Taking the Fear Out of Technology

Look for our series beginning on January 27, 2011 on ways to make your website and Internet marketing more effective. Bring your lunch and join us from 11:30am – 1:00pm for this informative series! There is no charge to attend, however, reservations are required. Call 866.508.8232 x0 to reserve your space today!

North Central ISBDC / September 28, 2010

Likes, Fans and Being Social: The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Facebook

Everyone is talking about social media these days. Learn from the experts on how to use Facebook as a free marketing tool to learn about your customers and promote your business. Download Likes, Fans and Being Social: The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Facebook A printer friendly version of the guide can be found here.

ISBDC / September 1, 2010

2010 Companies to Watch Awards Celebration Pictures

Click the link below to view pictures from the 2010 Companies to Watch Awards Celebration on August 26, 2010 at The Indiana Roof Ballroom. Indiana Companies to Watch Pictures

ISBDC / August 30, 2010

2010 Companies to Watch Awards Celebration Video

This video highlights the 2010 Companies to Watch Award Winners. Originally aired during the Companies to Watch Awards Celebration on August 26, 2010. Indiana Companies to Watch 2010 from Edward Lowe Foundation on Vimeo.

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Gov Mitch Daniels Addresses the 2010 Class of Indiana Companies to Watch

Governor Mitch Daniels thanks second-stage entrepreneurs for their contributions to the Indiana economy during the 3rd Annual Indiana Companies to Watch Awards Celebration on August 26th 2010.

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FUSE Awards Accepting Nominations through 9/17

Nominate entrepreneurs in 7 categories who best exemplify the creativity, innovation, energy, and spirit of small business owners. Luncheon October 21, 2010 featuring IU Athletic Director Fred Glass. http://fusebusinessawards.com

ISBDC / August 20, 2010

Join Us at TechPoint’s Innovation Summit 2010

October 27, 2010 | Indiana Convention Center | 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. This annual event brings together entrepreneurs, executives and policymakers for learning, dialogue and debate on the central challenge of today’s economy – turning today’s ideas into tomorrow’s business breakthroughs. The Summit includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions on a variety of innovation related topics, [...]

ISBDC / August 19, 2010

2010 Companies to Watch Introducing Spotlight Awards

At the 3rd annual Indiana Companies to Watch celebration on Aug. 26, Indiana Companies to Watch will recognize 5 past Indiana CTW honorees with Spotlight Awards, celebrating those companies’ ongoing growth and success. The 2010 Spotlight Award winners are: AIT Laboratories (2008 CTW, Indianapolis), Alexin LLC (2009 CTW, Bluffton), Mursix Corporation (2008 CTW, Muncie), OrthoPediatrics [...]

ISBDC / August 17, 2010

A Message on Health Care from the Indiana Secretary of Commerce

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed by the United States Congress and signed into law by President Obama on March 23, 2010.  This legislation will have an enormous impact on health care delivery in the State of Indiana. In a few weeks, the Interagency State Health Reform Task Force will host [...]

ISBDC / August 13, 2010

Interview with Indiana Chamber of Commerce

Questions to Cam Charter, Vice President of Economic Development, Small Business Policy and Federal Relations for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. What is the mission of the Indiana Chamber’s Small Business Counsel? How did your time at TechPoint shape your thinking of entrepreneurship in Indiana? How can small business owners in Indiana best get the attention [...]

ISBDC / August 12, 2010