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Students Apply Data Science Skills to Real-World Energy Challenges at TechPoint’s First Xtern Challenge, Hosted by MISO

Courtney Kerr2025-11-03T13:37:07-05:00October 30, 2025|

TechPoint’s first-ever Xtern Challenge brought together Indiana’s top student talent for a hands-on, data-driven competition hosted by MISO (Midcontinent Independent System Operator). The event invited teams to apply their technical and analytical skills to a real-world problem facing one of the nation’s most critical industries: maintaining a reliable and cost-effective energy grid. The new program builds on TechPoint’s mission to expand work-based learning opportunities that connect students with industry partners and help them gain practical experience solving challenges that matter to Indiana’s economy. What is the Xtern Challenge? Launched in Fall 2025, the Xtern Challenge is a series of hackathons, design sprints, and case competitions where students collaborate on real-world business problems designed by Indiana companies and work alongside industry mentors. These events give students a chance to apply their classroom knowledge to practical challenges while learning new tools, gaining feedback from professionals, and building their experience to [...]

TechPoint AI Talent Insights Report

Courtney Kerr2025-09-18T19:06:14-04:00September 18, 2025|

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TechPoint Announces New Team Members

Courtney Kerr2025-09-09T13:29:19-04:00September 9, 2025|

TechPoint, the industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s tech ecosystem, today announced two new team members. Ginger Lippert has strategically shifted her focus to Vice President, Marketing and Engagement, and Sally Reasoner returns to TechPoint as Vice President, Talent Strategy. “Indiana is emerging as a leader in the AI economy, and TechPoint’s work across talent, innovation, and community has never been more important,” said Ting Gootee, president and CEO, TechPoint. “I’m thrilled to welcome Ginger Lippert and Sally Reasoner into these critical leadership roles. Together, they will help TechPoint continue advancing Indiana’s competitiveness and growth in this new era of opportunity.” About Ginger Lippert Ginger Lippert, MBA, steps into the Vice President, Marketing and Engagement role after serving nearly a year as TechPoint’s Vice President of Talent, Strategy and Engagement to best align her strengths and experience with the organization’s priorities. A seasoned professional with [...]

TechPoint opens nominations for 2026 Mira Awards

Courtney Kerr2025-09-02T11:12:45-04:00September 2, 2025|

TechPoint, the industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s digital innovation economy, announced today it is now accepting nominations for its 27th Annual Mira Awards gala. The award submission period will close on Oct. 15, 2025. Companies, organizations and individuals are encouraged to submit for the awards quickly, as each category will accept a maximum of 25 submissions. The nominee submission process, which debuted last year, will include a section on why nominees deserve the award alongside categories to highlight years of service and operation. As part of the award selection process, TechPoint staff will review and forward submissions that meet the required criteria for live interviews with a panel of distinguished industry leaders, carefully chosen to reflect a wide range of expertise and perspectives. These judges will evaluate the finalists during live judging on December 3 and 4, with finalist [...]

TechPoint announces new member advancing Indiana’s tech ecosystem

Courtney Kerr2025-08-06T15:57:20-04:00August 5, 2025|

Leaders from across the state join efforts to grow innovation, talent, and entrepreneurship TechPoint, the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership’s industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s tech-powered economy, today announced that Robosource has joined its network. This addition reflects TechPoint’s ongoing commitment to enhancing connectivity, elevating industry, developing Indiana’s tech talent, and supporting innovation and entrepreneurship. Founded in 2012, Robosource introduces AI-powered automation into medium and large enterprises, enhancing efficiency, streamlining workflows, and reducing operational costs across many industry verticals. With a mission of freeing clients from the monotony that keeps them from engaging in creative, strategic, and higher-value work, Robosource brings its scalable solutions to a global market. Robosource recently closed a Seed Series round, securing investments from Florida-based The Tebow Group and Arizona-based Legacy Portfolio, LLC. The Tebow Group was founded by Tim Tebow, philanthropist, former Heisman Trophy winner, [...]

Indiana’s AI imperative: Building the nation’s most AI-ready economy

Courtney Kerr2025-07-30T10:19:39-04:00July 24, 2025|

This article was originally published by Inside Indiana Business on July 24, 2025. Click here to read the original release. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a present-day catalyst reshaping industries, economies, and the workforce at a rapid pace. For Indiana, a state with a rich legacy in manufacturing, logistics, and life sciences, embracing AI is more than an optional business strategy. It’s a necessity to remain competitive and ensure economic growth. The Economic Potential of AI According to McKinsey, generative AI could contribute between $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually to the global economy. AI has the potential to boost labor productivity by 0.1% to 0.6% annually through 2040, depending on how quickly it’s adopted and how workforce transitions are managed. Leveraging AI in Indiana can enhance productivity across core sectors. The state’s strong presence [...]

TechPoint launches CDO Network to advance data strategy and innovation across Indiana

Courtney Kerr2025-07-25T09:27:43-04:00July 23, 2025|

TechPoint, the industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s digital innovation economy and overall tech ecosystem, today announced the formation of the Indiana CDO Network, bringing together the state’s best minds in data and analytics. The network, which will hold its inaugural meeting in August, formalizes a previously organic consortium of central Indiana data leaders. Under the TechPoint brand, the CDO network will expand statewide, offering members a sustainable infrastructure that employs deeper collaborations and professional growth with vital connections to the state’s innovation sector. The CDO Network will be led by: Bill Kemerer, vice president of global data and analytics, Allegion; and Karen Hyman, vice president of data governance, defense digital and IT, Rolls Royce. “The timing is perfect for a formalized CDO network, as data is top of mind across all industries with the rapid adoption of AI,” said Bill [...]

TechPoint announces 2025-2026 executive committee leadership

Courtney Kerr2025-06-23T13:35:43-04:00June 23, 2025|

TechPoint, the industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s tech ecosystem, today announced its executive committee members for the 2025–2026 term. The newly appointed leadership reflects TechPoint’s ongoing commitment to advancing digital innovation, developing Indiana’s tech talent, and supporting innovation & entrepreneurship. After distinguished service since 2019, Sherry Aaholm, former Chief Digital Officer of Cummins Inc., is stepping down as Board Chair. Under her leadership, TechPoint significantly expanded its industry networks and secured new philanthropic partnerships, including with Microsoft and the Infosys Foundation. Her tenure also saw the growth of TechPoint’s tech talent initiatives to strengthen Indiana’s talent pipeline, alongside the development of a robust innovation and entrepreneurship strategy that continues to elevate Indiana’s position as a national technology hub. “I’ve seen firsthand the passion and dedication the TechPoint team brings to growing Indiana’s tech community,” said Sherry Aaholm. “As AI [...]

TechPoint announces 2026 Mira Awards gala date & venue

Courtney Kerr2025-06-18T09:32:46-04:00June 18, 2025|

TechPoint, the industry-led growth initiative for Indiana’s digital innovation economy, today announced its annual Mira Awards gala will be held Friday, April 24, 2026, at The Palladium in Carmel. The annual event is known as the “Oscars of Indiana Tech.” With tech’s transformative roles for all industries, Mira has become Indiana’s biggest night for tech and innovation. “The Mira Awards celebrate the bold ideas, breakthrough technologies, and entrepreneurial grit that are shaping Indiana’s future,” said TechPoint President and CEO Ting Gootee. “As we work to become the most AI-ready economy in the nation, it’s more important than ever to tell the success stories that fuel innovation, inspire talent, and drive economic growth through tech.” More than 1,500 stakeholders were on hand for the 2025 Mira Awards, which was held in February. For the third year in a row, the [...]

TechPoint’s IN Tech Connect to accelerate innovation and business growth in Indiana

Courtney Kerr2025-04-29T12:35:04-04:00April 29, 2025|

June "Do Business in Indiana" event to unite enterprise leaders with high-potential SMBs and tech talent As Indiana rapidly emerges as a hub for digital innovation, TechPoint is doubling down on its mission to catalyze collaboration across the state’s thriving tech ecosystem. On June 17, TechPoint will host IN Tech Connect, to ignite partnerships between Indiana’s largest tech-driven enterprises and the state’s expansive network of small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs). The event is a direct outcome of insights from TechPoint’s Indiana CIO Network. Recognizing the untapped potential within Indiana’s 9,000+ tech firms, these CIOs are championing more intentional collaboration with SMBs, companies that are agile, ambitious, and ready to scale. “TechPoint is proud to bring together leaders from Indiana’s tech community – including our largest companies – with small and mid-size companies to spark meaningful connections that drive real business outcomes,” said [...]

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