Business & Beyond with Gerry Dick

Grace College: Record Growth, Bigger Ambitions

Grace College is experiencing a remarkable run, posting five consecutive years of record enrollment at a time when many small liberal arts colleges across the country are

From Factory Floors to Data Centers: South Bend's Economic Evolution

From a dramatic resurgence downtown to billions of dollars in technology and data center investment, South Bend is writing a new chapter in its economic story. In this ep

Marian Miracle Man: Dan Elsener

When Dan Elsener became president of Marian College more than 25 years ago, the institution was facing financial crisis, declining enrollment and an uncertain future. Tod

When Growth Meets Resistance: The Battle Over Economic Development

Where is Indiana’s economy headed, and what will it take for the state to remain competitive in the race for new investment and jobs? On this episode, Gerry sits down wit

Maureen Braun on Indiana, Entrepreneurship and Life as First Lady

Indiana’s First Lady Maureen Braun joins Gerry for a wide-ranging conversation about her journey from growing up in small town Indiana to becoming the state’s First Lady—

High School Sports at a Crossroads: IHSAA Commissioner Paul Neidig

On this episode, Indiana High School Athletic Association Commissioner Paul Neidig joins Gerry to talk about the forces transforming high school athletics—from NIL and th

Chick McGee on Life, Laughter and Bob & Tom

His first radio studio was his childhood bedroom, where he laid down his own broadcasts on a cassette recorder. Today, that bedroom broadcaster from central Ohio remains

Amy Howell on Tourism, Talent and Transformation

In this episode, Gerry sits down with Indiana Destination Development Corporation CEO Amy Howell to talk about the surprising economic power of tourism and how billions o

Think Indiana Isn't a Shipping State? Think Again

In this episode, Ports of Indiana CEO Jody Peacock joins Gerry to talk about surging growth across Indiana's three ports, the critical role they play in the state's econo

Purdue in Indy: Building a Stand-Alone Campus with Statewide Impact

Purdue University in Indianapolis is charting a new course—and creating a new model for how a university can connect with a city and its businesses community. In this epi

Jean Wojtowicz: Betting on the Indiana Entrepreneur

For more than 40 years, Jean Wojtowicz has built Cambridge Capital Management into a uniquely Indiana success story. The company has carved out a niche, helping businesse

Nate Spangle: Telling the Stories That Make Indiana Great

In this episode, the creator and host of the popular Get IN podcast provides perspective on his travels crisscrossing the state to tell the stories of interesting, innova

IIB Rewind: One-on-One with the Dean, Mike Chappel

As the Indianapolis Colts prepare for another NFL season, we’re going back into the archives for a memorable conversation with legendary Colts beat writer Mike Chappell.

USA Gymnastics CEO Kyle Albrecht on Leadership, Growth and LA 2028

As USA Gymnastics prepares for LA 2028, it is planting deep roots in Indiana with a new headquarters and wellness center in Noblesville, and CEO Kyle Albrecht says it's a

Purdue in Indianapolis: Mitch Daniels on Indiana's Tech Future

Purdue University in Indianapolis could reshape Indiana’s tech economy by placing more engineering, computer science and STEM students closer to employers. Mitch Daniels,

Beyond The Midway: Indiana State Fair Commission Executive Director Ray Allison

The Indiana State Fair is more than an annual summer tradition—it's a major economic engine. In this episode, Gerry talks with Indiana State Fair Commission Executive Dir

Leading Through Transformation: IU Indianapolis Chancellor Latha Ramchand

When Latha Ramchand accepted the job as the inaugural chancellor of IU Indianapolis, she inherited one of the biggest transformations in the history of higher education i

Beyond Game Day: Eric Neuburger on Leadership, Logistics and Legacy

From the Super Bowl and NCAA Final Fours to Taylor Swift and the WWE, few venues in America host a more diverse lineup of marquee events than Lucas Oil Stadium. On this e

40 Years on the Front Lines: Fire Chief Ernest Malone

After four decades in the fire service, Ernest Malone has witnessed dramatic change—from fighting fires with traditional tactics to leading one of the nation's busiest ur

The WNBA at 30: Inside the League's Biggest Moment

Thirty years ago, many questioned whether the WNBA would survive. Today, it's one of the hottest properties in sports. In this special edition, Gerry Dick sits down with