In this issue
Mid-career retraining, data center growth, and a new state succession planning pilot are among the topics covered in this issue of the regional business magazine.
June - July 2026
Northwest Indiana Business Magazine June-July 2026 issue
Professional advancement
Businesses and organizations share good news about new hires, promotions, accolades
Digital infrastructure
Hobart, La Porte, and Merrillville are navigating a wave of data center proposals, weighing billions in projected revenue against concerns over energy, water use, and transparency.
Betting on Northwest Indiana
Low property taxes, a 3.8% unemployment rate, and projects from Amazon, John Deere, FedEx, and Microsoft are drawing business relocations and expansions to the area.
Inside mid-career learning
More working adults are returning to college mid-career to change fields, with programs including teaching and business administration designed around full-time jobs and family obligations.
Employee wealth plans
Regional employers are expanding financial wellness benefits beyond retirement plans, adding literacy programs, ESOPs, and adviser access to reduce turnover and retain workers.
Quality trade show strategy
Northwest Indiana businesses are rethinking trade show strategy, shifting toward smaller, experience-driven booths focused on audience fit over raw attendance numbers.
Curiosity at heart
La Porte native Olivia West serves as in-game host for the Indiana Pacers and Fever while running a marketing firm and speaking to 1,000+ people weekly.