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On the most recent (i) on Economic Development, Tim Cook and Katie Culp join Gerry Dick to discuss tourism’s impact on economic development. As the fastest growing job sector in Indiana, Culp notes that tourism packs a one-two punch for the business community: an initial financial impact generated by an event or attraction and gained exposure for the community in … Continue reading (i) on Economic Development: Cook, Culp Talk Indiana’s Growing Tourism Industry

This article originally appeared on insideindianabusiness.com. If real estate is all about location-location-location, then getting a tech company off the ground is just as often about capital-capital-capital. The right idea, the right team, and the right moment all need to converge in the right space-time tech continuum for a company to succeed, but without the capital … Continue reading Indiana’s Capital Access Challenge

On the most recent (i) on Economic Development, Tim Cook and Katie Culp join Gerry Dick to discuss Indiana’s top economic development news stories, including the chaotic end to the 2018 Indiana General Assembly, legislative takeaways from the session, and the upcoming special session in May. On the show, Cook credits the passage of Senate Bill 257, exempting sales of … Continue reading (i) on Economic Development: Cook, Culp Talk 2018 Indiana Legislative Session and Key Takeaways

This article originally appeared on ibj.com. It’s customary at the end of every legislative session to proclaim winners and losers. But it’s equally important to take a step back from the individual highs and lows of specific bills that passed or didn’t pass, to assess the bigger picture. Specifically, what message are we sending about … Continue reading State Moves Needle (Back and Forth) on Perception Issues

INDIANAPOLIS (March 1, 2018) – Earthwave Technologies, a provider of telematics solutions for heavy equipment contractors, announced plans today to expand its operations in Indianapolis, creating up to 56 new jobs by 2022. “Hoosier businesses continue to be at the forefront of creating 21st century solutions for companies around the world,” said Elaine Bedel, president … Continue reading Tech-Based Fleet Management Company Doubling Footprint,
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There has been no shortage of speculation about Amazon’s top 20 HQ2 finalists and which will ultimately win the heart of Jeff Bezos. Many have placed bets on cities like Austin, Toronto, and Boston due to the magical triad of workforce, office space, and economic incentives. But a few believe Indy has a real shot, … Continue reading Cook Discusses Indy’s Shot at Amazon HQ2 With Xconomy

This article originally appeared on trustbelt.com. With Amazon’s search for a second headquarters passing its first gauntlet – winnowing the list of potential winners from 238 to 20 – it seems like the perfect opportunity to take stock of where things stand. Takeaways after perusing the Top 20: Current favorite: Boston. While we’re sticking with Beantown, … Continue reading Amazon HQ2, Round 1: Snubs, Hype, and Dark Horses

FISHERS, IN (Jan. 23, 2018) – Indianapolis-based Sun King Brewing Co. says it will build a new specialty production craft brewery and tap room at The Yard in Fishers. Co-founder Clay Robinson tells Inside INdiana Business the company is investing up to $2.5 million into the 13,000-square-foot facility, which is expected to open in summer 2019. … Continue reading Sun King Brewing to Open Another Brewery at The Yard

On the most recent (i) on Economic Development, Tim Cook and Katie Culp join Gerry Dick to discuss Indiana’s top economic development news stories, including Amazon’s top 20 HQ2 list and Gov. Holcomb’s recent State of the State address. Amazon naming Indianapolis as one of its 20 HQ2 finalists is a recognition of all that the city has to offer, … Continue reading (i) on Economic Development: Cook, Culp Talk Amazon, State of the State

In the most sweeping overhaul of the U.S. tax code in more than three decades, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into law Dec. 22, 2017. Select changes in this new law affect the real estate industry more than others and should be taken into account by owners, developers, managers, and tenants. … Continue reading Cook to Discuss Tax Reform’s Impact on the Real Estate Industry