Conexus' Art of Modern Manufacturing exhibit, new talent case study and more.

The Art of Modern Manufacturing exhibit

As Manufacturing Month comes to a close, we are happy to announce that our art exhibit, The Art of Modern Manufacturing: Views through a different lens,” will continue to be available on our website here . This exhibit, created to honor the outsized role manufacturing plays in the Hoosier state, was housed in the AMP at 16 Tech through the month of October.

The exhibit of 16 images is accompanied by an audio tour, featuring insights from Indiana-based photographer Michael Durr who captured the images, as well as author Sandra Cline, who wrote case studies on each company. The experience is hosted by our own Director of Innovation and Digital Transformation, Ryan Henderson, who discussed how people and advanced technology work in harmony to increase productivity.

You can view the video version of the gallery via our website here .

Manufacturing Day 2023: Conexus team members hit the road

Manufacturing Day events have been in full swing around the state and will continue throughout October. We are thankful that so many companies have opened their doors to their communities and even more appreciative that they have welcomed us tagging along. Our team members have provided support – through presentations, networking with community members and setting up booths – and we look forward to attending more events in the next few weeks.

Check out some of the social media posts about the early October events and then check out our map to view upcoming events.

Ball State answers a simple question about talent retention with an innovative plan

Ball State University Director for Industry Engagement Jeff Eads found that while universities have been hopeful that their graduates will stay in Indiana, they have never actually asked them to. By partnering with state officials, Ball State and the State of Indiana came up with an innovative approach to help encourage students to stay in Indiana.

Read the full blog here .

Coming soon: Rising 30 nominations

It’s time to begin thinking about Rising 30 2024! To be celebrated on May 9, 2024, in downtown Indianapolis, this event will recognize 30 advanced manufacturing and logistics professionals under 30.

Interested in nominating someone for the Class of 2024? We will be accepting nominations starting Monday, October 23. This is a great way to recognize rising stars in your organization and get them involved in inspiring the next generation of talent.

Read more about past honorees here and mark your calendars for Oct. 23 to place your nomination.?

Indiana Furniture’s focus on partnerships, internships and a growing young workforce

“Having these two in these kinds of roles proves that we’re not the same old company we used to be.”

Even though Indiana Furniture is over 100 years old, it refuses to act its age. Like other manufacturers across the state, Indiana Furniture is looking for talent. To gain an advantage, the company has made a concerted effort to diversify its staff and bring young people, particularly young women, onto the shop floor through post-secondary programs and internships.

Learn more about Indiana Furniture and what led them to find Taylor Henry and Vivian Galey, who have proven to be great fits for the operation here .