INFLUENCE: Stories of Indiana Innovation

Connecting Indiana's Universities, Founders, and Industry

Indiana has built a strong foundation for entrepreneurship, with a thriving business climate and all the elements needed for innovation to flourish.

Now is the moment to build on that momentum—to scale up innovation and entrepreneurship, raise our ambitions for companies and support programs, and shine a brighter spotlight on Indiana as an innovation hub for Hoosiers and the world.

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Entrepreneurship around the state

Upcoming Events

APR

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Indiana State University - Job Jamboree

Join Indiana State University on April 8th for Job Jamboree, an opportunity that connects students to career and internship opportunities. If you are interested in recruiting students, Indiana State University looks forward to hosting your organization. Click below to learn more.

APR

22-25

IDEA Week

Join us for an inspiring journey of innovation, learning, and connection at IDEA Week 2025! From hands-on workshops to compelling keynotes featuring industry leaders like Ashley Flowers and Max Yoder, this event offers something for every entrepreneur and community leader. You’ll have the opportunity to dive deep into practical skills with expert-led sessions, experience innovative demos across technology, food, and entertainment, and connect with fellow innovators during our networking events and unique dining experiences.

Looking for more events? TechPoint, CICP’s industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s digital innovation economy, offers a community events calendar with even more opportunities, beyond innovation and entrepreneurship. Click here to browse.

DEC

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(Live Webinar) Careers in Tech: Exploring Indiana’s Top Tech Opportunities

Are you interested in a career in tech? Wondering what roles are trending in Indiana, curious to know what skills you’ll need to land your first job? Join us for a webinar to explore TechPoint’s Careers in Tech resource (careersintech.info).

About CICP

The CEOs of Indiana Corporate Partnership (originally founded as Central Indiana Corporate Partnership) brings together the leadership of major corporations, foundations, and universities to advance Indiana’s long-term prosperity. Through its five initiatives—AgriNovus Indiana, Ascend Indiana, BioCrossroads, Conexus Indiana and TechPoint—CICP drives growth in key industries. Together, these efforts strengthen Indiana’s economy and position the state as a hub for innovation and opportunity.