We are the driving force in making Indiana a global leader in advanced manufacturing and logistics.

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🏆RISING 30: We are excited to announce our sixth annual Rising 30 class, honoring 30 young professionals who are already leaving their mark on Indiana’s advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML) industries. Meet the class: ow.ly/IRVy50YUuYv
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ICYMI: Chip Edgington, retired Vice President of FULLBEAUTY, was named as the 2026 Andre B. Lacy Vanguard Award winner, joining an esteemed group of leaders recognized for their extraordinary impact in Indiana’s AML industries. Read the full story: ow.ly/cAHW50ZbN7G
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Our own Bryce Carpenter joined the Transform NOW podcast to discuss how AI is transforming manufacturing roles beyond robots on the floor, and how AI and other digital technologies are key to improving productivity without lowering wages. Listen here: ow.ly/BN9J50Za9mB
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We are excited to announce Chip Edgington, retired Vice President of @fullbeautystyle, has been named as the 2026 Andre B. Lacy Vanguard Award winner, joining an esteemed group of leaders recognized for their impact in Indiana AML. Read the full story: ow.ly/crtJ50Z9v4k
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Welcome to the Advanced Industries Council Leaf Software Solutions! Leaf Software Solutions is a consulting firm based in Carmel specializing in custom software and technology solutions for mid-market businesses. Meet the members of the council: ow.ly/mswt50Z9r47
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Before you can remedy a shortfall in your operation, you need to first identify the cause of the problem. Many advanced manufacturing technology adoption efforts stall before they start because a problem is not clearly defined, rather than an issue with the technology itself.
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In our guide, ‘Identifying a Worthy Business Problem’, we provide the tools and steps to find and address what is going wrong before any technology or vendors become a factor. Download the free guide and get started here: ow.ly/zOpy50Z9kHa
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Our own Bryce Carpenter recently joined The Manufacturing Executive podcast where he discussed how state-level organizations like Conexus are stepping up to support manufacturers of all sizes and aligning workforce for change. Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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ICYMI: We recently partnered with @IvyTechCC and the Center for Regional Economic Competitiveness to convene Indianapolis-area manufacturers for feedback to help shape Ivy Tech's new Manufacturing Principles course series. Learn more: ow.ly/xfR150Z8IUw
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Most AML companies know they would benefit from investing in digital tools and automation. We built a hub to serve as a north star for advanced manufacturing companies interested in starting their first, or next, technology adoption journey. Learn more: ow.ly/gfJg50Z7Zqe
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CTDI has plans to invest $44 million to build a 400,000 square foot facility which is projected to create 400 new jobs. Construction is expected to begin mid 2026 and the building will be able to expand in the future if necessary. Learn more: ow.ly/2x2q50Z7JrX
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Earlier this year, we released plans to expand our Advanced Industries Council programming by adding 2 meetings in the Southern region of the state. Today, we are excited to host the first meeting in Princeton at @Toyota. Learn more via @IIB: ow.ly/g8hu50Z77h8
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Recently, our own PJ McGrew spoke on a panel at @EmpowerSchools' event Vision in Action event, alongside representatives from @EducationIN and @IvyTechCC discussing on how policy, practice and partnerships can come together to improve student outcomes.
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We were excited to partner with @IvyTechCC and CREC for an employer feedback session on AML skills training in Indianapolis. The event also highlighted Ivy Tech’s training space, developed with @EliLillyandCo, supporting programs and employer engagement opportunities.
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Recently, our own Jeremy helped judge the @PLTWorg Senior Capstone Showcase at @DallaraGroup, where more than 350 students identified problems that could be solved through research or engineering and presented their results to various judges from industry. @MarianUniv
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🎙️LISTEN: Bryce Carpenter joined The Manufacturing Executive podcast where he discussed how state-level organizations are stepping up to support manufacturers and how we need to focus first on solving real business problems and aligning workforce. ow.ly/sLl750Z56aE
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ICYMI: We have announced the addition of two southern Indiana meetings to the Conexus Indiana Advanced Industries Council (CIAIC) calendar, expanding access to the council’s programming for industry leaders across the region. Learn more: ow.ly/MCbe50Z4R4A
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