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Tri-County Ambulance Service | South Bend-Elkhart Region | 120+ employees For Tri-County Ambulance Service, Power Up supports advanced certifications that prepare EMTs and paramedics for higher-skill roles and national deployment, boosting wages, readiness, and long-term workforce stability in a critical public safety field. “The training changed what I was capable of doing—and where I could serve. I was ready the moment opportunity came.” — Lonnie Camp, Paramedic, Tri-County Ambulance Service (Wakarusa, Ind.)
Twin Springs Counseling | Indiana Uplands Region | 3 full-time employees and a dedicated residency program In communities facing mental health workforce shortages, Twin Springs Counseling is growing its own talent. With Power Up support, early- career clinicians move through a residency and mentorship model that builds credentials, confidence, and wage growth—while expanding access to care for children and families. “Upskilling isn’t just about credentials. It’s about giving people the mastery and confidence to stay and serve where they’re needed most.” — Sara Farmer, Founder, Twin Springs Counseling (Southern Indiana)
Innovative Talent Solutions Making an Impact Indiana is advancing workforce models that tightly align institutions and employers. These partnerships are building talent pipelines that meet business demand while creating clear pathways to high-skill, high-wage careers.
Lilly Scholars | Greater Lafayette Region The Lilly Scholars program at Purdue University connects high- achieving students to Indiana’s life sciences and advanced manufacturing ecosystem through scholarships, research, and industry exposure. It strengthens our state’s talent pipeline by aligning world- class education with in-state career opportunities. Since the partnership announcement just over two years ago, the Lilly Scholars program at Purdue now has over 150 students enrolled across engineering, science, and pharmacy.
Ivy Tech & Saab | Greater Lafayette Region Through a partnership with Ivy Tech, Saab is building a customized talent pipeline for advanced manufacturing and defense careers in Indiana. The program aligns training directly to employer needs—helping workers skill up and employers grow. Since summer 2024, 13 Saab employees have enrolled in the program, with seven completing their technical certificates and four currently working toward their credentials.
South Bend-Based Innovation District to Attract Talent | South Bend– Elkhart Region Colfax Corner is a READI-aligned project in the South Bend–Elkhart region, advancing regional innovation and talent priorities through a downtown hub for high-skill jobs and private investment. The project demonstrates how region-led plans translate into real economic impact when public, academic, and private partners are aligned. The project is expected to locate more than 400 jobs to downtown, with a direct economic impact of $750+ million over the next decade.
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