Geography of Indiana

Lucas Oil Announces Executive Promotions - Morgan Lucas Named Chief Executive Officer, Katie Lucas Promoted to President

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Friday, February 16, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, is pleased to announce the promotion of Morgan Lucas to Chief Executive Officer and Katie Lucas to President. Morgan has served as the company's President since May 2020 and prior to that, he was Senior Vice President of Sales. Katie previously served as Vice President of Strategy and Philanthropy before stepping into the Chief Administrative Officer role in 2022.

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  • Katie previously served as Vice President of Strategy and Philanthropy before stepping into the Chief Administrative Officer role in 2022.
  • Lucas Oil founders Forrest and Charlotte Lucas expressed their excitement and support for the promotions: "Morgan and Katie are dedicated to this company, both growing into exemplary leaders.
  • "These are exciting times for our company, and I am honored to be named CEO as we evolve our brand and vision for Lucas Oil," said Morgan Lucas, CEO of Lucas Oil Products.
  • I am immensely proud to say we are a family-led, American-manufactured and community-focused company," said Katie Lucas, President of Lucas Oil.

Peterman Brothers named winner of BBB Torch Awards for Ethics

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Peterman Brothers, a leading HVAC and plumbing company serving the Greater Indianapolis area, has been recognized with the Commitment to Customers Award for the 2023 Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Central Indiana.

Key Points: 
  • The Torch Awards for Ethics is the most prestigious honor the Better Business Bureau Central Indiana bestows on businesses operating within its service area.
  • Winners must demonstrate a high level of personal character, meet the highest standards of ethics, and build trust with their customers and the community.
  • "As a local family-owned business, we're proud to be honored for putting customers first," said Chad Peterman, president of Peterman Brothers.
  • Founded in 1986, Peterman Brothers provides residential heating, cooling, and plumbing services in the Greater Indianapolis area.

OTAVA Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Two New VPs

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OTAVA®, a global leader in custom and compliant multi-cloud solutions, today announced two vice president (VP) appointments to drive the company's continued advancement, growth, and expansion. Doug Ding has been hired as VP of Operations, and Brian Hoekelman has also joined the company as VP of Product and Business Development.

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  • "OTAVA continues to expand its team of exceptional leaders," said TJ Houske, CEO of OTAVA.
  • We are thrilled to have them join the team to help us further accelerate our growth and success."
  • "The industry is converging around data protection and security and OTAVA sits in this sweet spot," said Hoekelman.
  • Both Ding and Hoekelman have joined the OTAVA leadership team to add expertise and proven success to the company's continued advancement.

Freedom Mortgage Receives National Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom Mortgage, one of the largest full-service, independent mortgage companies and a top Veterans Administration (VA) and Federal Housing Administration (FHA) lender in the U.S., has earned two 2023 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards: Employee Well-Being and Professional Excellence. These designations are issued by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces.

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  • In addition to being identified as a top place to work nationwide, Freedom Mortgage wins in Employee Well-Being and Professional Excellence
    BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom Mortgage , one of the largest full-service, independent mortgage companies and a top Veterans Administration (VA) and Federal Housing Administration (FHA) lender in the U.S., has earned two 2023 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards: Employee Well-Being and Professional Excellence.
  • Freedom Mortgage Receives 2023 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards: Employee Well-Being and Professional Excellence
    Earlier this year, Freedom Mortgage was honored with a Top Workplaces USA Award—the third time since the award's inaugural launch.
  • Additionally, Freedom Mortgage garnered other awards from the Top Workplaces program, including recognition as a Top Workplace in Financial Services and for Professional Development.
  • "We are honored to be recognized with the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award," said Stanley C. Middleman, Freedom Mortgage president and CEO.

Options Medical Weight Loss Announces Rescheduled Grand Opening in Fishers, Indiana

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

FISHERS, Ind., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Options Medical Weight Loss, a leading provider of personalized weight loss programs, is excited to announce the rescheduled Grand Opening of its newest clinic in Fishers, Indiana.

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  • Options Medical Weight Loss, a leading provider of personalized weight loss programs, is excited to announce the rescheduled Grand Opening of its newest clinic in Fishers, Indiana on October 24 at 11am.
  • FISHERS, Ind., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Options Medical Weight Loss, a leading provider of personalized weight loss programs, is excited to announce the rescheduled Grand Opening of its newest clinic in Fishers, Indiana.
  • At Options Medical Weight Loss we support and encourage our patients to a deeper level of health."
  • Options Medical Weight Loss is committed to helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals through safe, effective, and customized weight loss programs.

Watchmen Security and ZeroEyes Announce Strategic Partnership to Increase Indiana Community Safety

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS and PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Watchmen Security, a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions in Central Indiana, and ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced a strategic partnership to advance community safety and security across Indiana.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS and PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Watchmen Security, a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions in Central Indiana, and ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced a strategic partnership to advance community safety and security across Indiana.
  • Austin Smith, CEO of Watchmen Security, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: "ZeroEyes' groundbreaking gun detection technology dramatically changes the conversation around community safety and security from one focused on investigation of incidents after the fact to one centered on prevention.
  • ZeroEyes' AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software is layered on a subscriber's existing digital security cameras.
  • "We applaud Watchmen Security's commitment to creating a safe and secure environment for Indiana businesses and communities," said Mike Lahiff, ZeroEyes co-founder and CEO.

SCTE® International Cable-Tec Games Competitors Announced

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Comcast has the most workers qualified for the Games this year with nine competitors, followed by Charter with five, Cox with three, and Armstrong and Cogeco Cable which each have two.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast has the most workers qualified for the Games this year with nine competitors, followed by Charter with five, Cox with three, and Armstrong and Cogeco Cable which each have two.
  • The International Cable-Tec Games will take place in a new venue at Expo 2023; the Technical Training Theater will make its debut on the show floor.
  • Attendees and exhibitors alike are encouraged to experience the thrill of the International Cable-Tec Games as T³ makes its debut as the place to train, compete, and excel.
  • Over 500 local, state and regional competitors participate to determine who will represent the chapter or region at the International Cable-Tec Games at Expo.

KeyBank Awards Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership with $300,000 Grant to Increase Affordable and Sustainable Housing

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The KeyBank Foundation has awarded Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP) a $300,000 grant to continue its efforts to create or preserve affordable housing opportunities near Indianapolis transit lines as part of the city's first Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) program. Through this program, INHP acquires and holds properties within a half mile of IndyGo's 15-minute frequency routes to give developers time to prepare optimal site plans that will offer affordable housing for families earning low and moderate incomes.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The KeyBank Foundation has awarded Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP) a $300,000 grant to continue its efforts to create or preserve affordable housing opportunities near Indianapolis transit lines as part of the city's first Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) program.
  • Studies show Indianapolis' families spend an average of 46 percent of their income on housing and transportation.
  • "INHP plays a pivotal role in the Indianapolis community connecting people to the necessary resources for affordable housing," said Juan Gonzalez, KeyBank's Central Indiana Market President.
  • This partnership will not only strengthen our community, but it will provide equitable access to jobs, education, healthcare and more."

PLTW Announces Samuel Adams as EVP and Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Project Lead The Way (PLTW), a national nonprofit based in Indianapolis that equips PreK-12 students for a STEM-driven world with teacher-empowered curriculum in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science, announced today that Samuel Adams will join the organization as Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Financial Officer.

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  • Project Lead The Way (PLTW), a national nonprofit based in Indianapolis that equips PreK-12 students for a STEM-driven world with teacher-empowered curriculum in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science, announced today that Samuel Adams will join the organization as Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Financial Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230912465295/en/
    Samuel Adams has joined PLTW as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Sam is a highly accomplished leader with deep experience in financial strategy, operations, and investments.
  • Prior to that, he served as Interim Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Associate Chief Financial Officer, Associate Director for Financial Analysis and Planning, and Assistant Director for Auxiliary Accounting.
  • He will assume the role of EVP and Chief Financial Officer effective Monday, September 18, 2023.

Options Medical Weight Loss™ Brings Cutting-Edge Weight Loss Solutions to Fishers, Indiana

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

FISHERS, Ind., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Options Medical Weight Loss™, an industry leader and provider of medical weight loss solutions, is proud to announce the grand opening of its first Indiana location at 13272 Market Square Dr #103 in Fishers. The opening of this clinic, along with eighteen established locations throughout Florida, Arizona, Ohio, and Illinois represents the company's commitment to reducing the national year-over-year growth of obesity rates through positive life-changing medical weight loss experiences.

Key Points: 
  • Options Medical Weight Loss, an industry leader and provider of medical weight loss solutions, is proud to announce the grand opening of its first Indiana location.
  • The new, state-of-the-art Options Medical Weight Loss Clinic in Fishers will offer a comprehensive range of services to empower and support patients in achieving their weight loss goals.
  • FISHERS, Ind., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Options Medical Weight Loss™, an industry leader and provider of medical weight loss solutions, is proud to announce the grand opening of its first Indiana location at 13272 Market Square Dr #103 in Fishers.
  • - Dr. Katrina Mattingly, Chief Medical Officer, Options Medical Weight Loss
    The new, state-of-the-art Options Medical Weight Loss Clinic in Fishers will offer a comprehensive range of services to empower and support patients in achieving their weight loss goals, including prescription GLP-1 , a semaglutide, one-on-one weight loss coaching , lipotropic fat burning injections , the Options Diet System , and more, all conveniently accessible to Central Indiana residents.