Celebrating the hard work, innovation, and collaboration moving the Indiana Uplands toward a more prosperous future.

Expect an inspiring look at the projects, partnerships, and people making a real difference across the region. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or just getting to know ROI, the Annual Report to the Region is the perfect time to connect, reflect, and cheer on the progress happening all around us. Stay tuned for more details! For questions, please contact info@regionalopportunityinc.org.

Abbreviated Annual Report to the Region Schedule

Friday, October 2, French Lick Resort Conference Center

8:30 a.m– Registration and Check-In
9:00 a.m.– ROI’s Annual Report to the Region
10:45 a.m.– Morning Breakout Sessions
11:45 a.m.– Lunch, Keynote, & Regional Innovation Awards
1:45 p.m.– Afternoon Working Sessions
3:30 p.m.– Event Concludes

Session Descriptions

8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Registration and Check-In (Room: Windsor Business Center)

Arrive early to pick up your badge and network with fellow attendees.

9:00 – 10:30 a.m. ROI’s Annual Report to the Region

In this opening session, ROI will share stories of success, highlighting innovative strategies driving sector growth and outcomes in education, workforce, and quality of place across the region.

Presenters: Tina Peterson, ROI

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Morning Breakout Sessions

Stay tuned for session announcements.

11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch, Keynote Address, and Indiana Uplands Regional Innovation Awards

Attendees will have time to network and enjoy lunch together before a keynote presentation.

Following the keynote, ROI will also present the 2025 Indiana Uplands Regional Innovation Awards to honor education, workforce, economic development, and quality of place accomplishments in the Indiana Uplands.

1:45 – 3:30 p.m. Afternoon Working Sessions

Stay tuned for session announcements.