and future workforce in Johnson County.

+ Read the full article on JCCF.org

If You Use AI to Write Your Marketing, at Least Make it Sound Like You


AI can speed up your marketing, but it shouldn’t replace your voice. This piece offers a timely reminder that authenticity still matters, encouraging businesses to use AI as a tool, not a crutch, and to refine content so it reflects their unique tone, perspective, and brand identity.

+ Read the Scott Flood Writing Article (as Published in Inside Indiana Business)

Case Study: Using AI to Create Your Company’s First AI Policy

As AI tools become more common in the workplace, having clear guidelines is essential. This case study explores how businesses can develop a practical AI policy to manage risk, set expectations, and ensure employees use these tools responsibly while maximizing their benefits.

+ Read the full TechPoint.org Case Study

New Johnson County Business Insider Podcast Episode!

Our newest episode features Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers! Learn about his path to becoming mayor, his views on city leadership, and get the scoop on key infrastructure projects shaping up over the next two years to better facilitate commerce and traffic. Here’s a teaser: prior to leading the City of Greenwood, Mayor Myers helped lead a small community thousands of miles away.

The Johnson County Business Insider brings Aspire’s mission to life through storytelling, in depth interviews, and roundtable conversations with business leaders, educators, elected officials, and community partners across Johnson County and Central Indiana.

+ View the full playlist & listen now

Presented by:

Community-GoHealth Urgent Care 

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

May 27, 2026

Renewed Member Investors

Bartlett Tree Experts

Clever Dogs Media Inc.

Cool Interiors

Cushman & Wakefield

Danco Roofing Services, Inc.

Firestorm Restoration

Indy Staffing

Ray Skillman Auto Center

New Member Investors

Bug Off Pest Control

City Wide Facility Solutions

Exercise Inc

Homewatch CareGivers of South Indy

Malarkey Roofing Products

Red Ribbon Recovery Indiana | Alcohol and Drug Rehab

Reform & Flow by Coco

State Bank

More Upcoming Aspire Events:

+ June 26 - Homewatch Caregivers of South Indy Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

+ June 30 - Teacher Field Trip: Local Government

+ July 14 - Teacher Field Trip: Law and Public Safety

+ July 23 - Leadership Cohort Series: How to Work with Complicated People

+ July 23 - Redwood Whiteland Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

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. 

+ Indianapolis Star Names Express Employment Professionals A Winner of The Central Indiana Top Workplaces 2026 Award

+ Astral at Franklin 4th Anniversary Open House on June 23

+ Homewatch CareGivers Opens New Office in South Indy – Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting on June 26

+ Festival Country’s Annual Chalk the Block Returns with USA 250th Theme on June 27

+ Franciscan Health Fresh Start Market Hosting Grill, Chill & Stay Safe Event on July 2 in Greenwood

+ Girls Inc. of Johnson County Giving Circle Breakfast on July 15

+ The Longest Table by Johnson County Public Library on September 4 – Reserve a Spot