White Lodging of Merrillville’s new CEO of hospitality management Jean-Luc Barone has his sights set on transforming the brand one property at a time.
Help for those in most need
Marcus Martin founded Grace Beyond Borders to provide hope to the homeless and those struggling with addiction in East Chicago.
Longtime RDA leader steps up
Sherri Ziller, who started at Regional Development Authority in the beginning, offers plan for future development in Northwest Indiana.
New leader says about time
Rebecca Richards, the first woman to serve as tribal chair of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, says her 25 years of service make her more than ready to lead.
Musical inspirations
Judith Neville says the pandemic brought in new customers to Gratz Opus 118 Music & Dance in Valparaiso — people who were looking for ways to feel normal again. Her students are happy: “She teaches in a way that makes music come alive.”
A year of learning
Indiana University Northwest Chancellor Ken Iwama says his first year was one of unity in navigating the pandemic and how to best serve students. Now he’s looking forward to pursuing his top priorities, especially increasing enrollment.
Aware of his brand
In 2017, Rockland Page decided to take charge of his future by starting his own business. Today, his graphic design talents have made his T-shirts widely popular.
Following a good example
Alisa Hecimovich continues her family’s tradition of giving back to the community by serving as the chair of the advisory board of The Salvation Army of Lake County.
Communicating better care
Crown Point-based HealthCall quickly filled a void during the pandemic by providing the communication bridge for the needs of communities, clients, patients and health care workers around the country.
Critical ‘guiding force’
Executive director of South Shore Arts decides to stay another year to help return to normal after canceled concerts, programming during pandemic.