Chart: Wage Growth is Beating Inflation

A report from Axios analyzes worker wages and inflation from January 2016 to November 2023. The data reveals that despite the negative impact of inflation on purchasing power, the return of real pay hikes for workers provides a positive view for the U.S. economy and labor force in 2024.

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Business Success Through Diversified Networking

The ability to connect across differences is a crucial skill that can open doors to new opportunities and broaden an organization’s perspective. Embracing diverse people and views in social and professional networks not only enhances personal development but also contributes to the overall success of entire business communities.

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Challenges and Reforms for Hoosiers’ Healthcare at the Statehouse 

In an interview after Aspire’s February 6 “State of Healthcare in Johnson County” workshop, Dr. David Dunkle, President and CEO of Johnson Memorial Health and Vice President of Medical Affairs, discussed the financial and governmental challenges faced by healthcare facilities in Indiana.

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Aspire Distributing Eclipse Glasses

In partnership with Festival Country Indiana, Aspire will be providing eclipse glasses at our Greenwood office. Businesses can pick up glasses for employees during our regular office hours, Monday-Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm and Fridays 8:00am – 4:00pm.

Aspire Business Celebrations

February 14, 2024

D.R. Horton Saddlebrook Farms North

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

Aspire Weekly Member Highlights

Renewed Member Investors

BAR Communications

Community Hospital South

DOC Real Estate, Inc.

FASTSIGNS

First Call Staffing

Greenwood Library Foundation

Henn Haworth Cummings + Page

Indiana FFA Leadership Center

Jahnke Painting

Johnson Memorial Health

Merritt Hall Insurance

New Member Investors

Home Of My Own LLC

Hoosier Shooting Academy

Martin Fine Furniture

Featured Aspire Event

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More Upcoming Events:

+ Johnson County Solar Eclipse Business Planning Webinar - Feb. 28

+ Aspire Business Unwind - Feb. 29

+ Senior Helpers Relocation Ribbon Cutting - Mar. 5

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 Ardath Waller, owner of Ardath Waller Bookkeeping. Ardath provides bookkeeping services to small businesses and nonprofits including setting up QuickBooks online, training sessions on QuickBooks, and full bookkeeping services. Watch the video to learn about all the services offered. Visit ArdathWallerBkkg.com to fill out a contact form or connect with Ardath on LinkedIn.

Member Profile: Performance Improvement Consulting

Performance Improvement Consulting (PIC) helps organizations and leaders cultivate learning and growth as they continue serving their customers and stakeholders. The consulting staff, Kurt Schoch and Sandy Dean, bring over 60 years’ experience in leadership development and organizational excellence. Their industry experience includes pharmaceuticals, utilities, higher education, health care, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and manufacturing. 

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Member Updates

+ Indiana Members Credit Union Announces Whiteland Community High School Debit Card

+ Franklin College Moot Court Program Finds Success

+ PNC Bank Hiring Business Center Assistant Manager