Power Up: Workforce Delivery Powered by People Upskilling the Workforce We Have—For the Talent We Need Now
Indiana’s economy depends on talent, and in today’s labor market, that talent is already on the job. “Power Up” Indiana was built for this moment. Instead of relying solely on new hires, the program rewards employers who invest in upskilling their existing workforce to meet immediate business needs. By supporting training, credentials, and career advancement, Power Up helps workers move into higher- skill, higher-wage roles, without leaving their employer or community. It strengthens businesses today while building long-term competitiveness across all 15 regions.
By the Numbers
30,000+ employers engaged statewide in upskilling initiatives
All 15 economic regions actively participating
Employers range from rural cooperatives and small businesses to global corporations in key sectors
Power Up in Action Keystone Cooperative | Statewide / Rural Communities | 1,700+ employees Keystone Cooperative is helping employees build long-term careers without leaving the rural communities they call home. Through its structured SEED rotation program, employees gain experience across the business, identify career pathways, and advance into higher-responsibility roles— strengthening retention and resilience across rural Indiana. “Power Up has allowed us to invest in our people in a way that strengthens the entire organization. When employees can see a future here, they stay, they grow, and the business is stronger because of it.” — Sarah Morehouse, SEED Program Manager, Keystone Cooperative (Statewide)
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