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UPDATE: State takes over Rooney company

Pat Rooneys insurance company is about to die, nearly two months after Rooney himself passed away.Medical Savings Insurance Co. was ordered into receivership today by Marion County Judge Theodore Sosin. Indiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Atterholt will oversee liquidation of the companys assets.Medical Savings, based in Park 100, sold individual high-deductible health insurance policies, joined with health savings accounts.Rooney was CEO of Medical Savings when he died in September at age 80 ...

Gregg falls with electronics retailer shares

Shares of Indianapolis-based HHGregg Inc. fell 20 cents, or 3.4 percent, today after analysts said big Black Friday markdowns drew shoppers but cut into profits, and investors worried whether the spending would continue.The drop in stock in Gregg and other consumer electronics chains came amid broader market declines fueled by concern about the impact of a continuing drop in consumer spending on the economy.Analysts said today that consumer electronics gifts remain popular this holiday ...

Forecast: Recession will end early next year

Indiana will be out of recession by spring, but the Indianapolis area will perform so well that most people will not even realize a recession came and went.Thats how Ball State University economist Michael Hicks sizes up prospects for 2009 in a forecast scheduled to be issued Dec. 9.Im not sure that youre going to feel a recession in Indianapolis, Hicks ...

Zimmer Holdings names McCaulley unit president

Hip and knee implant maker Zimmer Holdings Inc. said today that it named Jeffery A. McCaulley president of its Zimmer reconstructive unit.McCaulley recently worked as president and chief executive at the health division of Wolters Kluwer. The Dutch company provides information services and publishing for professionals in health ...

Lilly withdraws Cymbalta chronic pain application

Drugmaker Eli Lilly and Co. withdrew an application to have its antidepressant Cymbalta approved as a treatment for chronic pain, but the company said Friday it will apply again in 2009.Eli Lilly had filed a supplemental new drug application, asking the Food and Drug Administration to allow the company to market the drug for chronic pain ...
 

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How did you hear about Smaller Indiana?
Friend
What is your greatest strength?
I believe my greatest strength is the ability to change. We live in a world where change happens almost every minute. Being afraid of change will cause someone to be left behind and maybe set even set someone so far back that they may not ever catch up.

"Your success in life isn't based on your ability to simply change. It is based on your ability to change faster than your competition, customers and business."
— Mark Sanborn
What are you working on?
Being the best human that I can. At work, I am working with small and medium size business owners to help them save money and fix the inefficiencies of their voice and data communications. At home, I am setting an example and encouraging family members and friends to better themselves and give more to others.
How big is your business?
medium company
What is your Job Title
Middle Manager
What is your Company Website?
http://www.egix.com
What is your alma mater?
IUPUI
Why join Smaller Indiana? What are you hoping to experience here ?
I joined Smaller Indiana at the recommendation of a friend. I am hoping that it will be a resource of information that keeps my fingertips on the pulse of the small and medium business marketplace.

Interesting!!!



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At 1:07pm on October 30, 2008, Ginger Kreitl said…
Hi Stephen. My name is Ginger Kreitl. I just joined Smaller Indiana yesterday to build my network in order to find employment in the Human Resources field. I recently graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University this past spring. I wanted to know if you had any ideas and/or contacts in the field?
At 9:51am on October 23, 2008, Kyle Lacy said…
Dude. Where have you been?
At 9:50pm on July 30, 2008, Brett Healey said…
Hey Stephen. Mssd u 2nte.. Grt evnt! nxt tme.
At 9:58am on July 22, 2008, Lalita Amos said…
That's right! It was one of Ron's classes where we met! We've got to have a cuppa (coffee, tea) and catch up.
At 9:48am on July 22, 2008, Lalita Amos said…
Thanks for the kind invitation to connect, Stephen! Hope to get to know you much better. Be wondrous!
At 8:06pm on July 6, 2008, Jonny Childress said…
Hey dude. Could you send me an email. I don't think i have your email address. mine is jonathan.childress@gmail.com. Are you feeling better yet? My head cleared up once we got that rain last week. I don't work at FBD anymore, but I have 2 other locations. One at 96th and Keystone and the other at 98th and Michigan. Both are nice and semiprivate. Holler back
At 9:49pm on June 19, 2008, Kyle Lacy said…
Hey Stephen! how are ya man?
At 10:34am on May 12, 2008, Will Hardison said…
Hey Stephen, our group North Indy Networkers is having our first event on June 4. Here are the details.

I hope you can come!
At 2:26pm on April 18, 2008, Christopher Dellen said…
Stephen, Thanks for taking me to my first rainmakers event. I had a blast. All the Best... Chris
At 1:59pm on April 18, 2008, David Grigsby said…
Finally logging some time on this site today - saw your message from February (very sorry for the tardiness). Let me know when you're going to be around the southside and we'll drink something together (libations are determined by time of day, position of sun, etc.) Talk to you soon,
 
 

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Nicki Laycoax

Social Media Etiquette 1 Reply

I just found this blog entry on social media etiquette. It's got some pretty good tips and I thought I'd share it. After reading, if you have any additional pointers, feel free to include them! 1....

Tagged: tips, etiquette, media, social

Started by Nicki Laycoax in Education. Last reply by David Mark 3 hours ago.

Annie Hernandez

Rockstar Social Networking Designer-Programmer Wanted! 2 Replies

We are in the process of starting a social networking site for nonprofits in rural Illinois...and are interested in finding an experienced, motivated designer-programmer in Drupal, Joomla or phpsym...

Tagged: symphony, php, joomla, drupal

Started by Annie Hernandez in Classifieds - Help Wanted. Last reply by Will Hardison 4 hours ago.

Tracey Bates

Inside Sales - Lead Generator for Biotech Firm

I am working on an Inside Sales Position - Lead Generator position for one of my Biotech Clients. It is a great opportunity for someone with 1+ years of experience in sales. Preference given to Bio...

Tagged: job, career, chemistry, biology, sales

Started by Tracey Bates in Classifieds - Help Wanted 9 hours ago.

NealTaflinger

Does anyone know what Indy.com the Magazine is? 6 Replies

I just filled out the Smaller Indiana media use questionnaire and I noticed that one of the local media options is "INtake Weekly," which was re-christened Indy.com the Magazine in fall of 2007. I ...

Started by NealTaflinger in Questions and Answers. Last reply by Danielle Smith 1 hour ago.

Angel Morales

Seeking a WebMaster for immediate opportunity

First, we aren't afraid to go "1990s style" and use the word "webmaster"...as that is exactly what we are looking for - someone to own our on-line presence. Rising Media is one of the most establi...

Started by Angel Morales in Classifieds - Help Wanted 13 hours ago.

John Krull

Systems Administrator Needed!

John Krull 317-872-4960 jkrull@pyramidsgroup.com Are you seeking a position within an organization that will provide you with the sense of accomplishment? Are you looking for a company that has a ...

Tagged: technical, IT, career, job

Started by John Krull in Classifieds - Help Wanted 13 hours ago.

Pat Coyle

Will Facebook Group help Smaller Indiana grow? 12 Replies

In an experimental effort to help Smaller Indiana grow, Matt Theobald, has launched an SI group inside Facebook . Matt says inside Facebook there are 210,000 people from Indianapolis alone, not cou...

Tagged: indiana, smaller, facebook

Started by Pat Coyle in Media. Last reply by Ben McCann 14 minutes ago.

Emily Myers

Know any fabulous women? It's time for the fifth annual Torchbearer Awards: Indiana's Salute to Women

(from an email I received, just helping get the word out) Please help find award winners for 2009! Each year in celebration, the Indiana Commission for Women (ICW) honors exceptional women who ha...

Started by Emily Myers in Events for the creative class 14 hours ago.

Jack Kirkland

Live Music for your Christmas Party

How about having a live piano/keyboard player playing Christmas Carols during your Business or Home Christmas Party? I play all types of songs - Secular and Sacred. I have my own keyboard and speak...

Tagged: Parties, Reception, Party, Keyboard, Piano

Started by Jack Kirkland in Classifieds - blatant self promotion 1 day ago.

Lorin Lambert

Virtual Assistant - Would you or your company use one? 3 Replies

An acquaintance of mine suggested I look into becoming a virtual assistant. He felt that with the skill and experience I have, I could definitely excel at doing something like this. I wanted to po...

Started by Lorin Lambert in Questions and Answers. Last reply by Kyle Lacy 15 hours ago.

Larry Welke

Indiana Filmmakers activity

I'm new to the group and would like to become an active member. Where do I go to get information on meetings, activities, organization, etc.

Started by Larry Welke in Face to Face meetings and encounters 1 day ago.

A Brewster Smythe

Seeking Walkability Advocates: What's Your Community Score?

The Waynedale Green Alliance is in the process of performing a project known as Indiana Walk Scores. WE are seeking those who would like to do a short interview about the walkability of their comm...

Tagged: planning, community, building, city, scores

Started by A Brewster Smythe in Events for the creative class 1 day ago.

Cissi Sherlock

For the sake of NOSTALGIA! 1 Reply

Here's a little quiz to see how much you remember about some less-than-important things from a few decades back. It's just for fun. Even the wrong answers may bring back a memory or two. Have Fun (...

Started by Cissi Sherlock in Events for the creative class. Last reply by Dennis Beeson 13 hours ago.

Matt Wohlstadter

Graduate Student seeking Multimedia Position in Indianapolis

Hello all, My name is Matt Wohlstadter and I am a very passionate digital artist. I currently reside here in Indianapolis and I am looking for a full time job as a digital artist/multimedia develo...

Started by Matt Wohlstadter in Classifieds - New Graduates Seeking First Jobs (2008) Nov 29.

Serra Head

Finding a place to play in the winter. 2 Replies

I play a game called Amtgard...we are a live action fantasy role playing group...In the warmer months we play at the local parks and that's fine, but in the cold months, well...its cold and snowy. ...

Tagged: Amtgard

Started by Serra Head in Sports. Last reply by Theresa Browning Nov 29.

Steve Stuck

Indiana Loses $1.5 Billion Coal Project 9 Replies

Successful business leaders and businesses always look to the future. They do not impose emotion but make sound judgement decisions that impact their business and customers. This latest news that h...

Started by Steve Stuck in Politics. Last reply by Steve Stuck 1 day ago.

Michael Reynolds

Beautiful Office Space Available on the North Side 1 Reply

SpinWeb has some extra office space that is not in use and I would like to rent it to a Smaller Indiana member looking for a great deal on beautiful office space. There are 4 sections in our office...

Tagged: office, SpinWeb

Started by Michael Reynolds in Classifieds - Help Wanted. Last reply by Nicki Laycoax 12 hours ago.

Sarah Brown

What is your dream? Are you trying to live it? 9 Replies

When you were growing up what did you hope to become? What is your childhood dream? What is your grown-up dream? In my childhood dreams I wanted to be a mom with at least six kids, travel all over...

Started by Sarah Brown in Questions and Answers. Last reply by Danielle Smith 1 hour ago.

Christopher Allen

Opinions on Indiana's Interstate Airline Commerce 2 Replies

Hey Folks, I was curious what other thoughts might be out there as to Indiana’s airline infrastructure; specifically, with the demise of ATA earlier this year, do you all think that Indiana will e...

Tagged: commerce, airline, interstate, indiana, airlines

Started by Christopher Allen in Events for the creative class. Last reply by Christopher Allen Nov 29.

Pat Coyle

Are you spending money or quality time on Black Friday? 8 Replies

Are you back at work today? Or are you out there amongst the Black Friday throng looking for bargains on Chia Pets? Or do you prefer nursing your Turkey hangover? Share your post Thanksgiving stori...

Tagged: black-friday

Started by Pat Coyle in Questions and Answers. Last reply by Amy Magan 15 hours ago.

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