Indianapolis, Indiana – Indiana’s economic future hinges on the strength and skill of its workforce, and next month, key stakeholders will gather to address exactly that at the 2025 Indiana Workforce Summit. Hosted by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the two-day event on October 23-24 at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis will bring together leaders from education, government, and industry to explore how to develop a workforce ready for the challenges of tomorrow.
“This summit is an ideal way to bring together key stakeholders to connect, inform and learn from each other and put ideas into action to further build Indiana’s talent pipeline,” said Indiana Chamber President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders. Her comments underscore the goal of creating a coordinated, future-ready workforce that benefits both individuals and businesses across the state.
The summit agenda is designed to tackle a broad spectrum of workforce issues. Sessions will focus on helping young people thrive as they enter the labor market, navigating careers in an age of rapid technological change, and identifying untapped talent pipelines that could fill critical roles in Indiana’s industries. Attendees will also explore the potential of cross-sector partnerships and strategies for training veterans to maximize their career opportunities.
For many attendees, the event offers a rare opportunity to connect with peers across multiple sectors. Human resources personnel, business owners, policy leaders, personnel managers, and employee relations specialists will all find sessions tailored to their unique challenges. With expert insights from a range of disciplines, participants can expect to gain actionable strategies to strengthen the state’s workforce infrastructure.
The conference is presented in partnership with the Indiana Workforce Alliance, which works closely with the Chamber to promote workforce development initiatives statewide. By aligning education and training programs with the needs of Indiana businesses, the summit aims to help ensure that Hoosier talent is prepared to meet evolving industry demands.
Financial support for the summit comes from a range of sponsors, reflecting the shared commitment to workforce development. Platinum sponsors include Continental, Indiana Wesleyan University, Project Lead The Way, and SlateUp. Gold sponsors feature AmeriHealth Caritas, College Board, Eckerd Connects, the Institute for Workforce Excellence, JobWorks, Inc., Metaimpact, Ready to Hire by Cengage Group, and Western Governors University (WGU). Silver sponsors include Ball State University, Butler University, Central Indiana Educational Service Center, Craft Education, Educational Service Centers of Indiana (ESCI), Geographic Solutions, Marian University’s Saint Joseph’s College, and the University of Indianapolis. TNTP serves as the bronze sponsor.
Supporting sponsors extend the reach of the event across the state and include Center of Workforce Innovations, Eastern Indiana Works, EmployIndy, Northeast Indiana Works, Northern Indiana Workforce Board, Region 4 Workforce Board, Region 5 Workforce Board, Inc., South Central Region 8 Workforce Board, Southeast Indiana Workforce Investment Board, Southern Indiana Works, Southwest Indiana Workforce Board, and Western Indiana Workforce Development Board, Inc.
Registration for the event is set at $399 for both days or $249 for a single day, with interested participants able to register at www.indianachamber.com/conferences. For potential sponsors, Jesse Brothers is available to provide additional information via email at [email protected].
The event comes at a critical moment as Indiana faces evolving labor market challenges, from technological disruption to shifting demographic trends. By fostering collaboration between education providers, employers, and policymakers, the summit seeks to create practical solutions for developing the state’s human capital.
Beyond its immediate objectives, the Indiana Workforce Summit reinforces the Chamber’s broader mission. Representing 25,000 members and investors and encompassing more than four million Hoosiers, the Chamber has long aimed to cultivate a world-class environment that provides economic opportunity and prosperity. This summit represents a tangible step toward that vision, connecting stakeholders who can directly influence the growth and sustainability of Indiana’s workforce.
By highlighting innovation, collaboration, and strategic planning, the summit also underscores the importance of forward-looking workforce policies. From preparing young people for career success to leveraging the skills of veterans and underutilized talent pools, the conference offers a platform to identify actionable strategies that can have a lasting impact on Indiana’s economy.
As attendees gather at the Hyatt Regency, the emphasis will remain on one core principle: a skilled and adaptable workforce is essential for the state’s growth. By equipping participants with the tools, insights, and connections they need, the 2025 Indiana Workforce Summit aims to ensure that Indiana businesses have the talent necessary to thrive in the decades to come.
