Institute for Workforce Excellence

Introduction to Work and Learn Indiana and EARN Indiana
2026-05-06 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-17 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-12-09 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-11-13 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-10-14 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Virtual, via Zoom
The Institute for Workforce Excellence is hosting a workshop for employers to learn more about the Institute’s Work and Learn Indiana program – specifically, how to create quality work-based learning opportunities and take advantage of EARN Indiana funding. Work and Learn Indiana has partnered with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education since 2013 to offer employers a 50% wage reimbursement for work-based learning experiences. In 2019, the program expanded to include high school students.
The Employment Aid Readiness Network (EARN) Indiana program is available to employers that offer high-quality work-based learning experiences and hire an eligible Indiana high school or college student. Employers can be reimbursed up to 50% of the student’s wages for a qualifying experience, and can receive up to $45,000 per fiscal year! The Institute’s team will walk attendees through connecting to the Work and Learn Indiana platform, how to post internships, connect with students, and submit hours for reimbursement.
Register here.

2026 Indiana Workers' Compensation Conference
2026-05-05 08:30 - 16:00 | Ritz Charles, 12156 N Meridian St., Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
In-Person and Virtual Options Available
Event Information
Keeping your workers’ compensation premium rates low directly affects your business’ bottom line. The Indiana Workers’ Compensation Conference teaches you the strategies you need to know to handle workers’ compensation claims and how to keep your rates low.

This conference is ideal for:

Human resource and personnel directors
Workers’ compensation consultants
Safety coordinators
Risk managers
Benefits administrators
Safety and health professionals
Health care providers
Nurse case managers
Claims handlers
Anyone involved in controlling the costs of workers’ compensation

Registration Information
Indiana Chamber member price: $449
List price: $549
Register.

Group Discount Available
Send two or more and receive 20% discount. Use the promo code GROUP20 at checkout to apply the savings.
Continuing Education

Approved for HRCI recertification credits.
Approved for SHRM professional development credits.
This conference awards 1 credit toward your Human Resource Specialist Certificate. Not enrolled? Click here to learn more!
This conference awards 1 credit toward your Safety Compliance Specialist Certificate. Not enrolled? Click here to learn more!

The Indiana Chamber is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that the Indiana Chamber meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made no later than two weeks prior to the program for a full refund. After this date, no cash refunds will be granted. Substitutions are welcome. Special accommodations made upon request.
Disclaimer:
Purchase of this conference/event is for internal organizational use only and does not include the right to reproduce, resell or copy content. For questions on use of content, custom pricing, or to discuss external or third party use, please contact customer service at 800-824-6885.

Sponsorships
Sponsorships are available for this event. View the prospectus for details. Contact Jesse Brothers at jbrothers@indianachamber.com to reserve your sponsorship or for more information!

62nd Annual Indiana HR Conference & Expo
2026-04-28 08:00 - 2026-04-30 17:00 | Indiana Convention Center, 100 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46225, United States
Indiana’s Premier Spring Human Resources Conference
Join us for the 62nd Annual Indiana HR Conference April 28-30, 2026 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The conference and expo will bring together HR professionals, consultants, business leaders, experts and vendors to learn from one another during these challenging times. Now, more than ever, we need to convene, learn and engage.
Your all-access pass includes:

In-depth workshops and sessions featuring critical HR challenges
Full market expo highlighting top HR services and products
Continuing education credits to fit your needs
Industry-leading and expert speakers and session leaders
Human Resources Awards Luncheon

For more information about the 62nd Annual Indiana HR Conference, visit www.indianahrconf.com.
Register here.
Group Discount Available
Send two or more and receive 20% discount. Use the promo code GROUP20 at checkout to apply the savings.
Hotel Information
The Hyatt Regency Indianapolis is the official hotel for the 62nd Annual Indiana HR Conference. Reserve your room online here. Conference room rates close on April 6, 2026.
The hotel is conveniently located via skywalk to the Indiana Convention Center. Please note that parking is NOT validated at any location.
Continuing Education
This conference has been approved for the following credits:

Recertification credit from HRCI
PDCs from SHRM
Up to three credits toward your Human Resources Specialist Certificate. Not enrolled? Click here to learn more!

HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that the Indiana Chamber meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR.

The Indiana Chamber is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made no later than two weeks prior to the program for a full refund. After this date, no cash refunds will be granted. Substitutions are welcome. Special accommodations made upon request.
Disclaimer:
Purchase of this conference/event is for internal organizational use only and does not include the right to reproduce, resell or copy content. For questions on use of content, custom pricing, or to discuss external or third party use, please contact customer service at 800-824-6885.

WBL Evaluation, Feedback, and Continuous Improvement (Session 3 of 3)
2026-04-21 11:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
This training is results-driven, designed to help employer partners assess and enhance the effectiveness of work-based learning (WBL) programs. As WBL continues to grow as a critical component of career readiness, ensuring its quality and relevance through ongoing evaluation is essential.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how to evaluate learner and program performance
Learn how to gather and apply feedback for future cohorts
Explore recognition, retention, and recruitment strategies

Topics Covered:

Creating evaluation rubrics and feedback forms
Gathering feedback from students and supervisors
Highlighting WBL success stories and showcasing talent
Using WBL to build a long-term talent pipeline

Sessions in this workshop series are $100 each, or you can save $50 and register for all three for $250!
Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.
This session is worth 2 recertification credits.
HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that the Indiana Chamber meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR.

The Indiana Chamber is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

Skills First Talent Forum Spring Virtual Meeting
2026-04-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, via Zoom
Join the Skills First Talent Forum Spring Virtual Meeting hosted by the Institute for Workforce Excellence building upon the launch last Fall 2025. The topic focus of this conversation will be: Skills-Based Job Postings and Job Descriptions (the progress, process, and supports).
The purpose of the Skills First Talent Forum is to convene employers who are interested in and/or actively implementing skills-based talent strategies within their organizations. This peer-to-peer employer group is intended to meet on a quarterly basis following the direction and needs of the employers who participate. The goals identified by initial employer participants included:

Develop and Share Best Practices
Promote Skills-Based Hiring Practices
Foster Collaboration and Networking
Support Continuous Learning and Development

We kindly ask everyone who registers and attends this virtual meeting to join with their “employer hat” on, as all organizations are employers and can reflect on their own approach to talent attraction, development, and retention.
The meeting will not be recorded. A meeting summary will be shared with everyone who registers.
Register here.

Managing the WBL Experience (Session 2 of 3)
2026-04-14 11:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
This session focuses on intentional design, ensuring that every WBL experience is thoughtfully planned, aligned to learning objectives, and tailored to meet the developmental needs of students. Throughout the session participants will engage with the development of strategic documentation, processes, and procedures to improve or implement within their work-based learning program.
Learning Objectives:

Learn how to design a structured and impactful WBL program
Understand how to onboard, train, and support learners effectively
Develop internship descriptions, project plans, assignments

Topics Covered:

Setting clear expectations and deliverables
Onboarding and orientation best practices
Effective mentorship and coaching strategies
Troubleshooting common challenges

Sessions in this workshop series are $100 each, or you can save $50 when you register for all three for $250!
Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

This session is worth 2 recertification credits.
HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that the Indiana Chamber meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR.

The Indiana Chamber is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

Workforce First Employer Designation Webinar
2026-04-13 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-26 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-26 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
The Indiana Chamber and Institute for Workforce Excellence are excited to introduce the Workforce First Employer designation program! This initiative recognizes employers leading the charge in workforce development, talent innovation and economic growth.
The Workforce First Employer designation webinar is for those looking to learn more about the program and the application process. Register for a free info session today!

Foundations of High-Quality Work-Based Learning: Building the Foundation for Success (Session 1 of 3)
2026-04-07 11:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
This training is designed for industry partners who are committed to delivering impactful work-based learning (WBL) experiences. This foundational course explores the core elements that define high-quality WBL and provides participants with the tools, strategies, and frameworks needed to build, implement, and sustain successful programs. Whether you’re new to WBL or seeking to strengthen existing efforts, this session provides a solid foundation for developing programs that prepare employers for success.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the types and purposes of WBL (job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, etc.)
Define high-quality WBL components (structural, currency based, competency based, etc.)
Learn the employer’s role in education-to-career pathways

Topics Covered:

Benefits to employers and learners
Legal and compliance basics (FLSA, minor labor laws, liability, company policy, safety)
Access to WBL
Developing clear learning objectives aligned with career pathways

Sessions in this workshop series are $100 each, or you can save $50 when you register for all three for $250!
Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.
HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that the Indiana Chamber meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR.

The Indiana Chamber is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

Supervising and Managing People Workshop
2026-03-05 08:00 - 2026-03-06 16:15 | Indiana Chamber of Commerce Conference Center, 115 W Washington St, Suite 850S, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
A two-day workshop for new and experienced supervisors to develop their managerial skills.
Program Information
To be a better manager, it all starts with an inward focus—understanding your role as a manager in an organization and with your team. In this session, you’ll gain self-awareness, practice foundational skills, develop personal resilience, and learn how to communicate more assertively.
In order to achieve results, you’ll also learn to balance self-management with managing the individuals on your team and how to align your employees around a common direction, set goals, give effective feedback, and keep employees on track.
To lead teams toward organizational goals, you’ll learn strategies to create greater team cohesion and a positive team culture, manage through inevitable conflicts, navigate through change and uncertainty, and master the skill of coaching to tap into the potential within every team member.
Learn more.

Registration Information

Indiana Chamber member: $674

List price: $774
Register.

Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference, Featuring the 20th Annual Impact Awards
2026-02-12 08:00 - 16:00 | Embassy Suites Noblesville, 13700 Conference Center Dr S, Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States
This event is now sold out!
Presented in partnership between the Institute for Workforce Excellence and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the Indiana Work-Based Learning Conference is a convening of best practices and sharing of ideas toward growth and partnership within workforce and education. It will take place on a new date, February 12th, at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville. The program is brought to you by Project Lead The Way.
The 20th Annual Impact Awards Luncheon will be held as part of the conference. Register to attend the entire event or only the Impact Awards program, which will celebrate Hoosier work-based learners, employers, innovative programs, work-based learning supervisors and career development professionals.
Learn more.
Registration
Conference and Lunch
For-Profit Pricing: $379
Nonprofit Pricing: $199
Awards Luncheon Only
For-Profit Pricing: $179
Nonprofit Pricing: $129
Student/Parent Pricing: $79
Table of 8: $1,500

Candidate Evaluation: Skillful Talent Series 102
2025-12-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-20 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual, via Zoom
By emphasizing candidate’s skills in the interview and using skill assessments that test for specific competencies new employees will need to succeed in their role, you’ll be able to double the effectiveness of your interview process and choose the candidate most likely to succeed.
In Candidate Evaluation, an engaging and interactive workshop provided by Jobs for the Future (JFF) and facilitated by the Institute for Workforce Excellence, you’ll learn how to:

Avoid losing qualified talent in the screening process
Craft interview questions to assess candidates’ occupational and foundational skills
Select and design assessments to evaluate candidates’ skills

By evaluating candidates based on their skills, you distill the interviewing and evaluation processes to its essentials and are more likely to find and select your next great employee.
Note: this workshop builds upon the knowledge learned in Attracting the Right Talent: Skillful Talent Series 101 workshop and is required to be completed before signing up for this workshop on Candidate Evaluation.
Register here.

From Internship to Impact: WBL Evaluation, Feedback, and Continuous Improvement (Session 3 of 3)
2025-12-16 12:30 - 14:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
This training is results-driven, designed to help employer partners assess and enhance the effectiveness of work-based learning (WBL) programs. As WBL continues to grow as a critical component of career readiness, ensuring its quality and relevance through ongoing evaluation is essential.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how to evaluate learner and program performance
Learn how to gather and apply feedback for future cohorts
Explore recognition, retention, and recruitment strategies

Topics Covered:

Creating evaluation rubrics and feedback forms
Gathering feedback from students and supervisors
Highlighting WBL success stories and showcasing talent
Using WBL to build a long-term talent pipeline

Sessions in this workshop series are $100 each, or you can save $50 when you register for all three for $250!
Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

Attract the Right Talent: Skillful Talent Series 101
2025-12-11 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-19 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual, via Zoom
Do you struggle to find the talent your company needs to grow? Outdated hiring and recruitment methods may be keeping you from finding the skilled workforce you need to succeed.
In Attract the Right Talent, an engaging and interactive free workshop developed by the Markle Foundation (formerly Skillful Indiana) and facilitated by the Institute for Workforce Excellence, you’ll learn to:

Focus your job posting on the skills candidates need
Broaden your talent pools to all qualified applicants
Reduce bias in your hiring process
Source and recruit the right talent you’re struggling to find

Future-proof your workforce by focusing on skills in your talent management process. By concentrating on competencies, you can hire better candidates, speed up your time-to-hire, and increase employee retention and engagement.
Register here!

Managing the WBL Experience: Designing with Intention, Crafting Meaningful Learning Experiences (Session 2 of 3)
2025-12-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual, via Zoom
This session focuses on intentional design, ensuring that every WBL experience is thoughtfully planned, aligned to learning objectives, and tailored to meet the developmental needs of students. Throughout the session participants will engage with the development of strategic documentation, processes, and procedures to improve or implement within their work-based learning program.
Learning Objectives:

Learn how to design a structured and impactful WBL program
Understand how to onboard, train, and support learners effectively
Develop internship descriptions, project plans, assignments

Topics Covered:

Setting clear expectations and deliverables
Onboarding and orientation best practices
Effective mentorship and coaching strategies
Troubleshooting common challenges

Sessions in this workshop series are $100 each, or you can save $50 when you register for all three for $250!
Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

Building High-Quality Work-Based Learning Experiences for the Future Workforce (All 3 Workshops in Series)
2025-12-02 11:30 - 2025-12-16 14:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
Register for any of the individual virtual workshops for $100, or save $50 and register for all three for $250.
Register here.
Session 1: Foundations of High-Quality Work-Based Learning: Building the Foundation for Success
Tuesday, December 2nd 11:30am-1:30pm (ET)
Description: This training is designed for industry partners who are committed to delivering impactful work-based learning (WBL) experiences. This foundational course explores the core elements that define high-quality WBL and provides participants with the tools, strategies, and frameworks needed to build, implement, and sustain successful programs. Whether you’re new to WBL or seeking to strengthen existing efforts, this session provides a solid foundation for developing programs that prepare employers for success.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the types and purposes of WBL (job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, etc.)
Define high-quality WBL components (structural, currency based, competency based, etc.)
Learn the employer’s role in education-to-career pathways

Topics Covered:

Benefits to employers and learners
Legal and compliance basics (FLSA, minor labor laws, liability, company policy, safety)
Access to WBL
Developing clear learning objectives aligned with career pathways

Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

Session 2: Managing the WBL Experience: Designing with Intention, Crafting Meaningful Learning Experiences
Monday, December 8th 11:00am-1:00pm (ET)
Description: This session focuses on intentional design, ensuring that every WBL experience is thoughtfully planned, aligned to learning objectives, and tailored to meet the developmental needs of students. Throughout the session participants will engage with the development of strategic documentation, processes, and procedures to improve or implement within their work-based learning program.
Learning Objectives:

Learn how to design a structured and impactful WBL program
Understand how to onboard, train, and support learners effectively
Develop internship descriptions, project plans, assignments

Topics Covered:

Setting clear expectations and deliverables
Onboarding and orientation best practices
Effective mentorship and coaching strategies
Troubleshooting common challenges

Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

Session 3: From Internship to Impact: WBL Evaluation, Feedback, and Continuous Improvement
Tuesday, December 16, 12:30pm-2:30pm
Description: This training is results-driven, designed to help employer partners assess and enhance the effectiveness of work-based learning (WBL) programs. As WBL continues to grow as a critical component of career readiness, ensuring its quality and relevance through ongoing evaluation is essential.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how to evaluate learner and program performance
Learn how to gather and apply feedback for future cohorts
Explore recognition, retention, and recruitment strategies

Topics Covered:

Creating evaluation rubrics and feedback forms
Gathering feedback from students and supervisors
Highlighting WBL success stories and showcasing talent
Using WBL to build a long-term talent pipeline

Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

Foundations of High-Quality Work-Based Learning: Building the Foundation for Success (Session 1 of 3)
2025-12-02 11:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, via Zoom
This training is designed for industry partners who are committed to delivering impactful work-based learning (WBL) experiences. This foundational course explores the core elements that define high-quality WBL and provides participants with the tools, strategies, and frameworks needed to build, implement, and sustain successful programs. Whether you’re new to WBL or seeking to strengthen existing efforts, this session provides a solid foundation for developing programs that prepare employers for success.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the types and purposes of WBL (job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships, etc.)
Define high-quality WBL components (structural, currency based, competency based, etc.)
Learn the employer’s role in education-to-career pathways

Topics Covered:

Benefits to employers and learners
Legal and compliance basics (FLSA, minor labor laws, liability, company policy, safety)
Access to WBL
Developing clear learning objectives aligned with career pathways

Sessions in this workshop series are $100 each, or you can save $50 when you register for all three for $250!
Register for this session.
Register for all three sessions.

2025 Indiana Workforce Summit
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-24 | Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, 1 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Program Information

Strong public programs and leadership from the private sector are the essential ingredients for creating a highly skilled workforce. Join us for the 2025 Indiana Workforce Summit in October at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, brought to you by the Indiana Chamber and the Indiana Workforce Alliance.

This two-day event will feature discussions with workforce leaders about innovative solutions to address Indiana’s critical workforce development challenges.

This summit is ideal for:

Policy leaders
Human resources personnel and HR consultants
Business owners
Personnel directors and managers
Employee relations specialists
Career and technical educators
Trade association members
Education professionals from K-12 and postsecondary
Economic development professionals

Registration Information

Full Summit Price: $399 | Day One OR Day Two ONLY Price: $249 each day
Register

Group Discounts
Send two or more and receive a 20% discount. Use promo code GROUP20 at checkout and save.
Lodging Information
Coming soon!

Continuing Education

HRCI recertification credit is pending
SHRM professional development credit is pending
This workshop awards two credits toward your Human Resources Specialist Certificate.

Sponsorship
Sponsorships are available for this event. View the prospectus for details. If you are interested, contact Jesse Brothers at (317) 496-0860 or jbrothers@indianachamber.com.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made no later than two weeks prior to the program for a full refund. After this date, no cash refunds will be granted. Substitutions are welcome. Special accommodations made upon request.
