Strengthening Industry. Expanding Opportunity.
Strong industries are at the center of a thriving region. Across the Indiana Uplands, ROI works alongside employers, educators, and community partners to strengthen the industry sectors that drive opportunity and growth. Our work focuses on three high-opportunity sectors:
- National Security & Defense
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Life Sciences
We connect partners across county lines, align education with workforce needs, and support the conditions that allow our industries to grow and innovate here. By aligning education and workforce development, we support business growth and help build a skilled talent pipeline for the future.
Workforce & Talent Pipeline
- UpSkill Work & Learn: Youth apprenticeships connecting students and employers
- Career Coaching Fellowship: Strengthening career guidance tied to regional opportunities.
- MOMENTUM Microelectronics Workforce Development: Developing talent for the defense and tech ecosystem
Industry Growth & Innovation
- Occupational Needs Assessment: Data-driven insights into workforce demand across key sectors
- WestGate@Crane Technology Park: Advancing a national hub for defense and technology innovation
Connections to Talent and Opportunity
- Indiana Uplands Website: A regional hub for industries, communities, and talent attraction
- Career Exploration Instructional Materials: Real-world career stories from employers across the region
- Regional Job Board: Current job openings and employment opportunities across the region