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KOKOMO, Ind. – Indiana Governor Mike Braun today announced that Merrell Bros. Inc., an environmental services company specializing in sustainable biosolids management, plans to expand its headquarters operations in Kokomo, creating 35 new, high-wage jobs by the end of 2028. “Across the state, Indiana entrepreneurs and small businesses like Merrell Bros. are thriving. Indiana ranks top … Continue reading Governor Braun Announces Indiana-Founded Merrell Bros. Plans $16.5M Expansion in Kokomo

This article appeared in the April 28, 2026 edition of the Cincinnati Business Courier. A company involved in the region’s largest industrial projects will double the size of its headquarters, moving to a former Procter & Gamble research and production site in Blue Ash. Ohio Valley Electrical Services Inc. March 27 acquired nearly 8 acres on the … Continue reading Former P&G Site in Blue Ash to Become Fast-Growing Firm’s New HQ

This article appeared in the September 10, 2025 of the Indianapolis Business Journal. An Oakland, Tennessee-based plastic container manufacturer expects to expand to Whitestown and hire 56 workers by the middle of 2026, town officials announced Wednesday. Ring Container Technologies LLC plans to sign a 10-year lease and invest $77 million in an existing 400,576-square-foot … Continue reading Plastic Container Manufacturer to Employ 56 Workers in Whitestown

Martinsried-Munich, Germany (July 22, 2025) – Coriolis Pharma, a globally operating Contract Research and Development Organization (CRDO) and a leader in formulation research and development for biopharmaceuticals, today announced its intention to invest $10 million in establishing a state-of-the-art research laboratory and creating 50 jobs at Spark LS, an innovative life science campus in Morrisville, North … Continue reading Coriolis Pharma Opens New Laboratory at Spark Life Science Campus in Morrisville, North Carolina

The Indiana General Assembly wrapped up its 2025 legislative session on April 25, sending a $44 billion budget and a host of additional bills to Governor Mike Braun, which he signed into law shortly thereafter. Among the most impactful outcomes of this session were sweeping changes to Indiana’s property tax system and significant updates to … Continue reading Indiana’s 2025 Legislative Session Brings Major Changes to Property Tax and Economic Development

Whether you’re expanding, relocating, or launching a new project, navigating U.S. business incentives can be complex. Here are the top 10 questions every company should ask to maximize opportunities and avoid missteps: How do incentives vary by location? Tax and incentives compositions differ significantly across local jurisdictions and applicability is industry-dependent. Those differences are only … Continue reading Top 10 Questions to Ask About Business Incentives in the U.S.

Indiana has entered a new era of tax policy. With the passage of Senate Bill 1 on April 15, 2025, and House Bill 1427 on May 6, 2025, state lawmakers have enacted sweeping reforms that will reshape how property is taxed and how local governments can generate revenue. The legislation introduces meaningful relief for property owners and businesses – … Continue reading Indiana’s Property Tax Overhaul:
Big Cuts, New Levers

This legislation continues to evolve. For the most up-to-date information on Senate Bill 1, go here. Indiana Gov. Mike Braun identified property tax reform as a top priority upon taking office, and with the signing of Senate Bill 1 (SB1) this week, that priority has now become reality. The new legislation introduces several significant changes to … Continue reading Indiana SB1 Brings Major Property Tax Reforms – With Potential Local Income Tax Consequences

You’ve secured one of Indiana’s business tax credits (EDGE, HBI, RTC, etc.). Now what? Ensuring you properly claim your award is critical to maximizing your benefits. Follow this step-by-step approach to guarantee you’re not leaving money on the table. Step 1: Include the certification letter in your tax filing. The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) … Continue reading Maximize Your Indiana Tax Credits:
A Step-By-Step Guide To Claiming Your Award

The Challenge In 2021, KSM Location Advisors (KSMLA) successfully secured a real property tax abatement for a speculative development in Indiana. However, by 2023, a new, out-of-state owner acquired the building but failed to file the required annual paperwork, leading to the loss of nearly $900,000 in tax benefits in the first year alone. Our … Continue reading Case Study: Maximizing & Maintaining Tax Benefits for a Speculative Development