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Business and Beyond with Gerry Dick is a weekly conversation with Indiana leaders in business, politics, sports, entertainment…and beyond. The 30-minute podcast explores the successes, failures and memorable moments that have shaped the lives of high profile, high-performing individuals with a Hoosier connection. Inspirational, informative and sometimes emotional, Business and Beyond is an intimate conversation with well-known guests who share their personal, unfiltered stories and what motivates them in their daily pursuit of success and happiness, personally and professionally.
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- 1 weeks ago31 min
Think Indiana Isn't a Shipping State? Think Again
In this episode, Ports of Indiana CEO Jody Peacock joins Gerry to talk about surging growth across Indiana's three ports, the critical role they play in the state's economy and why Indiana's location gives it a bigger role in global commerce than many Hoosiers realize. Peacock takes us inside the strategy and investments transforming Indiana's port system, the opportunities ahead and why embracing new forms of shipping—including containerized cargo—could be a game changer for Indiana businesses and the broader state economy.
- 2 weeks ago31 min
Purdue in Indy: Building a Stand-Alone Campus with Statewide Impact
Purdue University in Indianapolis is charting a new course—and creating a new model for how a university can connect with a city and its businesses community. In this episode, Vice Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer David Umulis talks about what it means for the university, the city and the state. But Umulis’ own story may be the most remarkable part of the conversation. A first-generation college student, he was just 14 years old when his father lost his business after suffering an injury, forcing David to take on the responsibility of supporting his family. He shares how that experience shaped his life and ultimately his path to higher education. It’s a conversation about Purdue’s future—and the power of education to change a life.
- 3 weeks ago31 min
Jean Wojtowicz: Betting on the Indiana Entrepreneur
For more than 40 years, Jean Wojtowicz has built Cambridge Capital Management into a uniquely Indiana success story. The company has carved out a niche, helping businesses access funding when traditional bank financing may not be the right fit. Cambridge Capital launched in 1983 and has now surpassed $1 billion in funding to more than 2,000 Indiana companies. In this episode, Wojtowicz talks about her entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of Cambridge Capital, and why helping entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed has been so rewarding.
- 4 weeks ago37 min
Nate Spangle: Telling the Stories That Make Indiana Great
In this episode, the creator and host of the popular Get IN podcast provides perspective on his travels crisscrossing the state to tell the stories of interesting, innovative and inspiring Hoosiers. The native of small town Indiana also shares his passion for the state, what’s next for Get IN and his growing platform and why Indiana needs to do a better job of telling its own story.
- Aug 17, 202641 min
IIB Rewind: One-on-One with the Dean, Mike Chappel
As the Indianapolis Colts prepare for another NFL season, we’re going back into the archives for a memorable conversation with legendary Colts beat writer Mike Chappell. He reflects on more than four decades chronicling the Colts—from the franchise’s arrival in Indianapolis and the team’s early struggles to the Peyton Manning era, Super Bowl glory and the generations of players and personalities who helped shape the franchise. This encore episode is a chance to hear one of Indiana’s most respected sportswriters tell the story of the Colts—and the city that grew up alongside them.
- Aug 10, 202630 min
USA Gymnastics CEO Kyle Albrecht on Leadership, Growth and LA 2028
As USA Gymnastics prepares for LA 2028, it is planting deep roots in Indiana with a new headquarters and wellness center in Noblesville, and CEO Kyle Albrecht says it's about much more than bricks and mortar. On this episode, Albrecht explains why USA Gymnastics chose central Indiana, how Indianapolis' reputation as a sports capital helped seal the deal, and what the state-of-the-art campus will mean for athletes, coaches, and the future of one of the nation's most recognizable Olympic sports.
- Aug 6, 202613 min
Purdue in Indianapolis: Mitch Daniels on Indiana's Tech Future
Purdue University in Indianapolis could reshape Indiana’s tech economy by placing more engineering, computer science and STEM students closer to employers. Mitch Daniels, interim president of Purdue University, tells Gerry Dick that the university has focused first on supporting current students, aligning faculty and academic standards with West Lafayette, and establishing the Indianapolis campus as a fully integrated part of Purdue. He says the next opportunity is faster enrollment growth and stronger connections with central Indiana businesses through internships, work experience and first jobs that could help more graduates remain in the state. Daniels also discusses Purdue’s role in strengthening Indianapolis as a high-tech center, including research in information sciences, life sciences and biomedical engineering, along with the university’s semiconductor programs, the SK hynix investment near West Lafayette and Purdue’s artificial intelligence competency requirement. Looking ahead, he defines success as several thousand students studying in Indianapolis, working with local companies and helping expand Indiana’s talent base, research capacity and long-term economic competitiveness.
- Aug 3, 202631 min
Beyond The Midway: Indiana State Fair Commission Executive Director Ray Allison
The Indiana State Fair is more than an annual summer tradition—it's a major economic engine. In this episode, Gerry talks with Indiana State Fair Commission Executive Director Ray Allison as the fair prepares to open its gates for the 174th time! Allison shares what fairgoers can expect this year, a new year-round business model for the fairgrounds and why the fair remains an important part of Indiana's identity. He also talks about an emotional connection to the fairgrounds that for him began more than three decades ago.
About Business & Beyond with Gerry Dick
Business and Beyond with Gerry Dick is a weekly conversation with Indiana leaders in business, politics, sports, entertainment…and beyond. The 30-minute podcast explores the successes, failures and memorable moments that have shaped the lives of high profile, high-performing individuals with a Hoosier connection. Inspirational, informative and sometimes emotional, Business and Beyond is an intimate conversation with well-known guests who share their personal, unfiltered stories and what motivates them in their daily pursuit of success and happiness, personally and professionally.
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