Institute For Workforce Excellence

Engage. Equip. Elevate.

The Institute for Workforce Excellence, a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to helping Indiana attract, develop, and retain the Hoosier talent needed to drive a highly skilled workforce.

Our Priorities

ENGAGE and activate employers across Indiana as collaborative co-developers of Hoosier talent.

EQUIP employers to better cultivate Hoosier talent through relevant data and strategic partnerships with education institutions, community-based organizations and government.

ELEVATE employer-driven talent practices that improve education attainment and economic mobility for Hoosiers.

“74% of employers indicate “talent” is the single biggest issue limiting their growth and success in Indiana”

Meet Our Team

Todd Hurst
Todd HurstSenior VP, Strategic Partnerships & Impact
Sally Saydshoev
Sally SaydshoevExecutive Director
Natalie Wenzler
Natalie WenzlerDirector, Partnerships & Training
Tim Brewer
Tim BrewerDirector, Business Development
Caitlyn Beck
Caitlyn BeckCommunications Manager
Anna Meer
Anna MeerProgram Manager

Governing Board Members

Board Chair, Lori Danielson, President and Founder, GoTime Coaching, LLC

Board Co-Chair, Vanessa Green Sinders, President and CEO, Indiana Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Todd Hurst, Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Impact, Indiana Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Katie Jenner, Secretary of Education, Indiana Department of Education

Dr. Matthew Rust, Associate Vice President for Student Navigation and Support, Indiana University of Indianapolis

The Institute is led in collaboration with stakeholders representing business, community, education, and government.