Online Life in Indy Campaign Boosts Talent Attraction and Retention for Central Indiana

Life In Indy, a project initiated in October 2020 with support from the Lilly Endowment, has blossomed into a crucial talent attraction and retention resource for the Indianapolis region. Indy Chamber is working with various partners to expand the website’s regional content and has collaborated with Aspire to highlight Johnson County neighborhoods and assets to potential employees.

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Entrepreneurs Speak on the Benefits of Regionalism in Economic Development

Entrepreneur Joaquin Spamer advocated for regional collaboration in economic development in the Rio Grande Valley during the "CEOs Unite – Let’s Get Uncomfortable" summit. He emphasizes the need for cities and economic development organizations to market their regions collectively rather than individually. 

+ Read about or listen to the audio from the summit

Why Are Americans so Displeased with the Economy?

Despite seemingly positive macroeconomic indicators such as low unemployment rates and steady economic growth post-COVID, Americans are showing signs of pessimism about the direction of the U.S. economy. Factors like stagnant wage growth and rising inequality are likely causing this widespread discontent despite overall economic stability.

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Is Your Broadband Service Correct on the FCC Map? Broadband Challenge Process Ends Soon

Federal broadband funds will be deployed to help unserved and low-speed areas as indicated by the FCC broadband map. Residents and businesses have until April 17 to challenge the accuracy of the broadband map. Aspire is helping to facilitate the broadband challenge process to make sure the map is as accurate as possible. We encourage all readers to review the map and confirm its accuracy. If you believe the map does NOT accurately reflect the broadband service at your home or business, please reach out to Aspire to start the challenge process before April 17.

+ More about the broadband challenge

Aspire Weekly Member Highlights

Renewed Member Investors

AAA Hoosier Motor Club

Accentus Health TMS

Ale Emporium Greenwood

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LLC

DeWees Construction, Inc.

Facilitators International

Fletcher Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Greenwood Village South Continuing Care Retirement Community

Hopewell Presbyterian Church

Horizon Bank

Indiana American Water Company

IndyDerm, LLC

Johnson County ICON & Southside Times

Johnson County Museum of History

My Baby Detailing

Potts, Hannah & Fischer, P.C.

Resources of Hope Inc.

Security Title Services

Shelby Materials

Southside Art League, Inc.

Vino Villa

Waddell & Reed - Koon Clements Team

Winteregg & Associates, LLC

New Member Investors

Arlo Apartment Homes

Brunning Law Office

Bryan Gregg - Representing Town of Trafalgar

Elevated Marketing Solutions

Hoosier Security

Kiddie Academy of Greenwood

Morrison Legal, LLC

The Endoscopy Center at St. Francis

WorkSmart Systems

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More Upcoming Aspire Events:

+ Indy Salt Therapy Plus Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting - Apr. 15

+ Aspire Coffee Connections - Apr. 16

+ Kiddie Academy of Greenwood Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting - May 3

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

This week's Monday Member Moment features Daina Buehling, owner of The Glass Guru of Indy South. The Glass Guru is a local source for glass repair and replacement glass, mirrors, showers, windows, doors, tabletops, shelves, screens, and more. They even install in-glass pet doors! Watch the video to see a cute demonstration of a pet door. Stop by The Glass Guru of Indy South at Rise Commercial District off County Line Road in Greenwood. Visit TheGlassGuru.com or call 317-550-1450.

How do I Integrate 401K with my Payroll Company?

By: ASAP Payroll Service

According to one recent study, about 1 in 3 workers in the United States have made some type of early withdrawal from their 401K retirement funds – underlining the fact that proper 401K management is about more than just straightforward contributions and deductions. 

+ Learn more

Member Updates

+ Johnson County Recycling District Announces Eclipse Glasses Collection Through April

+ Baxter YMCA Community Day Apr. 13

+ Franklin Masonic Lodge Fish Fry Benefits Franklin PD K9 Fund Apr. 13

+ Johnson County Voter Forum – Listen, Learn & Speak with Candidates Apr. 23

+ Arise Safety and CPR – Sign Up for First Aid and CPR Training Now Using Coupon Code

+ Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Partners with Mike’s Hot Honey® to Debut First-Ever Deep Dish Pizza Collaboration in Celebration of National Deep Dish Pizza Day