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2 days ago
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VCSC to host public input sessions on education in Vigo County
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The Vigo County School Corporation, in partnership with the See You in Terre Haute Community Plan and the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting Community Listening Sessions for the public to provide input on how to shape the future of education in Vigo County. According to the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce, these sessions are designed to gather public input as the school corporation considers recommendations related to the number of public schools needed to effectively serve the community. See You in Terre Haute Community Plan unveiled 'A core objective of the See You in Terre Haute Community Plan is to support and encourage population growth in our region. Since the plan's launch in 2019, a dedicated group of stakeholders has worked collaboratively to address key community needs. Given this long-standing commitment and broad community engagement, it is a natural fit for the Community Plan to partner with the VCSC in facilitating this important dialogue,' said the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. The Community Listening Sessions will be held at the Terre Haute Convention Center on Thursday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 14, at 9 a.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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5 days ago
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Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce to hold 112th Annual Meeting
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce will hold its 112th Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 21, at the Terre Haute Convention Center from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The chamber of commerce said the event will bring together West Central Indiana businesses and community members to celebrate the past year's accomplishments and achievements. They said the annual meeting will also be a platform to highlight progress, unveil future initiatives and continue momentum across the business community. Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce honors businesses and individuals 'This year's theme, 'A Collective Vision Forward,' emphasizes the shared commitmentof the Chamber and its members to build a stronger, more vibrant regional economythrough collaboration and innovation,' said the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. The chamber will also announce its annual awards, which include the Building Business Award, the Leading Tomorrow Award and the Building Community Award. They will also recognize the 12 Under 40 nominees. If you want to nominate someone, you can do so by going to these links: Building Business Award, Building Community Award and the Leading Tomorrow Award. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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18-04-2025
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Chamber launches 'revamped' leadership academy
The launch of the Leadership Academy of West Central Indiana will usher in a new era of leadership development in the Wabash Valley, the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday at a press conference. The program was founded in 2014 by Rachel Leslie and Susan Turner, who called it the Wabash Valley Leadership Institute and saw 166 graduates. Randolph Brennan Randolph, president of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, introduces the newly revamped Leadership Academy of West Central Indiana on Thursday at the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. The COVID-19 pandemic derailed the program for a while until development of the new Leadership Academy of West Central Indiana was commissioned by the Chamber, with Jennifer Templeton and Amy Demchak of Momentum Consulting Partners recruited to develop new curriculum. 'Since the pandemic, the needs of our community have changed,' said Brennan Randolph, president of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, which is offering three credit hours to those who go through the Academy. 'The reason we are here today is to launch this totally revamped program.' 'The needs of participants have changed,' agreed Jonathan Eilbracht, director of Strategic Programming for the West Central Indiana Partnership. 'Spending a whole week in an immersive program was not what they're looking for today.' Instead, the program will offer one day of training on a monthly basis from September to May at a variety of locations throughout the region. Training will take the form of a variety of learning formats, including case studies, site visits, workshops, seminars and hands-on leadership training. Trainees will enjoy opportunities to network with regional leaders and local and state elected officials and business and community leaders. Templeton said she and Demchak researched for a year what the community needed and looked at other programs offered throughout the state. 'We did it though the lens of the participant and what businesses need to help leaders become more proficient,' she said. What they found, Templeton said, was that businesses wanted, 'First and foremost, soft skills. How do I demonstrate empathy as a leader? How do I motivate people as a leader? How do I effectively delegate to get a team rowing in the same direction? … 'Can I get my team to engage in productive conflict so that we can commit to great ideas and move forward with accountability? Those were the key areas that we heard were needed in this community.' Josh Alsip, vice president of regional engagement with the West Central Indiana Partnership, said this flagship program is based on five pillars — leadership, communication, productive conflict, effective teamwork and critical and strategic thinking. The Chamber will take over the program's day-to-day administration, Eilbracht said. For more information, visit Deadline for applicants is May 15, and those selected to participate will be announced June 15. Tuition is $2,500 for members of any regional Chamber of Commerce or $3,000 for non-members.
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18-04-2025
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Leadership Academy helps develop emerging leaders
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Every organization needs good leaders, and one local group is looking to develop leaders and keep them in the Wabash Valley. The Leadership Academy West Central Indiana program is looking for community members who want to take their professional development to the next level. 'Our community is growing and thriving, and our leaders in the community are looking for emerging leaders that are ready to take the next steps in their career,' said Brennan Randolph, President of Saint-Mary-of-the-Woods College. Terre Haute Convention Center event offers many job opportunities The program was developed by the West Central Indiana Partnership, which is an initiative of the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. Josh Alsip, Vice President of Engagement for the partnership, said this program is for the cream of the crop in the community. 'So, we are really looking for a lot of those premier emerging leaders in West Central Indiana, because the people we're around, again, whether it's in business, non-profit and municipalities, are going to be our peers as we are here now and in the future,' said Alsip. The program will include a robust curriculum that focuses on communication, productive conflict, effective teamwork and critical thinking. 'These are skills that are very important. Whether someone is a leader inside a local business, a manufacturer, or whether they are a leader in a non-profit out there in the community. So, through these five learning pillars that we have identified, we will build out the entire curriculum throughout the year,' said Alsip. Program members will also be able to earn Master of Leadership Development degree credit hours from Saint-Mary-of-the-Woods College. Josh Alsip of Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce wins award from Lieutenant Governor 'We need to be developing our future leaders, and this program will help to do that. And at the same time, be earning graduate credit hours that they can take into one of our graduate programs,' said Randolph. Alsip said this program aims to keep these potential leaders in the West Central Indiana Area. 'We don't want these people who are extremely talented, who can play a vital role in their communities going elsewhere. We want to give them that opportunity here in West Central Indiana,' said Alsip. Applications for the program are now open and will be open until May 15. Professionals, educators, entrepreneurs and anyone with a passion for leadership are encouraged to apply. You can apply by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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07-04-2025
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Registration for Second Cohort of Intern Experience now open
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the second cohort of the Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana, a program designed to connect interns with the people, places, and professional opportunities that make the region a great place to live and work. 'Getting talented young people to feel connected to the community and seeing what our region has to offer is key to retaining a workforce that is vital to our continued positive momentum,' said Kristin Craig, President/CEO of the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. 'The Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana program provides a unique platform for interns to develop professionally while also discovering why West Central Indiana is an excellent place to start and grow their careers.' This eight-week program offers interns a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the West Central Indiana community. Participants will engage in a series of experiences, including networking events with elected officials, community service, social events, and team-building activities. Through these activities, interns will build meaningful connections with peers and business professionals while gaining a deeper understanding of the region's offerings. Daviess County Chamber of Commerce honors local businesses Businesses looking to participate in the program need to enroll their interns by May 9. This initiative is an excellent opportunity for employers to enhance their internship programs, foster talent retention and contribute to the long-term success of the regional workforce. Find more information about registration by visiting the website here, or contact Jonathan Eilbracht at jeilbracht@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
