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Indiana Owned Features Anjelicia Spencer, Founder of Worthy by Nature Candle Company on Local Matters
Mel McMahon chats with Anjelicia Spencer, who shares her missions to increase self-care in our community.
Indiana Owned and Indiana Gifts Partner with Sojos Capital As They Announce Major Updates in Former Lafayette Square Mall Renovation Plan
“We have extensive plans to transform the entire neighborhood and opening Window to the World is the first step."
Indiana Owned Features Leah Severson, SEO & Local Search Consultant on Local Matters
Mel McMahon chats with Leah Severson, who works with business owners to increase their free exposure on Google!
This Pride Month, the SBA Celebrates the LGBTQ+ Small Business Community
June is Pride Month, and the SBA is commemorating the occasion by sharing resources for LGBTQ+ small business owners.
Indiana Owned Features Adam Hampton, Owner of Hampton Designs Studio & Shop on Local Matters
Mel McMahon chats with Adam Hampton about creating a welcoming, inclusive community + more!
Indiana Owned Talks with Amber Hankins About their Father's Day Gift Guide
Mel McMahon chats with Amber Hankins about Father's Day Gifts!
Indiana Owned Features Jennifer Rubenstein, Publisher of Edible Indy on Local Matters
Mel McMahon chats with Jennifer Rubenstein about leadership, "farm-to-table" + more!
Support Local With The Indiana Owned Father's Day Gift Guide!
Shop unique, locally made gifts for Dad while supporting Indiana Owned businesses!
Meet Our Member: Lisa Schmitz of Mars Hill Arts Center & Where Pigs Fly and such
Learn how Lisa left corporate America 6 years ago to follow her passions and start TWO different local businesses!
Energy-Saving Tips for Small Businesses to Try This Spring
Take these simple steps to increase your energy efficiency and decrease your business’s environmental impact.
How to Support Local During National Small Business Week
Celebrate National Small Business Week the right way! Follow these tips to get started...
Shop Local with the Indiana Owned Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Get the inside scoop on our gift guide and why supporting local matters!
Meet Our Member: Robin Lee of Nexus Impact Center
Learn from Robin's expertise on social impact, her best advice, and why co-working is so beneficial to communities.
Don't Miss This Certification Webinar Hosted by the IDOA
Looking to get certified as a Minority, Woman, and/or Veteran-owned business enterprise? This webinar is for you!
Meet Our Member: Jennifer Rubenstein of Edible Indy
Get the scoop on Jennifer's Indy foodie favorites, what you should know about food advocacy, and the Edible Indy Foundation.
Meet Our Member: Vincent Aguirre of Distinct
Learn Vincent's take on supporting small businesses and what it takes to be an entrepreneur with a growing family.
Meet Our Member: Pam Hurst of Pam Hurst Designs
Learn more about Pam's unique backstory and why being a local business positively impacts her community.
Meet Our Member: Lea Durbin of Beyond Homeless, Inc.
Learn from Lea about the importance of community, and putting humanity before profits.
Meet Our Member: Eric Klinkowski of SmokEy Lights
Learn from Eric's take on sustainability, art, and overcoming imposter syndrome.
Here's Four 2022 Business Tips from the SBA
Whether your business has been around for a few days or a few decades, the SBA is ready to support you heading into 2022.
Food, home, and beauty trends to expect in 2022
Macadamia pancakes, curtain bangs, and art installations. Read on to find out what’s hot this year!
Meet Our Member: Kristen Murney of TEN By Kristen
Learn why Kristen chose to follow her passion, and why you should too!
How to Build Your Network as a Small Business
If you want to create connections as a small business, here are a few things you can do.
What Should You Consider As You Plan Your 2022 HR Initiatives?
Follow this list of questions you might want to ask yourself as you make your 2022 company plans.
How to Retain That ‘Small Business’ Feel as Your Company Grows
When it comes to company culture, many employees value the 'small business' feel.
Branding Best Practices to Follow as a New Small Business Owner in Indiana
Developing your brand is one of the best ways to reach your target audience, customers, and marketing goals.
How Small Businesses Can Maximize Social Media to Earn More
How do small business owners capitalize and work social media into their marketing strategies? We’ve highlighted a few ways.
Spoke Locally app helps connect businesses to customers
We have partnered with Spoke Locally, a new app that allows you find out what's happening in Indy!
How to Develop a Small Business Strategy Plan For the New Year
The end of the year is an ideal time for Indiana businesses to take stock and develop a strategy.
Small Wins on TikTok Highlights Small Business Success
TikTok is playing an important role in helping small business owners recover from the pandemic by connecting with audiences
Indianapolis City Market presents Jingle & Mingle Holiday event
Jingle & Mingle presented by Indianapolis City Market is market featuring live music, local artists, & more!
How to Spend Your Small Business Saturday (or any Saturday)
Celebrate Small Business Saturday the right way! Follow these tips to get started...
Prepare Your Small Business for Winter Storms
Don’t slip up: Take these precautions to keep your business, employees, and customers safe during winter storms.
3 tips to get holiday-ready early this year
Follow these three tips to get your business holiday-ready.
Indiana Owned expands brand partnering with franchise owners starting with Jiffy Lube
Indiana Owned charter franchise member Jiffy Lube of Indiana, featured on Indy Style!
6 tips to take your video marketing to the next level
If you're not using video today, your business will be invisible tomorrow.
Stay safe from cybersecurity threats
Cyber-attacks are a growing concern for small businesses. Learn about the threats and how to protect yourself.
How to Write a Stellar Business Plan
A business plan is one of the most important documents for setting goals.
Finding the Right Fight Fit- ROI Search Group Featured in Fishers Magazine
ROI Search Group provides a one-stop-shop for recruitment, career transition & training.
Indiana Originals Becomes Indiana Owned
The Next Chapter of Indiana Originals is Here!
Starting a Small Business Can Be Great for You and for Your Community
Thinking about starting your own small business? Let's walk through the steps together!
3 Tips to Score Customer Reviews
Reviews are essentially your 'word of mouth" online. Here's some tips for how to score more!
Chef makes summer salads, homemade ice cream, charcuterie board using SoChatti chocolate
Indiana Originals member SoChatti Chocolate, Featured on Indy Style!
Perfect wine, snack pairings to celebrate National Red Wine Day
Indiana Originals member Vino Mobile Bar, Featured on Indy Style!
Meet ‘Indiana Original’ teen race car driver Zachary Tinkle
Indiana Originals member Zachary Tinkle Racing, Featured on Indy Style!
Brickyard Weekend Fans Encouraged To 'Plan Ahead' with IMS.com
IMS fans are encouraged to “Plan Ahead” through IMS.com/PlanAhead, an interactive web page that serves as a home base.
3 Tips to Ramp Up Your Social Media Engagement
Follow these three snappy tips to get more eyes on your page.
Nexus Impact Center seeking artists to create social impact themed artwork
Indiana Originals member Nexus Impact Center Featured on Indy Style!
SBA Announces Extension of $100 Million Grant ‘Community Navigator Pilot’ Program Proposals to July 23, 2021
SBA announced the extended application date for its new Community Navigator Pilot Program.
5 things you didn’t know about responding to reviews
The top trick to increase engagement!
Submissions are Open for Indiana Art Contest: Equality for All
Submissions for this art contest close July 26!
Indy Burger Week: Porter Books and Bread prepares ‘Done with the Day’ & ‘Purgatorio’ burgers
Indiana Originals Porter Books & Bread Featured on Indy Style!
Art meets sports with Indiana Original company Storm Striker Art
Indiana Originals member Storm Striker Art featured on Indy Style!
Big Growth Fuels Local Marketing Agency's Small Business Focus
Digital marketing solutions are expanding for small businesses, thanks to exciting new growth by Distinct.
Meet Our Member: Brian Schutt of Homesense Heating & Cooling
Find out why Brian's dedication to serving homeowners is refreshingly different.
Say YES to No More Work Permits!
New youth-employment requirements effective July 1, 2021.
Indiana Small Business Restart Grant- Application Now Open
Eligible Indiana small businesses can apply for reimbursement of qualified expenses.
Surplus Personal Property for Veteran-Owned Small Business programs
Eligible small businesses owned & controlled by veterans can now obtain federal surplus property.
Three Ways to Show Off Your Indiana Originals Membership on Yelp
Let Yelp customers know you are an Indiana Original!
Meet Our Member: Sherry Borshoff of Borshoff Consulting, LLC
Learn Sherry's top tips for small business owners.
SmokEy Lights creates unique, functional lamps to fit any room
Indiana Originals member SmokEy Lights Featured on Indy Style!
Meet Our Member: Tim Benton of Virtual Office by Design
Learn how Virtual Office by Design simplifies business administration support to create smoother operations.
6 Free Ways to Share Your COVID-19 Updates on Yelp
Register for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund By May 3
Learn how to prepare for registration.
The SBA Launched a New Round of EIDL Assistance
The SBA modified the Targeted EIDL Advance application process.
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Application Now Open
The application has reopened!
Our Mother's Day Gift Guide is LIVE on Indy Style
Find the perfect (local) gift for Mom!
Meet Our Member: Jessica Larson of Indy Soft Water
Learn about the strong values of Indy Soft Water, and why they love being local!
Federal Coronavirus Resources
Read up on the most recent federal COVID-19 resources.
Meet Our Member: Grace Simmons of Mabel Grace Crafts
Learn how artistic expression inspires Mabel Grace Crafts owner Grace Simmons!
5 Tips From Yelp Indy to Claim Your Business Page
Learn 5 helpful tips to claim your page on Yelp!
SBA to Increase Lending Limit for COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Starting April 6, the U.S. SBA is raising the loan limit for the COVID-19 EIDL program.
Meet Our Member: Kendall Antron of The Made In Indy Podcast
Learn the optimistic mission behind Made In Indy creator/host Kendall Antron!
The Employee Retention Credit Offers Additional Relief for Restaurant Owners
Recent legislation allows restaurants to use the Employee Retention Tax Credit.
Meet Our Member: Leslie Bailey of Indy Maven
Learn the story behind what drives Indy Maven & co-founder Leslie Bailey!
SBA Launches Portal to Begin Accepting SVOG Applications on April 8
The SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative- Register by March 24!
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative will show you how!
Indiana Original: Intelligent Living Solutions showcases CREATIVE technology
Indiana Originals member Intelligent Living Solutions Featured on Indy Style!
Indiana Originals member centers business around love for crafts, jewelry
Indiana Originals member Mabel Grace Crafts Featured on Indy Style!
SBA Implements PPP Changes for America’s Mom-and-Pop Businesses
In case you missed it! Small Business Administration implements Paycheck Protection Program changes.
Indiana Originals Business Designs Custom Wreaths for Any Occasion
Indiana Originals member Four Thirteen Design, LLC Featured on Indy Style!
Indiana SBDC, IU Kelley School of Business partner to provide direct technical support, assist small businesses in expanding online capabilities & sales
The Indiana SBDC and Indiana University Kelley School of Business are partnering to support small businesses.
Indiana Originals: Beautiful jewelry designs for your Valentine
Indiana Originals member Windsor Jewelry Featured on Indy Style!
We're Hiring!
Indiana Originals is looking for a part-time operations assistant...
Paycheck Protection Program Updates
PPP Opens for First Draw PPP Loan Applications
Shop Art, Shop Local with The Hoosier Artisan Online Holiday Market
Shop art! Shop local! Indiana Originals' Mel McMahon, introduces us to The Hoosier Artisan Online Holiday Market!
Shop Small Saturday Specials from our Indiana Originals
Our Indiana Originals have special deals ready for you on Shop Small Saturday!
Indiana Originals Features David Glenn, Owner of CoasterStone on 93.1 WIBC
Terri Stacy and Mel McMahon interview David Glenn, owner of CoasterStone, and co-founder of Indiana.Gifts!
Indiana Originals Features Chairman of the 26th Anniversary WIBC Radiothon for The Salvation Army on 93.1 WIBC
Terri Stacy and Mel McMahon Interview Don Steel, chairman of the 26th Anniversary WIBC Radiothon.
Community First Bank Hosts Veteran’s Day Thank You Lunch
Indiana Originals introduces us to Indiana.Gifts
Indiana Originals is excited to announce its newest division, Indiana.Gifts!
Indiana Originals Features Uplift Intimate Apparel on 93.1 WIBC
Terri Stacy and Mel McMahon Interview Carla Mackie with Uplift Intimate Apparel.
Indiana Originals Features TV/Media Horror Host, Sammy Terry on 93.1 WIBC
Terri Stacy and Mel McMahon interview Sammy Terry, the world's longest running TV/Media horror host!
Indiana Extends Small Business Restart Grant Program, Expands Eligibility Criteria
Indiana Extends Small Business Restart Grant Program, Expands Eligibility Criteria
Indiana Originals Announces New Podcast Supported by Member McFarling Foods
"Local Matters" coming soon to the All Indiana Podcast Network!
Indiana Originals Features Civic Theatre on WISH-TV8's Indy Style
Mel invites you to join Ghost Light Cabaret at Civic Theatre!
Indiana Originals Features Author Clint Smith on 93.1 WIBC
Terri Stacy and Mel McMahon Interview Clint Smith, author of "The Skeleton Melodies."
Indiana Originals Features Hoagies and Hops on 93.1 WIBC
Terri Stacy and Mel McMahon Interview Kristina Mazza with Hoagies and Hops.