The New Construction Award – Carmel will be presented to Pedcor and the Carmel Redevelopment Commission for The Hotel Carmichael, an autograph collection hotel by Marriott, located at 1 Carmichael Square in Carmel. The Hotel Carmichael is an architectural masterpiece designed to inspire a journey through history with all the modern-day amenities a traveler could desire. Delivering a distinguished hospitality experience, Hotel Carmichael is the perfect destination for the discerning guest. The hotel is situated in the heart of Carmel and on the Monon Trail. Located next to The Palladium, the hotel has dining, refined meeting spaces and thoughtful details such as daily live music. 

Organization Day - the official first day of session, where the Indiana General Assembly “organizes” for the upcoming legislative session, can veto legislation from the prior session, and starts the ability to conduct business. Somewhat ceremonial in nature, it is usually a pretty low-key day with very little drama. However, Organization Day 2020 in the midst of COVID, was anything but quiet.
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As expected, the House formally re-elected State Representative Todd Huston (R-Fishers) as Speaker of the House. As a reminder, Speaker Huston became speaker at the end of the 2020 legislative session when Brian Bosma announced his retirement and gave up his leadership position. Similarly, State Senator Rod Bray (R-Martinsville) was also re-elected as Senate President Pro Tempore.

Speaker Huston outlined what he felt were priorities for the next legislative session, which included liability protection from COVID-related lawsuits for schools, higher-education institutions, businesses, and nonprofits; energy recommendations coming from the Energy Task Force which is wrapping up work later this week; and pledged to work with law enforcement and the black caucus to foster better relationships with the police. Newly-elected Senate Minority Leader Greg Taylor (D-Indianapolis) outlined some of his priorities for 2021 – including improving relationships between the police and black community, investments in broadband, and school accountability waivers in light of the pandemic. President Pro Tempore Rod Bray committed to a balanced budget that funds schools, liability protection, redistricting, increasing health care costs, and broadband access.

Two resolutions were filed today – one from State Representative Matt Pierce (D-Bloomington) to change House rules to require a face mask/covering while in the chamber, hall, or room when official House business is being conducted. After much debate, the motion failed along party lines. Another resolution, authored by State Representative Curt Nisly (R-Goshen), which would end the public health emergency as “Hoosiers have been educated and informed on how to properly protect themselves and their families from COVID-19.” This resolution was never called down by the Speaker for discussion or a vote.

The House and Senate also voted to make some changes to procedural rules for the upcoming session, including allowing for electronic distribution and signatures on various filings (to help with minimal contact and efficiency). A rule was also passed that would allow for the legislature to have more than three consecutive days off, in light of the health care pandemic. In addition a rule was passed that would place a ten bill limit for individual Senators. House members already have a ten bill limit during budget sessions.

COVID-19 was really the theme of the one-day session, which was evident by most of the members of the Indiana General Assembly wearing masks, social distancing, and plexiglass divisions. There was even an “old school” verbal roll call vote in the House. But at the end of the day, it was a reminder to all Hoosiers that COVID-19 does not discriminate, as State Representative Robin Shackleford (D-Indianapolis) announced that she had been exposed to COVID-19 from her sister who tested positive today.

In addition, Governor Eric Holcomb announced that he and First Lady Janet Holcomb were going into quarantine after a member of his security detail also tested positive today.

As a reminder, the legislative session will start January 4, 2021. And while it is a long session and statutorily must end by April 29th, there is a strong likelihood due to the pandemic that we may end up in special session.

​QB Darla Hall is the owner of Witty Publications. She creates story, activity & coloring books for causes, general education, and corporations. She hosts zoom or in-person Kidz Biz Entrepreneurship workshops. Www.wittypubs.com
 
QB Darla is also a public speaker and offers workshops on positive mindset, teamwork, social media, and sales/productivity. She is the author of Matters of a Positive Mindset Workbook & Action Guide, available on Amazon. She provides free motivational content on her social media accounts. Www.qbdarla.com
 
OneZone members will receive a 20% discount on any workshop or speaking engagement from now through December, 2020. Call QB Darla at 205-383-7005. 

The Travel Agent, Inc., is celebrating their forty-one year anniversary this fall! Started by Dallas and Joann Moorhead, their son, Mark Moorhead, has taken the reigns for the last several years.

Although the world looks a little different now, they are still helping their clients plan customized domestic and international trips.  The Travel Agent, Inc., promotes their success to the relationship they have with their clients and their preferred vendors. The advisors have pride in what they do and are great at assisting their clients in creating a customized trip each time! The Travel Agent wants to be more than your booking agent. Their process includes a one on one meeting to get to know you and your travel styles.

If you are looking to set up a meeting with an advisor please give them a call at 317-846-9619 or fill out our online form: https://thetravelagentinc.com/contact/. 
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Not ready to travel yet? You can sign up for their free DASH Club newsletter to receive more information about what The Travel Agent is up too: https://thetravelagentinc.com/dash-club/!
 

As new OneZone members we wanted to introduce ourselves, share about our roles with Indiana Wesleyan University, and offer the opportunity to tell us your story! In the current economic climate, we are seeing how critical it is to invest in relationships by sharing our stories, and we also realize many organizations are in the unsettling process of evaluating their own path forward. Higher education is no exception!

IWU is a private Christian university (based in Marion, IN) with a proud history of integrating faith and leadership into our degree programs for over 100 years. And we were innovative leaders in bringing degrees to working adults right here in Indianapolis nearly 25 years ago. Our Indianapolis North Center, located in the Lakefront at Keystone Office Park (formerly The Precedent), was built in 1997 to serve in bringing IWU degrees to central Indiana and to establish a place to develop community partnerships.

Our 50,000 square-foot facility offers a safe and welcoming environment ideal for professional conferences, training sessions, or leadership team gatherings. IWU’s Indy North Center serves as a conference center for our office park neighbors and over 120 businesses headquartered across the region and the country, but COVID-19 drastically disrupted our business model this year like it did for so many other organizations!

Within our roles as the Conferencing Services Team at Indy North, we recognize the way we had been doing in-person events has changed for everybody – and some changes are likely permanent. Between safety protocols, government mandates on meeting restrictions, budget constraints, and the convenience of virtual platforms, many organizations have eliminated physical meetings for the remainder of 2020. Those who are able to resume meeting have re-formatted their meetings to fit within the current restrictions. We have appreciated all of the insight our clients and industry leaders have been sharing with us and we are doing our best to plan for the future.
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We are encouraged by the opportunities in front of us to reimagine how local partnerships can help us grow as an institution and to provide valuable services to our community. Whether it is by availability of our educational opportunities, or opening our buildings to those around us, IWU is looking forward to the future of business!

BIBIBOP Asian Grill will open the first of two Indianapolis-area locations this Thursday, September 17th, at 365 W 116th Street in Carmel. Since opening their first location in 2013, BIBIBOP has been sharing healthy & affordable Asian food along with a message of well-being throughout the country. The new Carmel - The Bridges location will be the 42nd for BIBIBOP, joining locations in California, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Ohio, and Washington D.C.

“The BIBIBOP Asian Grill concept has performed very well with consumers, as demonstrated by our steady growth through the years,” said founder Charley Shin. “As we’ve expanded, we have never lost sight of our commitment to bringing our signature ‘WELL BEING’ to all of the communities we serve by strengthening our neighbors and enriching the lives of our team members.”  At BIBIBOP, guests build their own bowl filled with the fresh and healthy ingredients they want- ingredients like USDA steak or antibiotic-free chicken, fresh vegetables, rice, potatoes, and bold and flavorful sauces like sweet and tangy Yum Yum or a spicy Korean favorite, Gochujang. BIBIBOP’s customizable bowls allow guests to create gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan-friendly meals that align with their lifestyle.

BIBIBOP Carmel – The Bridges will officially open with a ribbon-cutting the morning of the 17th and will offer in-person, online, curbside, and delivery orders throughout the day. BIBIBOP will mark the opening with a safe but fun celebration that will include special gifts, prizes, and samples. Guests who use the BIBIBOP Rewards App at the new Carmel – The Bridges location through opening weekend will also earn a free BOGO Bowl offer that can be redeemed starting September 22nd.

For the latest information and updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/BIBIBOPCarmel/
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BIBIBOP will open a second location, in Fishers, this October.

Goodbye Summer. Hello Fall & Winter holiday celebrations!!!! Plan your family or business socially distanced celebration with Cambria Hotel Westfield & receive discounted guest rooms for out-of-town family & staff! Banquet rooms available to host 20-100+
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Space is filling up quickly so be sure to call Robin at (317) 763-1952 to make group reservations TODAY!

​Immersaf Media uses 3D imaging, virtual reality, and 360 photography to create immersive experiences for marketing, education, and the AEC industry. We create digital twins of physical locations so potential customers and clients can virtually “walk through” your showroom, event space, senior living community, or any other space.

An interactive virtual tour allows businesses to show off their space while cutting down on physical traffic. This can help pre-qualify clients or even save lives in the case of senior living communities in our current COVID-19 world.

Digital twins also bring students and trainees to locations that are too far away or to dangerous to visit in person while providing interactivity like timed quizzes, videos, and narration.

The digital assets created with the digital twin are accurate to scale to within 1%. They are ideal for replacing measurements and thousands of photos when producing as-builts for construction. 3D CAD and point cloud files can be quickly generated to speed up the bid process. At the same time, the high resolution 360 imagery can allow inspectors to catch any mistakes early and from anywhere in the world. These digital assets can also be handed down to facilities management teams providing valuable documentation after construction is complete.

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Contact us to discuss your project and get a free quote: matt@immersaf.com or 317-603-6363

 OneZone is excited to announce a new partnership with Bankable. This partnership will bring more awareness to a safe capital alternative for businesses that are not yet ready or able to qualify for traditional financing options.  In addition to awareness, Bankable and OneZone’s new partnership will streamline the process in which a small business can get connected to Bankable and apply for a capital solution.

OneZone is an advocate for its members by helping them reach beyond municipal boundaries, connect with other businesses, and take advantage of resources for their business. This partnership will create yet another meaningful resource to support OneZone members and the small business community.  Jack Russell, President at OneZone, shares, “We are excited to partner with Bankable to provide our members with a resource to help grow their business. Bankable is a key part of our new small business hub and we believe that this partnership will add another piece of value to being a member of OneZone.”

Beyond lending, Bankable’s GrowthReady program can offer many free services to borrowers that range from basic website design to business coaching in order to help them reach their goals, grow, and become “bankable”. Adam Hoeksema, Executive Director at Bankable, states “we believe that this partnership will allow both organizations to accelerate our support of small businesses during a time when entrepreneurs need every resource that we can pull together.  Together we hope to help more entrepreneurs get back to business and begin to thrive again.”

Bankable offers affordable loans up to $250,000 by working with clients who are in need of capital that are presently unable to secure funds from a traditional bank. There are no hidden fees, flat monthly payments, and a simple application process. For a small business to get started, all they have to do is fill out an ​application​, contact our team at (765)-356-9100 or ​loans@bankable.org​, or learn more at ​www.bankable.org​. 

FORUM Educator Grants Now Open​

​The FORUM Credit Union Foundation awards $25,000 to support area classrooms annually and the application is now open for the 2020-2021 academic year. Educators and administrators in Marion, Hamilton, Johnson, Boone, Hendricks and Hancock counties are encouraged to apply. Grants may be used for any direct classroom expenses, including, but not limited to, supplies needed to fund a project for the classroom, basic supplies the classroom may be lacking, supplemental items to enhance classroom learning or an experience to enhance classroom learning. 

New for 2020, grants may be submitted for items specifically related to materials needed to teach effectively in a virtual environment.

​The FORUM Foundation has awarded over $150,000 to local classrooms since 2014. Learn more and apply today. https://www.forumcu.com/foundation/grants  

Here are some links that are helpful for small businesses to take some simple steps to protect themselves, especially but not limited to work from home and remote work settings!
 
“Cyber Safe” Infographic
https://www.revealrisk.com/staying-cyber-safe-infographic/
 
Remote / Virtual Work Checklist
https://www.revealrisk.com/remote-virtual-work-cyber-security-health-check/
 
Internet Safety for Kids
https://www.revealrisk.com/internet-saftey-for-kids/

Mobile reCell provides value recovery solutions for enterprises looking to extract the most value from their mobile technology investments. Through our proprietary software, our clients are able to effortlessly manage the sale of their corporate-owned mobile devices.
 
Mobile reCell provides value recovery consultation at NO COST in order to assess your enterprise's needs. Our business is enabling your company with simplified enterprise-grade solutions for mobile device value recovery and end lifecycle support

As restaurants begin the process of re-opening, its important they assure their customers their safety is paramount. Single use menus have been suggested by state officials to help minimize the spread of COVID-19.
Van Ausdall & Farrar can provide inexpensive single use menus in short order thanks to our Document Solutions Center. Whether its printing from a digital file or making copies from an existing menu, we can help! Contact me today with menu details to review pricing.

Christopher Riffel, Document Solutions Consultant
criffel@vanausdall.com

During summer, we traditionally encourage parents to guard against the summer slide, in which children lose 2-3 months of the previous year’s math learning during the long summer break. But this is hardly a traditional year.
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Currently, more than 50 million U.S. families are already fighting what educators are calling the “COVID slide” — the learning loss that results from students being shut out of school for an extended period of time during the pandemic. 

To beat the slide Mathnasium has come up with a solution- Mathnasium@home. We recommend Mathnasium@home, so students can continue to make up lost ground, avoid the learning loss that typically comes with summer break, or get ahead for the next academic year. While teachers are worried about students falling behind, Mathnasium@home is here to help tackle this crisis.

Mathnasium of fishers is getting ready for the grand opening and offering free enrollment and free trial sessions. With the flexibility to learn math both in-center and online, Mathnasium is more accessible than ever before. Call now @317-733-5000 or visit us at mathnasium.com/fishers to find out more.  

NextGear Capital has been a part of the Carmel community since 2013 after a successful merger between Dealer Services Corporation (DSC) and Manheim Automotive Financial Services. The company employs over 900 team members and is the country’s leading provider of floor plans to independent dealers. A floor plan offers automotive dealers flexible and customizable lines of credit to acquire inventory for their dealership. Unlike taking out a loan from a traditional bank, a floor plan is a revolving line of credit that a dealer can utilize for the life of their business. NextGear Capital supports more than 23,000 dealers with financing while also giving them access to tools like Account Portal which helps them easily manage their day-to-day business.
 
While NextGear Capital is focused on investing in its dealers, it also believes in giving back to the local community. Because of this, team members have been active in volunteering for organizations like Habitat for Humanity and local food pantries. Every year, the company hosts a “No Excuses Month” in conjunction with their parent company, Cox Automotive, where team members are encouraged to volunteer throughout their communities. Some of the activities included annually are a Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics, hands on activities with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful and a company-wide blood drive for the Versiti Blood Center of Indiana.
 
During the recent COVID-19 pandemic, NextGear Capital team members further stepped up by making over 100 masks for family members, friends and neighbors. The company also made a $25,000 donation from the James F. Cox Foundation to Gleaners Food Pantry to support local families in need during the pandemic.
 
It’s no surprise that several of its dealers are also active in local nonprofit organizations in their communities like Military MOMS of Fort Jackson and 33 for Charity. NextGear Capital knows that by investing in its dealers, they’re also able to make in impact in the communities that their clients operate in.
 
As a part of Cox Automotive, the company prides itself on being committed to diversity and creating an inclusive workforce through its Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s). Some of these include PRIDE, Mosaic and Women with Drive, all whose missions include creating a supporting and authentic work environment for groups and individuals who face discrimination throughout society. It also encourages the ideas of young people through internships available throughout the organization.
 
To find out more about NextGear Capital and how it gives back to the local community, you can follow them on Facebook or visit www.nextgearcapital.com.

Online Tool Assesses Senior Care Options
 
Are you concerned about your loved one as he or she gets older? Are you thinking your situation isn’t ideal right now or might not be in the future, but you don’t know what senior care options are available?
 
CarDon & Associates provides residents with the best senior living options and personalized care, and they are now offering a free and anonymous online survey to help individuals answer the question: Is it time to get help?
 
CarDon is the only senior living company in Indiana using this 23-question, five-minute online assessment tool from Roobrik, a platform combining decision science and user-friendly technology to help older adults and their families make informed decisions about the future.
 
You can check out the care assessment at https://cardon.us/roobrik/.
 
The assessment leads people through a logical progression of questions to make them comfortable and feel heard while pulling out valuable information. It meets people where they are in the decision-making process, engaging older adults and families who are unsure about senior care options, helping them learn more about their or their loved one’s needs and which options are the best fit.
 
When you are done taking the personalized quiz, you receive a free Care Fit Report, which includes the following:

• A first-person narrative of your story, in your own words, to create better understanding.
• A Care Needs Score.
• A short summary of the most beneficial care environment(s) and what the individual’s needs might be, including routine activities, medications, daily self-care, memory and health care.

 
The Care Fit Report also makes recommendations about the best living options, including in-home care and senior living communities where independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care are offered.
 
Depending on your comfort and readiness to take the next step, you can decide whether or not you want to be contacted by one of CarDon’s care specialists — or you can keep it completely anonymous.
 
The Roobrik online tool should be used for education and information gathering, not as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The CarDon specialists can help steer you in the right direction when it comes to talking to your family and professional care providers about moving forward.
 
With 20 communities owned, operated or managed in the Midwest, CarDon has plenty of senior living options, offering independent living and assisted living as well as rehabilitation, long-term care and memory care.
 
Choosing senior living is a big step, and CarDon & Associates helps offer the right care in the right place with the right support. Start today by taking the survey at: https://cardon.us/roobrik/.

Does you company website need an upgrade? Imavex is a privately held company located in Fishers. Imavex  consists of creative and multi-talented web designers and web developers. We provide a wide range of services including responsive web design, web development, web hosting, and consulting. Imavex offers customer-oriented services and delivers creative and effective results. For over 19 years, we have been a proven leader in Web Design & Development services. We help to make your business STAND OUT on the internet. 

We are offering a free consultation, as well as 15% off website build-outs for OneZone members. For more information please contact us at: 

www.imavex.com
nash@imavex.com
317.774.7460 ext. 120

Is the cost of refreshing your business website or social media presence preventing you from gaining new customers? As an Indianapolis small business, we understand that your bottom line is more crucial than ever. That’s why we’ve launched Simply by PLAID—a new line of marketing products designed with you in mind. With an on-demand catalogue of digital solutions at affordable, straight-forward rates, Simply delivers agency results to your independent company, fast. 
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Our complete line of website packages is available now—with digital ad, social media and graphic design offerings already in development. Check out what Simply can do for you today. Simplybyplaid.com 

Election Recap
 
Every year, I make my way to the Hamilton County Courthouse to get the latest information on the election results. However this year, due to COVID-19 I got to sit at the Hamilton County Fair Grounds. It was a different atmosphere, but thanks to the clerk’s office the technology was effective and quick. I was stunned to find out that there were over 37,000 mail-in ballots this year. Below are some results of importance to the Hamilton County business community:
 
On the federal side, with Congresswoman Susan Brooks retiring her House seat, Republican and State Senator Victoria Spartz won the primary with 40% of the vote in a very crowded field of candidates. On the democratic side, former state representative and candidate for Lieutenant Governor, Christina Hale won her primary. This will setup an interesting November election, with a huge media focus and likely significant national dollars pouring into each campaign.
 
At the state level, both Representative Tony Cook and Senator John Ruckelshaus won their respective primaries. Representatives Donna Schaibley, Chuck Goodrich, Jerry Torr, and Speaker of the House Todd Huston did not have primary opponents. The open seat for House District 88 (held by former Speaker of the House Brian Bosma) was won by attorney Chris Jeter won the District 88 race. The District 20 Senate Race formerly held by Victoria Spartz was won by businessman Scott Baldwin.
 
Local races around the county included the county commissioner and council at-large races. Current County Commissioner Steve Dillinger won his race on Tuesday. There will be some new faces on the council in 2021. The County Council At-Large race winners included Sue Maki, Steve Nation, and Brad Beaver. Both Maki and Nation will be new to the council. Below are the percentages for this race:
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• 15.09% BRANDON (BRAD) BEAVER
• 8.14% LYNEEN BURROW
• 13.90% JOHN DITSLEAR
• 11.08% JEFF HERN
• 17.99% SUE MAKI
• 11.18% RALPH F. (RICK) McKINNEY
• 14.96% STEVEN R NATION
• 7.66% TONY SCOTT

 
As we head into the November general election, keep a lookout for events, information, and more on federal, state, and local races. Finally, remember to mark your calendars for Tuesday, November 3rd – voting is the way you can ensure that your vote is heard!

101 Beer Kitchen is a family-owned restaurant in located at The Yard District in Fishers, IN.  The newest location of this chef-driven gastropub opened in December of 2019 and was recently featured on “Indy Style”, WISH-13.  101 Beer Kitchen is currently offering dine-in, curbside, and delivery options for guests. The menu, created by chef-owner Thad Kittrell, is seasonal & creative but with comfortable favorites complemented by a large carefully curated beer, wine & handcrafted cocktail selection.

We have made the updates to our process that exceed federal, state, and local guidelines for preventing COVID-19 spread. Guests can read all about our updates and what to expect from their 101 service experience at https://www.101beerkitchen.com/new-events/fishers-re-opening-week. The goal is to keep guests and team members as safe as possible, while making it feel as if nothing has changed. To view our seasonal chef-driven menu, visit our website at 101beerkitchen.com. Stay up to date with specials, offerings & news on Facebook and Instagram @101beerkitchenindy.

​Click here to view our menu
Click here to to make a reservation or order online

EMC CPR & Safety Training, LLC: Established in 2010, we look to provide education & training that empower others to respond in an emergency situation. In addition, we provide the sale of products which support lifesaving measures and offer personal protection to employees in the workplace.
 
Currently, our highlighted products/services are KN95 masks, liquid hand sanitizer (1 gallon containers, remote CPR training and AEDs.
 
As we reemerge from the COVID-19 shutdown, it’s important to remember that we cannot let our guard down when it comes to infection control. EMC has sourced a variety of personal protection equipment to offer to the community. Our inventory includes KN95 masks and hand sanitizer, among other items. Obtaining the proper products can be difficult when global supplies are low and quality control issues are on the rise. We have removed the guesswork from this daunting task and offer a streamlined process to secure the safety supplies needed to keep your workplace protected.
 
While we are mostly focused on how to safely reopen our businesses, it’s crucial to create or maintain a cardiac emergency response plan for your workspace. In addition to our standard onsite CPR and First Aid trainings, EMC now offers a new remote training process, which makes getting certified easier than ever. We provide the necessary equipment; you take the online class and we meet virtually for your skills assessment. When all is successfully executed and completed, you’ll be issued a certification card valid for two years.
 
 
For information on our services and products, please contact us at:
E: info@emccprtraining.com
P: 317-383-0247
W: www.emccprtraining.com

Love cake?  Love cupcakes?  Eats by Chef Mel offers specialty cakes and cupcakes for all occasions: birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, client gifts and employee appreciations, or just because it’s Thursday and you want CAKE!  With so many cake flavors and decorations available, Chef Mel can tailor your cake or cupcakes to reflect your special moment.
 
If you’re looking to reconnect with your clients or want to show your staff some love, Eats by Chef Mel has a few options with Client ThankYou packaging and the Corporate Cupcake Club.  Make someone’s day a little sweeter with high-quality products they’re sure to remember.

During the current crisis situation, Eats by Chef Mel is offering a “COVID-19% Off" special on all cupcakes for your favorite Essential Worker.  Delivery and thank you note included.  For more information please visit eatsbychefmel.com/cupcake-sale.
 
We are on the social media pages too.  Please check us out on Instagram @eats_bychefmel, on Facebook @eatsbychefmel and on LinkedIn @eatsbychefmel.
 
Website: www.eatsbychefmel.com
Email: mel@eatsbychefmel.com
Phone: 317.763.2401

What if you could save a person from contracting this devastating virus, would you do it? We have a new product that will help combat the virus. What is your organization doing to keep your employees and visitors informed and protected against this daunting virus? This Digital Signage Kiosk allows for a cloud based software with an automatic hand sanitizer dispenser built in. You can create your message template utilizing text, pictures, video and news tickers on the 21.5 inch display 24/7. For a complimentary assessment contact :
 
Steve Andrews
ADAMS REMCO
Phone:  317-295-4430 
Email:  stevea@adamsremco.com
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F.C. Tucker is a century old real estate company reemerged in the commercial real estate world. FC Tucker’s original commercial division was sold back in 1997 and we are the first established commercial division since. Our mission is to uphold the rich history of the number one real estate company in Indiana, in turn, creating the number one commercial team in the state. We facilitate buyers and tenants in finding the perfect space for your needs. We also use multiple listing platforms to make sure sellers and landlords' properties are seen by as many potential buyers and investors as possible, ensuring your properties are sold in a timely manner. We cover all types of properties from retail, office, industrial, or even agricultural. Whatever your commercial needs are, we are a full service real estate team dedicated to you and your needs.
 
For more information or inquiries, contact:
Matt Heiligstedt
(317) 712-1651
matt.heiligstedt@talktotucker.com
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Medi-Weightloss would like to provide a free download of the spring edition of Medi-Living.  This is a special digital issue with valuable information about staying healthy during the pandemic.  Topics include:

• Immune health and its importance during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Immune-boosting nutrition tips and recipes
• Information on the "Quarantine 15" and tips to prevent it
• Tips for working out at home 
• Tips for daily self-care
• Featured Medi-Weightloss success stories with a link to watch testimonial videos and more...

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(Carmel and Fishers, Ind., May 19, 2020) – OneZone, the Chamber of Commerce for Fishers and Carmel, Ind., and Ascend Indiana, the talent and workforce development initiative of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership, are announcing a collaboration to help college students find jobs – and employers to find talent – during these challenging times.  

OneZone is offering their employer members an opportunity to join the Ascend Network, a software platform and team of recruiters that connect students and recent graduates with an associate degree, bachelor’s degree or certificate to Indiana jobs and internships.  

“Hamilton County remains a great place to work, and as employers prepare for the impending workforce recovery, we want to make sure they have all the tools necessary to meet their employment needs, and that includes having available early-in-career talent. Our member, Ascend Indiana, is helping us to do that,” said Jack Russell, interim president, OneZone. 

To participate, OneZone members can submit information through a short form on the OneZone website: onezonecommerce.com. Employers will then be connected to Ascend to begin the process of sharing their open jobs and internships with students and recent graduates. 
“While employers and students are facing unprecedented challenges, the Ascend Network is a unique approach to aligning talent with opportunities in the region, now and in the future,” said Jason Kloth, president and CEO, Ascend Indiana. “Students from 27 Indiana higher education institutions have joined the Network, and they have submitted 13,000 applications to employers for open positions.” 

OneZone is hoping to register more than 25 employer members by the end of the year. 

TCU: We’re Here for You

A philosophy of “people helping people” is at the heart of our mission — and Teachers Credit Union stands ready to support those affected by the widespread disruption caused by the coronavirus.
 
We’ve put together financial relief measures for members who have been laid off or otherwise seen a loss in income. If you would like additional information, please contact TCU Business Services at (574) 344-4294 or by email at BusinesseServices@tcunet.com.
 

• A 90-Day Member Assistance Loan
• Loan Payment Deferment Assistance
• Delinquent Loan Collection Solutions to support members who may fall behind on loan payments during the outbreak
• Waiver of early withdrawal penalty on Certificates
• A 90-Day Mortgage Relief Measure 
• Payment Deferment Assistance for Credit Cards, and Home Equity/Personal Lines of Credit

 
“There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to determining which programs suit a small business,” said TCU Vice President of Business Services Anne Feferman. “It’s important that we work together with our business members to ensure they receive support tailored to their needs in navigating these unprecedented times.”

TCU remains focused on ensuring members make the most of available programs to withstand the stalled economic activity.
 
“We believe that no business should be ruined by the economic disruption caused by the coronavirus,” Feferman said. “TCU was founded in 1931, during the Great Depression, on a philosophy of ‘people helping people’ and that remains our primary mission.
 
Find out more about the relief measures TCU offers here: www.tcunet.com/Coronavirus-Update
 
Founded in 1931, Teachers Credit Union has grown into Indiana’s largest credit union with 54 locations and more than 300,000 members. As a cooperative bank, TCU’s profits benefit members directly in the form of better rates on loans and deposits, and generous rewards programs. TCU is also part of the CO-OP Shared Branch Network, offering members access to services at more than 5,600 credit union locations nationwide.

​Tried & True Alehouse & Family Eatery is a locally owned, family ran restaurant.  We pride ourselves on Scratch Made Food. Our second location at 4825 E. 96th Street has been open since January of 2019.   We are currently operating as all other restaurants are during this crazy time.  We are open for Curbside Carryout business Monday through Saturday 12:00pm – 8:00pm. 

​We are offering a limited menu at this time which includes Family Pack Heat & Serve Meals, as well as Individual Box Meals.  We are also selling and filling growlers of our draft beer selection, most of which are locally brewed.  One of our feature items is our highly popular Brussel Sprouts, we have that packaged as a Take Home DIY Kit.  To see our current menu please visit our website at www.triedandtruealehouse.com.  Please follow us on Facebook @triedandtrueindy and Instagram @triedandtrueindy for updates. 

Click here to see their menu

Guiding Principles: Value-Based Marketing and Diagnostic Selling
We implement this by insisting that we always provide the user with something of true stand-alone value before we ever attempt to move forward with any sales-like gesture. The key here is to make sure the value-offer is truly beneficial to the consumer without any further engagement. This approach seems counter-intuitive to some, but there's a reason this methodology consistently produces two, three, and four times the average return on ad spend across campaigns worldwide.

Creating True "Stand-Alone" Value
Duckworth Design is a web design & development agency with a general love for digital marketing and online advertising. We are strongly guided by the principles of value-based marketing and diagnostic discovery before prescriptive selling. These ethical advertising methods are used within ours and our clients' websites and digital marketing campaigns.

Why Value Always Wins
The reason is a bit of a cliche: people really do buy from people they know, like, and trust. What creates more familiarity, likability, and trustworthiness at the very beginning of an advertisement? A campaign from a computer-repair company that only ever brags about being "The Best/Cheapest in Town" or a campaign from that same company with a downloadable PDF that gives you "12 Things to Check Before You Get Your Computer Serviced or Repaired." Our vote is in. Value always wins.

​Why We Should Be Focusing on Creating Value in Our Advertising
​This guiding principle is becoming more crucial than ever. Selling ethically and working to properly aid and serve your potential customers before money ever enters the conversation will create room for more loyal, engaged, and satisfied clientele. So when you're marketing and having sales conversations during this global crisis, practice empathy and aim first to help the other person. Help them discover if they need your product or service. If not, assist them by pointing them in the direction of other resources, people, or ideas that can ultimately end their struggle—market how you'd like to be marketed to. Sell how you'd like to be sold to.
 
If you'd like to schedule a sales-free discovery call, please click here.
 
Luke Duckworth
www.duckworth.design

Indiana Small Business Development Center and Butler University have announced a series of free business counseling sessions for business owners via Butler’s Center for Business Excellence.
Housed in the Butler University Lacy School of Business, the Old National Bank Center for Business Excellence is committed to helping privately owned companies achieve their goals. The Center’s accredited partners – area CPAs, attorneys and other advisors – are teaming up to offer free counseling on a variety of topics throughout the month of May.

Here is the May calendar of free counseling events that are free to business owners to attend. Simply click the "Get Zoom Details" link. Following a short event registration, you will be provided a Zoom invitation to join the session. Pop in to ask a question or linger for the entire session. The intent is to provide companies access to experts in their respective fields.

Furthermore, ISBDC business advisors are continuing to talk with clients and are available to provide business coaching services. Contact the Central Indiana SBDC staff to schedule your personal business counseling session.

We are offering to OneZone members the ability to purchase PPE and other materials as we transition to reopening.

 For more information contact Brad Battin​ at  317-441-8659​ or email sales@battinwoodruff.com. There is also an order for below to see the products. 
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​Click here to see the Order Form

Clinicians at Aspire Indiana Health were hearing from the community that it has been difficult for truck drivers to get annual physicals needed for their Commercial Driver's License during the COVID-19 Shelter-in-Place order. Physical exams may be considered a non-essential medical appointment by some family physicians. Recognizing that truck drivers are essential workers and among our pandemic heroes, Aspire's Primary Care clinics want to make CDL renewal easier to accomplish.

Aspire's Carmel clinic is located at 679 Pro-Med Lane, just off Meridian/SR31. Their Lebanon clinic at 1600 West Main Street is located conveniently off of I65 and SR32. Both locations are prepared to make face-to-face appointments for physicals. They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance. Call the direct line for the location nearest you to arrange an appointment:  Carmel - 317-574-0055, Lebanon - 765-482-7100. 

At The Hot Room, we believe life is too short to be stressed, out of shape, and uninspired. We've curated the most powerful yoga and pilates classes so you can jumpstart your most powerful life. You can stop feeling stuck and instead access the highest version of YOU! 
 
When we closed our doors in response to COVID-19, we immediately created the virtual studio. Over the past month, we've watched our virtual studio community grow into hundreds and hundreds of individuals from around the world taking control of their health daily.  

People start a yoga practice for many reasons: flexibility, strength, weight loss, stress reduction, or simply to try something new. The bottom line is, even after one yoga class, you’ll start feeling more confident and healthier inside and out. 

We are working around the clock to support you with feeling your best and are offering a free week virtual pass to help you stay healthy and strong. If you have not had the opportunity to join us, now is the time. Let's stay connected! ​

Jumpstart your most powerful life and claim your virtual free week: thehotroom.com/virtual-studio  

During this unprecedented time, Anderson University has worked toward accommodating the needs of employees and employers by moving to online learning platforms, flexible scheduling, virtual tours and resource guides, and the ability to meet with administrators, faculty, or staff online. 
Although life may feel “out of control”, let us help you take some control over your future by enhancing your workplace skills or the skills or your employees.  What do you want to do next?  Where do you want to go in the future?  Anderson University can provide the next steps and help you and/or your organization get there.
 
Ways Anderson University is helping to recover from the pandemic:
Reduced Tuition Rates for Adult Students 
Offering online and accelerated learning options to get you to your goals quickly
Offering learning opportunities for all levels of adult students

• Associate and Bachelors degrees
• Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
• Doctoral of Business Administration (DBA)

• Transition to Teaching- post baccalaureate
• Accelerated BA in Nursing-post baccalaureate

 
Check this out!
You Can. Go Back grants from the State of Indiana
Extended FAFSA filing deadlines

Without Borders Boutique: We offer unique, quality, affordable, and fashionable boutique clothing and accessories in sizes small through plus.

Shop in person by appointment in Atlanta, IN. Shop online at www.withoutbordersboutique.com We are the Beeler family and have been in business since 2015. Our whole family participates in making our little operation a success! 

We are currently offering PRIVATE shopping appointments at our BARNTIQUE! HOW FUN?! How does this work? You message me via facebook, email (withoutbordersboutique@gmail.com) or call/text 317.503.9617 and set up your time to come enjoy a private, stress-free, CLEAN & SANITIZED experience. I’m allowing plenty of time between appointments to be able to clean.
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9am-9pm 7 days/week!
F R E E SHIPPING & Local Delivery also! 

Please be sure to join our amazing facebook community at: www.facebook.com/groups/withoutborders1