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Family-Owned Consulting and Analytics Company Adding High-Wage Jobs in Indianapolis

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Indianapolis – Walker Information, a business-to-business customer experience consulting firm, announced plans today to expand its operations here, constructing a new headquarters facility and creating up to 30 new high-wage jobs by 2020.

“Here in Indiana, we have made it a top-priority to build a pro-growth business environment that offers low costs, declining taxes, reduced regulations and a skilled workforce,” said Governor Mike Pence. “With a growing number of tech companies choosing to call Indiana home, this industry continues to create quality, good-paying Hoosier jobs. As we head into Indiana’s third century, I am proud to see Indiana’s tech community thriving and witness yet another firm like Walker benefit from doing business in a state that works.”

The family-owned company, in partnership with real estate developer PK Partners, will invest $11 million to build a new 54,000-square-foot headquarters facility at 8940 River Crossing Blvd. on Indianapolis’ north side. Walker expects to complete the move by the end of 2017, relocating from its current facility at 301 Pennsylvania Parkway. The company, which uses predictive analytics and innovative solutions to help its customers grow, serves more than 100 businesses around the world, including many Fortune 1000 firms, such as EMC, Sysco, Pepsi and Avaya. Fueled by the evolving needs of its customers, Walker plans to expand its services and increase its consulting operations to better position its clients for continued growth.

Walker currently employs 127 Hoosiers at its headquarters and plans to continue hiring for consulting, analytic, information technology and project management positions. New positions are expected to offer average wages nearly 50 percent higher than the state average wage. Interested applicants may apply online at walkerinfo.hirecentric.com/jobs/.

“Indiana is the ideal place for Walker,” said Steven F. Walker, chairman and chief executive officer of Walker Information. “The business environment, the caliber of our workforce and the quality of life for our people are just a few of the reasons we choose to do business from our headquarters in Indianapolis. In addition, Indianapolis has become an important center for the emerging measured marketing industry and Walker has been an important contributor to this effort since our humble beginnings in 1939.”

Founded in Broad Ripple in 1939, Walker specializes in customer retention and growth strategies by using predictive analytics, cutting-edge technology and consulting services to help companies achieve their business objectives and grow shareholder value. In 2014, the company celebrated its 75th anniversary by collaborating with Leadership Indianapolis on a community-wide assessment of local leadership. For the fourth year in a row, the third-generation family business received the Temkin Group’s Customer Experience Vendor Excellence Award, an industry recognized award for innovation and impact.

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) offered Walker Information Inc. up to $455,000 in tax credits based on the company’s job creation plans. These incentives are performance based, meaning until Hoosiers are hired, the company is not eligible to claim incentives. The city of Indianapolis will consider a property tax abatement at the request of Develop Indy, a business unit of the Indy Chamber.

“It’s exciting to see Walker Information continue to grow in Indianapolis,” said Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett. “While we celebrate anytime a business chooses to expand and invest in our community, it’s particularly gratifying to have a family-owned, decades-old institution like Walker Information find success here. Through continued innovation and adaptive strategies, I have no doubt that Walker Information will remain a stalwart presence in Indianapolis for years to come.”

Indiana’s technology sector added jobs at a rate of 18 percent from 2012 to 2014, which is three times faster than the national average. Walker’s growth follows announcements within the last year from technology companies including Salesforce, Determine, Emarsys, Blue Horseshoe Solutions, Lumavate, PolicyStat, iLAB, Appirio, Rook Security and Eleven Fifty Consulting, which together are committing to create more than a thousand tech jobs in Central Indiana.

“Walker’s headquarters expansion project, along with recent announcements like Saleforce’s new regional headquarters, are proof that Indianapolis is fast becoming a “World Class” Tech City in the Silicon Prairie,” said Sam Smith, chairman of RESOURCE Commercial Real Estate, who represented Walker in this headquarters build-to-suit transaction.

Ivy Tech to Host Express Enrollment Day

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An Express Enrollment event is planned at Ivy Tech Community College for individuals interested in enrolling in classes for Fall 2016. The free event is planned for Thursday, July 14, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at Ivy Tech Community College, 3501 North First Avenue. This event is designed to assist interested individuals in completing the enrollment process, potentially, all in one day!

At the event students will have the opportunity to:

  • Complete the FAFSA or get their financial aid questions answered. Ivy Tech school code is 009917.  Also, students can learn more about aid such as grants, scholarships and loans.
  • Create their Campus Connect account and complete the New Student Orientation online.
  • Determine what assessments may be needed to enroll.
  • Meet with an Academic Advisor.  (First, students will need to complete orientation and assessment steps).
  • Register for classes.

For more information visit ivytech.edu/enrollmentday.

Fraudsters Pose As IT Staff To Lure Employees Into Phishing Scams 

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Governor Pence to Announce Major Economic Development Initiative at Innovation Showcase

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Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence will provide opening remarks at the eighth annual Innovation Showcase tomorrow at 9:45 a.m. and will announce a significant initiative regarding continued economic development in Indiana.

Presented by the Venture Club of Indiana, the Innovation Showcase has become Indiana’s premier event for connecting idea generators to funds and resources as well as fostering business growth and job creation in the Hoosier state. The two-day event is expected to draw nearly 1,000 innovators, entrepreneurs and investors. Details below.

Thursday, July 14:

9:45 a.m. EDT – Governor Pence to announce major economic development initiative at Innovation Showcase

*Credentialed media are welcome to attend and are asked to RSVP to McKenzie Clift at mclift@gov.in.gov. Members of the media are invited to attend a press briefing at 9:00 a.m. in the Dallara IndyCar Factory theater prior to the announcement.

Dallara IndyCar Factory – 1201 W. Main St., Speedway, IN

 Ivy Tech-Alcoa Robotics Summer Camp

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Participating students will participate in hands-on learning activities focused on robotics. These incoming 7th, 8th and 9th graders will leave camp with a basic knowledge of electricity and robotics. They will also tour local manufacturing facilities during their week long session. At the end of the week, participants will leave with a t-shirt, a robot with components to continue their journey, and a wealth of knowledge they have learned through the camp from collegiate faculty.

Friday, July 15, 2016

10:15 am: Robot Programming (Room 169)

11:45 am: Robot Building (Room 169)

1:00 pm: Robot Competition  (Room 159)

Where:  Ivy Tech Community College, 3501 N First Avenue

More about Robotics at Ivy Tech: The Advanced Automation and Robotics (AART) program at Ivy Tech offers hands-on learning with modern equipment in classes taught by faculty who have spent their careers working in manufacturing. Students learn to troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment like PLCs, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and motors and controls. For even more real-world experience, this degree offers the opportunity for a paid internship at local companies where students work two days per week and attend class three days per week. A few of the companies Ivy Tech partners with include Eli Lilly, Ingersoll Rand, Oerlicon, Alcoa, Amatrol, Dupont and Allison Transmission. Degrees & Certificates Offered (Southwest Region): Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Technical Certificate (TC) Certificate (C)

Typical Careers: Industrial Machinery Mechanic

Median Industrial Machinery Mechanic salary in Indiana: $23.70 per hr.

Adopt A Pet

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 Stella is a 4-year-old spayed female potbellied pig. She can be indoor/outdoor and is currently learning how to potty outside and walk on a leash. She must be adopted outside Evansville city limits. She weighs a little over 100 lbs. but should not get much bigger. Stella’s $250 adoption fee also includes her piggy vaccines! Call (812) 426-2563 or visit www.vhslifesaver.org for adoption details!

Governor Pence Joins Compact to Fight Opioid Addiction

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Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today joined 45 governors in signing the Compact to Fight Opioid Addiction, which summarizes the actions needed to address the factors contributing to opioid addiction. The compact, which was developed by and released through the National Governors Association (NGA), stems from a resolution passed at the NGA Winter Meeting in February. By signing the compact, governors are agreeing to redouble their efforts to fight the opioid epidemic in their respective states.

 

“Ten months after the launch of our Task Force on Drug Enforcement, Treatment, and Prevention, Indiana has made tremendous strides to combat the scourge of drug abuse in our communities,” said Governor Pence. “As we look forward to serving those struggling with mental health and addiction at our new state-of-the-art neuro-diagnostic institute and launch the Indiana Commission to Combat Drug Abuse to continue the conversation of our task force, we are dedicating ourselves to this cause for the long haul and are grateful for the opportunity to work in partnership with other governors across the country.”

 

On September 1, 2015, Governor Pence created the Governor’s Task Force on Drug Enforcement, Treatment and Prevention, which consists of experts from a variety of specialties tasked with developing a comprehensive approach to addressing drug problems in Indiana. In June, the Task Force endorsed a set of opioid and controlled substance prescribing guidelines for emergency departments as part of a larger strategy to combat prescription drug abuse in Indiana. Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 271, enacted during the previous session of the Indiana General Assembly, established the Indiana Commission to Combat Drug Abuse, which will build on the work of the Governor’s Task Force on Drug Enforcement, Treatment, and Prevention and take the lead in coordinating substance abuse policy throughout the state of Indiana beginning in 2017.

 

VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES

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 Below is a list of the felony cases filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.

Ryan Wallace Cantner Resisting law enforcement, Level 6 felony

Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, Level 6 felony

Reckless driving, Class C misdemeanor

Seth Thomas Nicholson Operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic violator, Level 6 felony

Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, Level 6 felony

Possession of a firearm, Class C misdemeanor

Zachary Todd Herron Receiving stolen auto parts, Level 6 felony

Terrie Renee Mathis Theft, Level 6 felony

False informing, Class B misdemeanor

Marlin Darryl Meriwether Battery resulting in bodily injury to a pregnant woman, Level 5 felony

Jennifer Lynne Lefler Battery resulting in serious bodily injury, Level 5 felony

Battery resulting in bodily injury to a public safety official, Level 5 felony

Nigel Tyrone Daniels Prisoner possessing a deadly weapon, Level 4 felony

Prisoner possessing a deadly weapon, Level 4 felony

Michael Wayne Triplett Operating a vehicle as a habitual traffic violator, Level 6 felony

Tristin Jade Wedding Domestic battery by means of a deadly weapon, Level 5 felony

Attempted domestic battery by means of a deadly weapon, Level 5 felony

Battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, Level 6 felony

Domestic battery resulting in moderate bodily injury, Level 6 felony

Sergio Quentin Montenegro II Aggravated battery, Level 3 felony

John W. White Criminal trespass, Level 6 felony

IS IT TRUE JUNE 13, 2016

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IS IT TRUE this is just one of many statements that Jackson cited in his farewell address?  …Andrew Jackson said:  “The men who profit by the abuses and desire to perpetuate them will continue to besiege the halls of legislation in the General Government and will seek by every artifice to mislead and deceive the public servants?  …you have no longer any cause to fear danger from abroad; your strength and power are well known throughout the civilized world?  …It is from within, among yourselves – from cupidity, from corruption…and inordinate thirst for power – that factions will be formed and liberty endangered?


IS IT TRUE Rev. William Payne’s just posted an on line petition entitled “Change.org” that calls for the resignation of Missy Mosby as President of City Council?  …we are presently trying  to contact Rev. Payne so we can get more information concerning thee reason for this petition?


IS IT TRUE that Missy Mosby’s denial that the now dubbed ‘FREEDOM OF SPEECH” ordinance wasn’t aimed at blocking public participation in public matters is laughable?

IS IT TRUE  we hear because of the way that couple of City Council members insulted Alex Burton during his well thought out presentation concerning future race relations is one of the reasons why the young and well educated  people of color are planning a peaceful protest for equality in Evansville proper?


IS IT TRUE we are hearing that a diverse group of energetic people are now vowing to get involved. in future decisions being made by Evansville City Council?

IS IT TRUE when Councilwoman Michelle Mercer stated that by State law this City Council doesn’t allow free speech is extremely questionable? …this statement makes people questions Ms. Mercer intellectual judgment?

IS IT TRUE many people believe when Mosby, Weaver and McGinn privately amending the current  Freedom of Speech ordinance was a way to silence their critics?   …that City Council attempt to stop intelligent individuals from coming before council asking embarrassing questions has back fired?

IS IT TRUE we want to give kudos to Council persons Connie Robinson and Dan Adams for standing up to protect our 1st Amendment Rights at the Monday night Council meeting?

IS IT TRUE our poster Zenarcher submitted the following comment, which we found interesting and worth re-posting?   …Zenarcher posted the following;  “Have you noticed  City Council attorney Josh Claiborne becoming more mouthy, not just on legal matters, but confronting and answering questions that should be solely up to the ELECTED officials”?   …his role is for legal advice to the council, not to be their mouth-piece on public matters, and he should not engage with the public”?


IS IT TRUE CCO poster JoeBiden said”  “Very ironic that Jeb (Evansville City Council Attorney Josh Claiborne) of Warrick County claimed Trump was unfit for public office (after Jeb got his smiling picture with Trump)”?


IS IT TRUE we are hearing that local Clergy were stunned to hear that Evansville City Council have decided not start future meetings with  an invocation?  …we consider this to be a developing story?


IS IT TRUE CCO poster Martha Stott remarks really got our attention?  …she said “Maybe I am missing something here.  Did these officials not run to represent the citizens in their area?   Should they not know what they are voting on? Do they not get paid?  Shame on Anna. (Anna Hargis).  Well at least she admitted it. Citizens, keep your elected officials accountable by organizing, calling, and letting them know you are watching their votes. That’s how you keep them accountable”?

FOOTNOTE:  “IS IT TRUE” will be posted on this coming Friday?

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